7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Diagnosis: Dementia...Now What?
This discussion will help you start planning for the future while also adjusting to a new life with someone who has dementia. Items discussed will include how to maintain friendships, tips for traveling, changes to your routine, and future options.
Chantilly Regional Library
4000 Stringfellow Road
Chantilly, VA 20151-2628
For directions: 703-502-3883
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7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Six Questions to Consider About Paying for Long-Term Care
(This same seminar will be presented as a webinar,
and details about the webinar will be posted soon.)
Get the answers that are right for your family! Learn how to use your resources wisely and avoid common money mistakes that caregivers make.
Mason Governmental Center
6507 Columbia Pike
Annandale, VA 22003
For directions: 703-256-7717
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3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Strategies for Difficult Conversations
Conversations with an older family member about issues like driving, accepting help in the home or moving to a safer environment are often difficult. Using driving as a tough example, we'll explore strategies to identify the roadblocks to successful conversations and offer tools to overcome them.
Sherwood Regional Library
2501 Sherwood Hall Lane
Alexandria, VA 22306
For directions: 703-765-3645
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7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tools for Caregiving
As a family caregiver, how do you know when to help, how to help and who can help? Concerns about safety, nutrition, health and a person's ability to manage on their own can be overwhelming. Learn strategies to help you manage your important caregiver role whether you are the local caregiver or managing long distance.
Centreville Regional Library
14200 St. Germain Drive
Centreville, VA 20121
For directions: 703-830-2223
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7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Legal Tools for Caregivers
(This same seminar will be presented as a webinar,
and details about the webinar will be posted soon.)
As a family caregiver you may need to make legal and health care decisions for a loved one. Learn about legal tools that can help you ensure your loved one's wishes are carried out. Topics include durable power of attorney, trusts, guardianship, and advanced medical directives.
City of Fairfax Regional Library
10360 North Street
Fairfax, VA 22030-2514
For directions: 703-293-6227
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7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hiring In-Home Care
As a caregiver, you may need help caring for your loved one at home. Learn what to consider before choosing to hire an independent aide or choosing an agency provider.
Kings Park Library
9000 Burke Lake Road
Burke, VA 22015-1683
For directions: 703-978-5600
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7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Medicare 101
Learn the facts about health insurance for seniors.
Mount Vernon Adult Day Health Care Center
8350 Richmond Highway, Suite 137
Alexandria, VA 22309
For directions: 703-704-6050
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3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Medicare 101
Learn the facts about health insurance for seniors.
Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library
7584 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22043-2099
For directions: 703-790-8088
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