12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Paying for Caregiving Expenses: Where to Get Help
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Sally Balch Hurme, JD, a Virginia elder law attorney who retired from AARP after 23 years advocating on a wide variety of issues including surrogate decision making, advance care planning, and elder abuse, will present on paying for caregiving expenses and where to get help. Caregivers have a lot on their hands taking care of a loved one. Together we will explore some ways to increase resources or decrease expenses, including the ways you can get paid for being a caregiver, opportunities to take advantage of any government or tax benefits, and eligibility for any of the veterans' benefits.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Caregiving with Confidence: Taking Off the Cape and Taking Care of You
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Dr. Shanae Rhodes, Registered Nurse and Nurse Researcher, will share current and projected statistics related to caregivers, highlight the state of caregiver health, and offer insights from experts—individuals who have personal experience as caregivers and have learned to overcome guilt while prioritizing self-care. Following the presentation, caregivers will have the opportunity to discuss the importance of self-care and identify strategies for improving their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Miscommunication or Missed Communication? The Challenges of Hearing Loss for Caregivers
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Bonnie O’Leary with the Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons, will present information about hearing loss as a disability, the types and causes of hearing loss, how to recognize it, its similarities to early-onset dementia, the major myths surrounding hearing aids and cochlear implants, and the emotional and psychological impact late-onset hearing loss can have on seniors. Caregivers will also learn about the speaker/listener/environment/message components of communication and what can be controlled in listening situations to make communication easier. We will look briefly at helpful tools, such as apps and a personal amplifier. The presentation will end with tips and information on effective communication strategies.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Plan You Need: Legal Essentials for the Care of Aging and Disabled Adults
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Elizabeth M. Crego, Elder Law Practice Group Chair with Legal Services of Northern Virginia (LSNV), will provide insights into the critical legal planning necessary for family caregivers of older adults and people with disabilities. Learn about the essential documents you need, such as powers of attorney and advance directives, and how to navigate the legal options, including guardianship, if you lack those legal documents. Gain the tools and information you need to manage your caregiving responsibilities effectively and legally and to protect and advocate for your loved ones.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Long Distance Caregiving and Effectively Navigating the Distance Separating You and Your Loved One
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Deme Warner, Social Worker Case Manager with ElderLink, will provide tips and support to long-distance caregivers. You are considered a long-distance caregiver if you are offering support to someone who lives more than one hour away. Although physically separated by distance, there are many ways that a long-distance caregiver remains involved in their loved one’s care. This may include the coordination of medical care and in-home support services, the management of finances, and the monitoring of overall well-being. Proactively creating a care network, having access to important documentation, and engaging in effective communication are key considerations to help you more easily navigate the miles separating you and your loved one. Caregiving for someone who does not live nearby can come with unique challenges, and this webinar will provide tips and strategies to help you remain informed, connected, and effective in your role as a long-distance caregiver.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Care for Others, Care for Yourself
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, Dr. Aaron Blight, Assistant Professor of Public Health at Shenandoah University and the author of When Caregiving Calls: Guidance as You Care for a Parent, Spouse, or Aging Relative, will provide a presentation on wellness. People who are caregivers usually offer themselves to others with little thought of recognition or reward. However, it’s important for caregivers to know that in addition to caring for others, they must also take care of themselves. This compelling presentation emphasizes the giving and receiving of care – not only for others but also for oneself – as imperatives for wellness.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Brain Health: What Caregivers Need to Know
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, George Worthington, Dementia Services Director for Virginia's Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) will present on brain health for the caregiver and their loved one. Rapid developments in knowledge about brain health in recent years have helped focus efforts on slowing or preventing cognitive changes through lifestyle interventions. This webinar will focus on what caregivers can do to help maintain their own and their loved one's brain health. Virginia's Dementia Services Director will review the foundations of brain health and talk about several specific risk factors for dementia such as heart health, sleep, stress, and social isolation. For caregivers in particular, trying to create new habits or make big changes can seem impossible, so this presentation will discuss small changes that can add up to a larger impact.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Understanding Parkinson's Disease
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, participants will hear from Dr. Mick B. Reedy, MD, a specialty care physician board certified in neurology and a fellowship-trained movement disorders specialist at Inova Health System. Dr. Reedy will educate caregivers about the basics of Parkinson's disease, including its symptoms, stages, and potential progression. Participants will gain insights into what to expect at different stages of the disease and learn how to adapt their caregiving strategies accordingly.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Medicare 101
This training is for individuals who will be eligible for Medicare and want to learn about their options. The session will provide an overview of the many components of Medicare: Part A (inpatient hospitalization/skilled nursing), Part B (outpatient hospital/doctors/labs/radiology), Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans), and Part D (prescription drugs), as well as how to cover the gaps in Medicare benefits through Medicare Supplement Plans (Medigap).
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Medicare 102
This training is for individuals who are interested in learning more in-depth details regarding Medicare coverage. The session will provide an overview of advanced Medicare details, such as the Medicare.gov website, the latest regulatory changes, and key legislative proposals, as well as provide individuals with an opportunity to ask more complex questions. The latest Medicare updates for 2026 will be discussed.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Caregiver Burnout
In this virtual webinar presentation, hosted by the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging, participants will join Deborah Ross, LPC, Certified Journal Therapist, for a user-friendly exploration of what happens in our brains when we're feeling burned out. Burnout is often defined either as a workplace issue or as compassion fatigue, but research has shown that, from the brain’s perspective, it’s not just limited to this definition. Participants will gain strategies and practices that go beyond our usual self-care toolbox to lower stress and support wellbeing while engaged in the important work of caregiving.
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