Caregiving can make it easy to put your own health and well-being on the back burner. This Lunch N’ Learn explores practical ways care partners can support their physical, emotional, and brain health through realistic habits related to movement, nutrition, sleep, stress, and social connection—without adding more pressure to an already busy day. Presentation is
This refresher training is designed for those that have taken the Memories in the Making facilitator training and want to strengthen their skills and reconnect with the purpose of the program. Review key facilitation techniques, person-centered approaches, and practical strategies for creating meaningful art experiences that support expression, connection, and dignity for people living with
What do we know today about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias—and where is the science heading? This Lunch N’ Learn provides an accessible update on current research, including what we understand about brain changes, risk factors, diagnosis, biomarkers, treatment advances, and emerging directions in dementia care and prevention. Presentation is at 11:00am followed by a
Dementia can affect the entire family, often bringing differences in expectations, communication styles, caregiving roles, and decision-making to the surface. This class helps families recognize common sources of conflict, communicate more effectively, clarify responsibilities, and work toward shared goals while keeping the needs and dignity of the person living with dementia at the center. Presented
Music can stimulate memory, mood, movement, and connection in powerful ways. This class will explore how music engages the brain and how it may support emotional well-being, attention, reminiscence, and quality of life. Participants will learn practical ways to use music intentionally for brain health, stress relief, and meaningful connection. Call (949) 425-5151 to RSVP
This class explores cannabis through the lens of brain health, aging, and stress, while helping participants understand potential benefits and risks and feel more prepared to have informed conversations with their healthcare provider. Presented by Dr. Neal H. Patel
Communication often changes as dementia progresses, creating confusion, frustration, and emotional strain for both caregivers and those living with the disease. This four-part series explores practical strategies to help caregivers adapt their communication style, respond to changing abilities, and maintain meaningful connection at every stage of the dementia journey. Thursday, August 6 10:00a-11:00a Session 1
Caregiving can bring love, grief, stress, purpose, and uncertainty all at the same time. This three-part series explores the emotional journey of caregiving, with a focus on resilience, grief, perseverance, and meaning. Participants will gain practical tools and supportive insight to help them navigate caregiving with greater compassion for themselves and their loved one. July
A dementia diagnosis can change daily life, but it does not erase who a person is. This class explores how individuals can preserve identity, relationships, purpose, and meaningful connection after diagnosis. Participants will learn ways to support dignity, communication, and quality of life throughout the journey. Presented by: Stephen L. Benson, Psy.D., ABPP
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, but it is not the only one. This class will introduce other forms of dementia, such as Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Participants will learn how symptoms may differ, why diagnosis matters, and how care approaches may need to be adjusted. Presented by
