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Whether you're a family caregiver, friend, or simply preparing for the future, this five-part dementia education series provides practical guidance for every stage of the journey. From understanding dementia and managing challenging behaviors to supporting caregivers, navigating long-term care decisions, and knowing what to expect as the disease progresses, each session offers clear, compassionate information to help you care with greater confidence. 1 - Dementia 101
This is an introductory pre-recorded class designed to help participants better understand dementia, including what it is, how it differs from specific diseases such as Alzheimer's, and the changes it causes in memory, thinking, language, and behavior. Through clear explanations and practical examples, you'll learn the terminology used by healthcare professionals, explore the different types of dementia, and gain insight into how the condition progresses. Whether you are a caregiver, family member, or simply interested in learning more, this course provides a solid foundation for understanding dementia and preparing for the challenges it presents. 2 - How to Manage Challenging Dementia Behaviors
Learn practical techniques for responding to the behavioral and emotional changes that often accompany dementia. Discover why challenging behaviors occur, how to identify common triggers, and effective communication strategies that can reduce conflict and anxiety. Through real-world examples, you'll explore the principles of accepting the person's reality, building meaningful connections, and redirecting behaviors with compassion. This session provides caregivers with practical tools to improve daily interactions while helping preserve dignity, trust, and quality of life. 3 - Caring for the Caregiver
Providing care for someone with dementia can be physically, emotionally, and mentally demanding. This session focuses on helping caregivers maintain their own health and well-being while providing compassionate care. Learn practical strategies for preventing burnout, managing stress and guilt, building a support network, using respite care, and developing self-compassion. Discover why caring for yourself isn't selfish, it's essential to becoming a stronger, more effective caregiver. 4 - How to Pick and Pay for Long-Term Care
Choosing long-term care can be one of the most difficult decisions families face. Learn how to recognize when additional care is needed, compare in-home care with assisted living and memory care, and evaluate facilities with confidence. This session also explores the financial side of long-term care, including Medicare, Medicaid, veterans' benefits, long-term care insurance, and other payment options to help families plan ahead and make informed decisions. 5 -The Stages of Dementia: What to Expect & When
Understanding how dementia progresses can help families prepare for the changes ahead. Learn how the disease typically advances, recognize common changes in memory, thinking, behavior, and daily functioning, and understand the activities of daily living used to assess care needs. This session also discusses when to seek additional support, recognizing medical concerns that may mimic disease progression, and practical strategies for planning as care needs increase.
Instructor:Mark CroftMembers: Free; General Public: Free Course #: TRA701 Available 24/7 Beginning: 7/1/2026 Until: 12/13/2026
This five-session series is designed to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. It introduces the basics of dementia care, offers practical tools for responding to difficult behaviors, explores ways caregivers can protect their own well-being, and provides guidance on legal, financial, and medical matters. The series also helps caregivers understand the options and challenges of long-term care facilities.
Instructor:Mark CroftMembers: Free; General Public: Free
Course #: TRA240 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 9/8/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:2
This five-session series is designed to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. It introduces the basics of dementia care, offers practical tools for responding to difficult behaviors, explores ways caregivers can protect their own well-being, and provides guidance on legal, financial, and medical matters. The series also helps caregivers understand the options and challenges of long-term care facilities.
Instructor:Mark CroftMembers: Free; General Public: Free
Course #: TRA240 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 9/15/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:4
This five-session series is designed to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. It introduces the basics of dementia care, offers practical tools for responding to difficult behaviors, explores ways caregivers can protect their own well-being, and provides guidance on legal, financial, and medical matters. The series also helps caregivers understand the options and challenges of long-term care facilities.
Instructor:Mark CroftMembers: Free; General Public: Free
Course #: TRA240 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 9/22/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:6
Holidays can be challenging for people living with Dementia and overwhelming for the caregiver. Learn tips on how to navigate this time of year so that you can actually create special memories despite these challenges.
Instructor:Liz Santini, RNMembers: Free; General Public: Free
Course #:WEL303 | Room:Room 3
Day of Week | Date | Time: Th | 10/29/2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Seats Available:20
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Dementia 101
This five-session series is designed to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. It introduces the basics of dementia care, offers practical tools for responding to difficult behaviors, explores ways caregivers can protect their own well-being, and provides guidance on legal, financial, and medical matters. The series also helps caregivers understand the options and challenges of long-term care facilities.
Instructor:Mark Croft Course #: TRA240 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 9/1/2026 - 9/1/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
This class is full. Click the "Add to Wait List " button below to be placed on a wait list.
Discover why brain health matters and what shapes it over time. This session explores how the brain changes with normal aging, common threats to cognitive health, and how everyday lifestyle choices can positively or negatively influence brain function.
Instructor:Liz Santini, RN Course #: WEL302 | Room:Live Oak Hall Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 9/10/2026 - 9/10/2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
This class is full. Click the "Add to Wait List " button below to be placed on a wait list.
How To Pick and Pay for Long Term Care
This five-session series is designed to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. It introduces the basics of dementia care, offers practical tools for responding to difficult behaviors, explores ways caregivers can protect their own well-being, and provides guidance on legal, financial, and medical matters. The series also helps caregivers understand the options and challenges of long-term care facilities.
Instructor:Mark Croft Course #: TRA240 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 9/29/2026 - 9/29/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
This five-session series is designed to support caregivers as they navigate the challenges of caregiving. It introduces the basics of dementia care, offers practical tools for responding to difficult behaviors, explores ways caregivers can protect their own well-being, and provides guidance on legal, financial, and medical matters. The series also helps caregivers understand the options and challenges of long-term care facilities.
Holidays can be challenging for people living with Dementia and overwhelming for the caregiver. Learn tips on how to navigate this time of year so that you can actually create special memories despite these challenges. 
Discover why brain health matters and what shapes it over time. This session explores how the brain changes with normal aging, common threats to cognitive health, and how everyday lifestyle choices can positively or negatively influence brain function.
