Is Your Loved One Facing Dementia?
The Forgotten Caregiver is a resource for families managing dementia care. This online program empowers you with the knowledge, skills and resources to make the journey easier for you and your loved one. Do you know some of the early and common signs of dementia?
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Could It Be Dementia?
Live Virtual Class on Thursday July 31
7-9 PM ET – $36
In this LIVE 90 minute class, you will learn the early signs of dementia, how to intervene with medical care, documents you need, insurance coverage and seven stages of dementia. This course is ideal for someone who is seeing changes in their loved one and is not sure what to make of it and where to go from here.
Online Learning
Self-paced video lessons on dementia, its symptoms, diagnosis, drugs, stages, caregiving tips, placement options and more. Learn what the journey ahead may be so you are more empowered to handle it with knowledge and courage. Included in both the introduction and master class.
Facebook Group
Our private Facebook group gives you a support group at your fingertips. Share the journey with others, knowing you are not alone. It is a judgement free, nurturing environment. Included in the master class only.
Resources Guide
Your course includes access to printable guides and resource links for further educational tools, dementia related products, and services for patients and caregivers. Included in both the introduction and the master class.
Key Parts to Our Course
Being a caregiver is not easy, whether your loved one lives with you, in their own home or you manage their care in a facility. Our goal is to empower with the tools to do it well. The journey is hard, the days are long and you rarely get the recognition you deserve. Here at The Forgotten Caregiver – YOU are not forgotten.
We see you, we hear you and we applaud you for all you do.
We are here to help ease your burden and stress.
Dementia and the road ahead
Learn how to identify its signs and symptoms, understand the medical tests, the medications and the stages of the disease. Know what you are dealing with so you can do this with less stress and more grace.
Your loved one and their journey
Helping your loved one live with dignity is our highest goal. Learn how to communicate well. Learn what the unspoken behaviors mean. Prepare for the next stages of care at home or at a facility. Get the tools to manage the hardest parts of the disease with skill and insight.
You and the path to sainthood
Yes, you are a blessing in your person’s life. You can give them the care and support they need without losing yourself. Learn how to ask for help, to manage the stress and to maintain your own sanity along the way. Ultimately, walk beside them without sacrificing your own wellbeing.
Who does this course help?
Kids of Aging Parents
If you are concerned about your parent’s mental state, now is the time to educate yourself and take action.
Spouses/Partners
Caring for a partner is one of the toughest parts of dementia. At TFC, you get the information you need to handle the next steps and have a safe space to share your experience.
Anyone working in senior care
Caregivers, volunteers, community advocates. If you work with the aging population, you can arm yourself with a strong understanding of dementia to be of better service in your field.
This presentation was one of the best I have heard on dementia and more people need to attend it.” J.N. – Associate Professor of Human Development, Penn State Abington
Have questions about the program?
bethallen@forgottencaregiver.com
Beth Allen – Founder of The Forgotten Caregiver, Registered Nurse, former Director of Nursing at a 500+ resident retirement community, and family caregiver. Beth is a wife and mother of three adult sons. She is also an author, media contributor and creator of DIY HIP Chicks – A Do It Yourself educational resource for homeowners.