(BHB) Alzheimer's Disease: Managing Meals and Eating Challenges | A Guide for Caregivers
Caring for someone with dementia can turn mealtimes into a challenging experience. • Has the person with dementia lost weight? • Does the seem like they don’t recognize food or what to do with it? • Do they struggle to use their fork or spoon properly? • Does the person refuse food or push it away? This comprehensive online course equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills to tackle the most common mealtime challenges faced by individuals living with dementia. Through engaging lessons and step-by-step demonstrations, you'll learn how sensory changes, behavioral challenges, and physical limitations impact eating—and gain practical strategies to overcome them.
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- By Melissa Batchelor
Alzheimer's Disease: Managing Meals and Eating Challenges | A Guide for Caregivers
Caring for someone with dementia can turn mealtimes into a challenging experience. • Has the person with dementia lost weight? • Does the seem like they don’t recognize food or what to do with it? • Do they struggle to use their fork or spoon properly? • Does the person refuse food or push it away? This comprehensive online course equips caregivers with the knowledge and skills to tackle the most common mealtime challenges faced by individuals living with dementia. Through engaging lessons and step-by-step demonstrations, you'll learn how sensory changes, behavioral challenges, and physical limitations impact eating—and gain practical strategies to overcome them.
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- By Melissa Batchelor
Know the Symptoms: Early Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease can make a significant difference in treatment options and quality of life. In one hour, you will learn to recognize changes in memory, behavior, and communication that may signal the onset of the disease as they play out in daily life. We also discussed the importance of an early and timely diagnosis, as well as what steps to take if you notice symptoms in yourself or a loved one. This webinar is ideal for caregivers, families, and anyone who wants to be proactive about brain health. In addition to the 1-hour video, this course comes with the power point you can print to take notes on and a 12-page workbook designed to help you track the early warning signs in a format to share with your primary care provider!
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- By Melissa Batchelor
Life After Diagnosis: Navigating Dementia with Confidence
A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but it’s the first step toward understanding and planning for the future. In one hour, you will learn how to tell your family and friends, build a care team, and plan ahead by accessing resources to help manage the emotional, medical, and financial aspects of dementia. We’ll also discuss strategies to maintain quality of life and foster meaningful connections. Whether you’re living with dementia or supporting someone who is, this session will empower you with knowledge and confidence to navigate the journey ahead. In addition to the 1-hour video, this course comes with the power point you can print to take notes on and a 9-page workbook designed to help you navigate life after receiving a dementia diagnosis.
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- By Melissa Batchelor
Managing Behaviors in Dementia
This course provides caregivers with practical tools to understand and manage common behavioral challenges associated with dementia. Learn how to navigate agitation, wandering, repetitive questions, and more with compassion and confidence. Through simple strategies and real-life examples, this course empowers you to create a calmer, safer, and more supportive environment for your loved one while reducing stress for yourself. Perfect for both new and experienced caregivers!
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- By Melissa Batchelor
Preventing Dementia: Strategies for a Healthier Brain
Your brain deserves the same care and attention as the rest of your body—and the choices you make today can shape your cognitive health for years to come. In this 1-hour course, you’ll discover how everyday habits like what you eat, how you move, how well you sleep, and the relationships you build all play a powerful role in protecting your memory and boosting brain health. Whether you want to stay sharp as you age or help loved ones do the same, you’ll leave with clear, science-backed strategies you can start using right away. Take charge of your brain health now and create a healthier, brighter future. In addition to the 1-hour video, this course comes with the power point you can print to take notes on and a 4-page workbook designed to help you remember the 10 ways to you can protect your brain health for a lifetime!
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- By Melissa Batchelor
eBook: Managing Mealtimes and Eating Challenges in Alzheimer's Disease
This book is written for anyone caring for a person living with Alzheimer's Disease or a related dementia struggling to find ways to help the person eat more food. Alzheimer's disease impacts a person's sensory abilities and this book will help you understand how those changes impact their ability to feed themselves. You can download a PDF version (PC) or the ePub version (Mac). They are the exact same eBook, just two files types based on the type of computer you are on!
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- By Melissa Batchelor
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