Duke Dementia Family Support Program
We’re still here for you! Our team is working remotely to offer education, consultation and support. Don’t hesitate to contact us by email or phone (919-660-7510).
Upcoming Support Group Dates
All of our support groups are meeting using Zoom, where participants can connect by video or telephone on a smart phone, tablet, laptop or PC. If you have not previously participated in a support group, but are interested in joining now, please contact the appropriate staff member listed below.
Long-Term Care Community Support Group: Tuesday, June 15 at noon, contact Natalie for information, 919-660-7542.
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Duke Dementia Morning Care Partners: Tuesday, June 8 at 10:30 a.m., contact Bobbi for info, 919-660-7509.
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Younger-Onset: Tuesday, June 8 & 22 at 7 p.m., contact Bobbi if joining for the first time, 919-660-7565.
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Daughters: Wednesday, June 2 & 16 at noon, contact Natalie for info, 919-660-7542.
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Duke Dementia Evening Care Partners: Thursday, May 13 & 27 at 6:30 p.m. contact Natalie for info, 919-660-7542.
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PLWD Group: Monday, June 21 at 11:00 a.m. contact Natalie for info, 919-660-7542.
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At this time, we are planning to meet virtually through the remainder of 2021. We will continue to evaluate the situation as the year progresses and offer plenty of warning if the group structure will change.
COME ZOOM WITH US!
A Program of Duke Dementia Family Support Program
COME ZOOM WITH US! is an umbrella of four virtual services to provide opportunities for engagement, connection, and stimulation for people living with dementia (PLWD) and educational webinars for their families in the face of unprecedented challenges caused by COVID-19.
Come Sing with Us!
Click here to see former performances. Enjoy and watch them as often as you would like.
Caregiver Connections
Caregiver Connections: An Educational Webinar Series with the Experts. Take a look at our Caregiver Connections tab to view past presentations from the experts.
Mark Your Calendars for the Upcoming Webinar:
Guardianship in Dementia: Perspective from a Professional Guardianship Provider
Thursday, May 27th from 1 – 2PM EST
May’s Caregiver Connections will focus on the important topic of guardianship. While not the preferred option for families, it’s important to know what it is, how to prepare and what your options are. Join the webinar to learn more and ask your own questions. Objectives to be covered include:
- Defining guardianship
- Reviewing types of guardianship in NC
- Discussing alternatives to guardianship
- Explaining the process of appointing a guardian
- Addressing common misconceptions about guardianship
Speaker: Meike Wiest, MSW, CMC at Arosa
Meike Wiest, MSW, CMC, is originally from Germany, where she received a Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Lueneburg. She relocated to the US in 2005. After 7 years as a care manager for Medicaid clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, she began her work in adult guardianship in 2012.
Meike has been certified by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers and is an Advanced Member of the Aging Life Care Association. She is married and the mother of one daughter.
Click on this link the day of the event or call-in by dialing 1-646-876-9923; Meeting ID: 965 7747 1018; Password: 3513
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