Caregiver Connections: An Educational Webinar Series

We partner with in caregiving and dementia care — including clinical social workers, physicians, occupational therapists, and other professions — to bring practical guidance.

Can’t attend the live event? No problem. All Caregiver Connections webinars are recorded and presentation links, handouts, and information about upcoming events are available right here on our website.

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Life at Home
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Archived Webinars

Next Steps: A Guide for Families After a Dementia Diagnosis

Wednesday, May 13th at 1 pm

Speakers: Bobbi Matchar, MSW, MHA, and Natalie Leary, MSW, LCSW

A diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia can feel overwhelming. In this webinar, we’ll walk through practical next steps to help you move from uncertainty to action. Think of it as a roadmap for the early stage of the journey.
We’ll cover how to:

Decide who to tell — and when
Put essential legal documents in place
Protect finances and reduce risk
Balance safety with independence
Build a strong support team
Create a backup plan before a crisis occurs

Click here to view event flyer. Click here to access the presentation the day of the event.

Mark Your Calendar for Upcoming Caregiver Connections!

June 24th at 1pm: Dr. Emmy Betz will present on Dementia and Firearms

August 6th at 10:30am: Cornelia Poer, LCSW, MSW, will present on Navigating Communication Challenges as a Care Partner

September 29th at 2pm: Dr. Milta Little will present on LATE (Limbic-predominant TDP-43 Encephalopathy)

October 14th at 1pm: Melissa Werz, OTD, OTDR/L, will present on The Road Ahead: A Discussion about Comprehensive Driving Evaluations

November 18th at 2pm: Valerie Williams, MS, CPM, will present on Understanding the Process and Eligibility for Special Assistance for Adult Care Homes in NC

Latest Recordings:

The Medication Minefield: Understanding Risky Drugs and Behavioral Symptom Treatments in Dementia

Air Date: April 2026

Speaker: Tasha Woodall, PharmD, BCGP, CPP

This presentation introduced caregivers to medications that can worsen confusion, falls, or behavior changes in people living with dementia. The session offered a clear, balanced look at the risks and potential benefits of medications used for behavioral symptoms, giving caregivers practical tools to ask informed questions and partner with healthcare providers on safer, more thoughtful treatment decisions.

Video Presentation, PowerPoint Presentation

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE): Understanding Pace

Air Date: March 2026

Speakers: Kristin Hlebowitsh, MD, Medical Director, and Destiny Alston, MPA, Community Outreach Manager of PACE in Durham

This presentation offered an overview of PACE including eligibility, services, and how to know if partnering with PACE might be helpful in your caregiving journey.

Video Presentation, PowerPoint Presentation

Dementia 101

Air Date: February 2026

Speaker: Daniel Parker, MD, Geriatrician

This educational webinar focused on the differences between mild cognitive impairment and dementia, the possible causes, how each diagnosis is made and what treatment options are available.

Video Presentation PowerPoint Presentation

Important Estate Planning Documents for Families Affected by Dementia

Air Date: January 2026

Speaker: Nichole Hatcher, Esq.

This webinar covered planning for incapacity and explain the need for various legal documents, such as health care powers of attorney, living wills, and financial powers of attorney.

Video Presentation, PowerPoint Presentation

In this presentation, a question about how gifting and the IRS Annual Gift Tax Exemption impacts Medicaid eligibility was asked. This article from the American Council on Aging offers a detailed explanation and helpful examples.