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Essentials of Caregiving – Planning for the Future
September 2, 2020
We designed this session is for caregivers and family members to discuss the importance of making a plan for the future, as well as some of the decisions you will need to make related to care, including advance care planning. As a participant, you can share and reflect with others on their experiences while also […]
Connect with us
September 2, 2020
Stay in touch with us between newsletters. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @UTCaregivers Email us at UTCaregivers@UTHealthSA.org Call us at 210-450-8862 www.utcaregivers.org
Caregiver writes a song, shares story about life with dementia
September 1, 2020
Listen to this waltz written by a caregiver who put her creative talents to work to share the story of a person living with dementia. Listen to the Sunset Waltz by Sybille Tuuha.
SA Amigos Memory Cafe: Virtual Clowns!
September 1, 2020
This month we are getting silly with clowns! The Virtual Clowning Program from the University of South California will be clowning around at the SA Amigos Memory Cafe. About this Event All are welcome at the SA Amigos Memory Cafe! Join us for this free, bilingual, dementia-friendly event. This month is hosted by the Medical […]
Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers
September 1, 2020
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has officially joined forces with CareLinx and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to launch Respite Relief for Military and Veteran Caregivers, a new program that will offer caregivers access to no-cost, short-term relief during the COVID-19 crisis. CareLinx is powering the emergency fund with a generous contribution of $1 million […]
Helping Caregivers Coping with the Pandemic
July 28, 2020
Staying connected with the resources in your community call also help you navigate this difficult time. Read this story on how UT Health San Antonio Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Disease in partnership with the Caring for the Caregiver program, School of Nursing are responding to the mental health of caregivers. Read the […]
Have you heard of dementia friendly radio?
July 28, 2020
This dementia-friendly radio station website plays memory-evoking music 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Listeners can choose from 5 themed radio stations based on their favorite era. Listen now.
Staying Engaged Virtually
July 28, 2020
As we move into July we are all feeling the effects of staying home and socially distancing. It is important that we continue to do so as it helps to reduce the risk of exposure for ourselves and those around us. Social isolation can lead to loneliness and can have devastating results. The following resources […]