Past Events

Week 4 of our NEW free 8-week Journey Education & Support Group Course topic "Changing Relationships" will be presented by Betty Kirkindoll and Dorothy Horne.  Betty is an ETAA Director and has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.  Dorothy Horne is also an ETAA Director and was a caregiver.  They will discuss telling friends/family, dealing with the stigma, adjusting to dependency, and changing roles/relationships. The Journey group will meet weekly for 8 weeks with each meeting having a time for education (approximately…

Week 5 of our NEW free 8-week Journey Education & Support Group Course topic "Maintaining Independence/Memory Loss" will be presented by Lori Tooker.  Lori will discuss wellness principles, role of proper nutrition and exercise, general health considerations, and maintaining an active lifestyle. The Journey group will meet weekly for 8 weeks with each meeting having a time for education (approximately 45 minutes) all together followed by a time for discussion and support with diagnosed individuals and caregivers splitting into two…

Week 6 of our NEW free 8-week Journey Education & Support Group Course topic "Communication" will be presented by Sandi Brenton.  Sandi will discuss understanding impact of AD on language, techniques to enhance communication, and coping with language difficulties. The Journey group will meet weekly for 8 weeks with each meeting having a time for education (approximately 45 minutes) all together followed by a time for discussion and support with diagnosed individuals and caregivers splitting into two groups.  The support…

Week 7 of our NEW free 8-week Journey Education & Support Group Course topic "Coping with Loss & Driving" will be presented by LaDarius Carter.  LaDarius will discuss changing pace and expectations including driving. The Journey group will meet weekly for 8 weeks with each meeting having a time for education (approximately 45 minutes) all together followed by a time for discussion and support with diagnosed individuals and caregivers splitting into two groups.  The support groups will be facilitated each…

Our February 20 topic "Challenging Behaviors in Dementia Care" will be presented by Luanne Harms.  Luanne Harms is the Client Services Director at the Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County.  You don't want to miss this great topic and even greater speaker.

Week 8 of our NEW free 8-week Journey Education & Support Group Course topic "Staying Connected" will be presented by Beth Godsey.  Beth will discuss planning for the future, locating the right local resources, and professionals. The Journey group will meet weekly for 8 weeks with each meeting having a time for education (approximately 45 minutes) all together followed by a time for discussion and support with diagnosed individuals and caregivers splitting into two groups.  The support groups will be…

This event has been CANCELED and we will reschedule in August or September.   Our March 19 Hope & Help Hour will be presented by guest speaker, Tam Cummings, author of "Untangling Alzheimer's."  Tam will discuss the nine most common dementias from diagnosis to death.

Guest speaker, Betsy Broyles Arnold, will present "Communication is the Key."  Betsy is the President and CEO of the Broyles Foundation and is a certified dementia practitioner who wrote, "Coach Broyles' Playbook for Alzheimer's Caregivers."