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December 18: From Keys to Carpets: Addressing Everyday Safety Concerns in Dementia

JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series This presentation explores common safety concerns for people living with dementia and provides caregivers with practical tools and strategies to reduce risks at home. Topics include wandering, medication mismanagement, fire hazards, falls, and driving concerns. By understanding these risks and implementing proactive safety measures, families can help loved ones […]
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November 13:   Are There Drugs to Prevent Dementia?

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Can the use of six different types of medications, including Metformin, Lipitor, Ozempic, and Motrin lower the risk and slow the progression of dementia? This session will delve into the pros and cons of each medication, providing valuable information on who may benefit most from these treatments. Whether you’re […]
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October 23:   Strategies in Addressing Ethical Dilemmas in Dementia

JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Ethical issues in dementia can be very challenging.  We will discuss basic bioethics principles of autonomy, beneficence and justice as they may apply to common issues in this setting including driving, managing affairs like finances, advance care planning and healthcare decision making as examples. Free to participate. Presenter:Elizabeth O’Toole, […]
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September 25:   Informed Decision Making: A Guide for Care Partners

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Caring for someone with a serious or chronic illness ofteninvolves making important — and sometimes difficult —decisions. This presentation will explore what informed decision making truly means and how care partners can approach choices with confidence and clarity. We’ll discuss how to communicate goals of care, what to consider […]
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August 28:   Spirituality & Dementia

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series This heartfelt presentation explores the profound challenges and spiritual realities surrounding dementia from a Jewish perspective. Using stories, Torah teachings, and ethical insights, it highlights how memory loss affects identity but does not diminish the divine soul within each person. It emphasizes the enduring presence of the soul, the […]
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July 24:   Agility, Fragility & Aging

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Join us for an engaging and informative discussion that delves into the concepts of frailty and agility as they relate to aging. What exactly is frailty, and how does it differ from the resilience and adaptability we describe as agility? This session will explore the physical, mental, and emotional […]
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June 26:   Living in the Moment

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series A heartfelt and practical talk that encourages dementia caregivers to embrace each day with presence, patience, and purpose. By focusing on the moment, letting go of expectations, and leaning into connection, caregivers can reduce stress, find joy, and create meaningful moments with their loved ones.  Free to participate. Presenter:Carole […]
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May 22:  Dementia’s Behavioral Changes: Understanding and Exploring Treatment Options

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Learn why dementia often leads to behavioral and psychiatric symptoms like agitation, anxiety, or depression. We’ll explore what’s believed to cause these changes and review both medical and non-medical treatment options that may help manage them. This session is ideal for caregivers, professionals, and anyone looking to better understand […]
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April 24: Your Choices, Your Voice: The Power of Financial Literacy in the Dementia Journey and Beyond

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Navigating finances for a loved one with dementia can be overwhelming, but a good financial checklist can empower you to make informed decisions. Join us for an overview of the essential items to help ease your financial transition. Your choices today shape a secure tomorrow—because financial literacy is key […]
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Feb 27: The Impact of Technology on Dementia

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Discover how advancements in technology are transforming the landscape of dementia care, from diagnosis to treatment options. Learn about innovative tools that can help manage cognitive function and enhance the quality of life for individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Presented by:Dr. Dennis GrossmanMetroHealth Medical CenterCWRU School of Medicine […]
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Mar 27: A Behavior Isn’t A Problem – It’s A Message

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Join us for a warm and welcoming session all about dementia! We’re excited to help you understand what dementia is, its common traits, and how to recognize typical behaviors in those who are affected. Together, we’ll change the way we view certain actions from “negative behaviors” to signs of […]
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JAN 23: Five Holistic Brain Care Strategies to Support Cognitive Health

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series This month’s topic explores five evidence-based holistic strategies— sense of purpose, clinical aromatherapy, Kirtan Kriya meditation, pet therapy, and more—proven to support brain health and resilience. Participants will learn the science behind these approaches and their impact on reducing the risk of dementia and cognitive decline. Attendees will gain […]
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NOV 21: Navigating the Holidays with Dementia: Tips for Less Stress This Season

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Explore how the holiday season impacts individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Learn practical strategies to reduce stress, simplify holiday traditions, and create dementia-friendly environments, while also developing effective communication techniques to maintain positive interactions and manage challenges during festive gatherings. Free to participate. 1 CEU. Presented by:Carole Klingler, […]
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OCT 31: Diabetes, Diet, Drugs, and Dementia

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series How new evidence on nutrition and diabetic medication can impact dementia. FREE to participate Presented by:Dennis Grossman, MDMetroHealth Medical CenterCWRU School of Medicine Clinical Instructor The Brain Health and Wellness Series is a free online monthly speaker series highlighting various aspects of brain health and what people need to […]
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SEPT 26: Timeless Brain Boost: Enhancing Cognitive Health Through Mental Exercise

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Join us for an exhilarating presentation where we uncover how age-related cognitive decline is as natural as losing muscle mass, but just like physical exercise keeps our bodies fit, lifestyle choices, healthy habits, and brain exercises can slow cognitive decline and even enhance cognitive function! Discover the secrets to […]
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AUG 29: Hold On To Your Mind

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series How to maintain cognitive ability. The truth about brain games, exercise, and lifestyle’s impact on brain health. Free to participate. Presented by:Dr. Krystal L. Culler, DBH, MA Founder of the Virtual Brain Health Center The Brain Health and Wellness Series is a free online monthly speaker series highlighting various aspects […]
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JULY 25: Grief and Loss in the Dementia Caregiver Journey

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Various aspects of grief and how to address them. Free to participate. Presented by:Dr. Elizabeth O’Toole The Brain Health and Wellness Series is a free online monthly speaker series highlighting various aspects of brain health and what people need to know to keep their brain healthy at any age.
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May 23: Creating a Better Visit

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JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Having a successful connection with someone living with dementia involves understanding their needs and abilities while creating a supportive environment. This presentation offers tips and techniques to improve successful connections with a person living with dementia. Presented by:Carole Klingler, BSN, RN, CDP Founder and CEO of LIFE: A Dementia […]
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June 27: Alzheimer’s Disease and the Blood Brain Barrier

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The JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Is the blood brain barrier the key to cognitive health? Ultrasound treatment in Alzheimer’s Disease.  Can new technology and new medications alter the course of Alzheimer’s Disease? Presented by:Dr. Dennis Grossman The Brain Health and Wellness Series is a free online monthly speaker series highlighting various aspects of […]
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Apr 25: How Alcohol Affects Your Brain Function and Dementia

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The JFSA Brain Health & Wellness Series Understand the long-term effects on the brain of consuming alcohol. Learn how alcohol may interact through different biochemical pathways in dementia development. The discussion will also touch upon the implications for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Presented by:Elizabeth O’Toole, MDProfessor of Medicine, Bioethics, and Family MedicineCase Western […]
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Can Dementia be Prevented? Understand the Risks.

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Loneliness, Isolation, Depression, and Cognitive Decline

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Improve Control of the Seemingly Uncontrollable in Dementia Care

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Looking at New Drugs for Alzheimer’s Disease

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Caregiving with Confidence Workshop

Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia? Are you noticing memory loss, confusion or unexpected behaviors? Join our free live six week on-line workshop to understand the impact of dementia on you and the person for whom you are caring. You’ll learn to: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Caregiving with Confidence Workshop […]