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NOTE: As of July 1, UK staff will go from one to two weeks of paid elder care leave.

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October 01, 2021

6th annual Senior Caregiving Conference featuring Teepa Snow

Caring for a person with dementia is a journey of uncertainty, day-to-day frustration, vexing challenges and grief. Care partners can easily become overwhelmed with the responsibilities of their personal, family, professional and caregiving duties. And those with dementia may be frightened of the changes they are experiencing and how those changes affect their ability to participate in everyday life. Dementia is progressive; your loved one’s abilities to function in the world will decline.

September 08, 2021

Coping with a dementia diagnosis

“I’m sorry to tell you that you have dementia.” Hearing your doctor say these words is life changing. This diagnosis affects not only you, but also those close to you. There is no right or wrong way to feel or react. Everyone will respond differently. Shock, anger, fear and grief are all common emotions. Give yourself time to work through it and process the news.

July 06, 2021

Learn about the 6 tenets of self-care for caregivers

Printable PDF Caregiver well-being: 6 tenets of self-care Follow these best practices for well-being during times of uncertainty. Social well-being Maintain connection by staying in touch with family and friends Seek and accept help from others Join an in-person or virtual support group Physical well-being

June 08, 2021

Help Prevent Elder Abuse: Learn the Warning Signs

June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This day us meant for bringing awareness to the abuse, neglect and financial exploitation that many older adults incur.