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SUMMARY:More Than Memory: Understanding Brain Change & Dementia from the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:For family members\, friends\, care partners\, or anyone in the community who is concerned about or caring for someone living with cognitive impairment or dementia. \nJoin us to learn: \n\nThe difference between normal aging and dementia\nHow dementia affects our brain\, abilities\, and influences our behavior\nTechniques\, approaches\, and communication tips to support people living with brain change and dementia\nStrategies to effectively manage caregiver stress\, difficult emotions\, and the art of accepting assistance from others\n\nRegister: https://morethanmemory1125.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/more-than-memory-understanding-brain-change-dementia-from-the-inside-out-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:More Than Memory,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Before The Window Closes: The Importance of Advance Care Planning for Families Facing Dementia.
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will address the vital importance of completing advance directives including a Living Will and a Medical Durable Power of Attorney in a timely and pro-active fashion for individuals and families impacted by dementia. We will explore the concept of “decisional capacity” as it relates to the disease process\, and why it’s crucial for people living with dementia to discuss and document their wishes for future medical care before the window of opportunity closes. \nFree (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition) \nRegister: https://beforethewindowcloses.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/before-the-window-closes-the-importance-of-advance-care-planning-for-families-facing-dementia/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251014T170000
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SUMMARY:Dementia Changes Everything: What Caregivers Need to Know to Successfully Change With It
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging workshop\, you’ll learn how dementia changes the brain\, impacts abilities\, and influences behavior. Through interactive role plays and real-life insights\, you’ll gain awareness\, knowledge\, and practical skills for your caregiving toolbox. We’ll explore communication changes\, behavioral challenges\, and how to preserve meaningful relationships with loved ones who are impacted by dementia. \nAbout the speakers:\nKay Adams\, LCSW is an author\, coach\, speaker\, and educator. She is the founder of Compassion Works\, LLC whose mission is to empower care partners and organizations impacted by dementia. Kay is the author of the award-winning book\, Bedside Witness: Stories of Hope\, Healing\, and Humanity\, and is widely known for bringing enthusiasm\, integrity\, humor\, and a unique authenticity to her work. \nKathryn Quinlan is a certified and highly-experienced dementia educator and coach who is passionate about supporting people living with dementia and those entrusted with their care. Known for delivering fun\, highly-engaging and interactive training sessions\, Kathryn makes complex topics approachable and practical for families and professionals alike.
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/dementia-changes-everything-what-caregivers-need-to-know-to-successfully-change-with-it/
LOCATION:Community Library Sedona\, 3250 White Bear Road\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251013T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251124T130000
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SUMMARY:Elevate & Relate Group B
DESCRIPTION:Join dementia coach and educator\, Kay Adams\, LCSW\, for a a 7-week group coaching program designed to help us understand our own caregiving brains\, so that we can work towards saying goodbye to guilt and self-blame as dementia care partners. \nGroup Coaching consists of: \n\nSeven 90-minute group sessions\nLimited to 10 group members\nDates: Oct. 13\, Oct. 20\, Oct. 27\, Nov. 3\, Nov. 10\, Nov. 17 & Nov. 24\, 2025\nTime: Mondays from 11:30 am-1:00 pm Mountain Time\nLocation: Zoom\n\nContact Kay at kay@kaymadams.com for more information.
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/elevate-relate-group-b/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251009T193000
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SUMMARY:More Than Memory: Understanding Brain Change & Dementia from the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:For family members\, friends\, care partners\, or anyone in the community who is concerned about or caring for someone living with cognitive impairment or dementia. \nJoin us to learn: \n\nThe difference between normal aging and dementia\nHow dementia affects our brain\, abilities\, and influences our behavior\nTechniques\, approaches\, and communication tips to support people living with brain change and dementia\nStrategies to effectively manage caregiver stress\, difficult emotions\, and the art of accepting assistance from others\n\nFree (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition) \nRegister: https://morethanmemory1025.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/more-than-memory-understanding-brain-change-dementia-from-the-inside-out-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:More Than Memory,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250924T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250924T130000
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CREATED:20250809T050559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T050559Z
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SUMMARY:When Will I Know It’s Time? The Dilemmas of Moving a Loved One with Dementia into a Care Community.
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed for anyone who is concerned that they may one day have to make the agonizing decision to move a loved one living with dementia into a care community\, and the dilemmas that care partners and families often face when confronted with this emotionally-loaded aspect of caregiving. \nRegister: https://whenwilliknowitstime.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/when-will-i-know-its-time-the-dilemmas-of-moving-a-loved-one-with-dementia-into-a-care-community/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Presbyterian Older Adult Ministries Network “Bridging Generations Conference”
DESCRIPTION:Keynote presentation on: “The Spiritual Journey of Dementia.” In-Person. Please register at https://poamn.org/conference/.
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/presbyterian-older-adult-ministries-network-bridging-generations-conference/
LOCATION:Frasier Meadows Retirement Community\, 350 Ponca Place\, Boulder\, CO\, 80303\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:Mile Hi Church Sacred Sisters Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Presenting on: “Drinking Deeply from the Well: Lessons on Life for the Living.” In-person.
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/mile-hi-church-sacred-sisters-community-group-2/
LOCATION:Mile Hi Church Community Center\, 9077 W. Alameda Ave\, Lakewood\, CO\, 80226\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250911T193000
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SUMMARY:More Than Memory: Understanding Brain Change & Dementia from the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:For family members\, friends\, care partners\, or anyone in the community who is concerned about or caring for someone living with cognitive impairment or dementia. \nJoin us to learn: \n\nThe difference between normal aging and dementia\nHow dementia affects our brain\, abilities\, and influences our behavior\nTechniques\, approaches\, and communication tips to support people living with brain change and dementia\nStrategies to effectively manage caregiver stress\, difficult emotions\, and the art of accepting assistance from others\n\nRegister: https://morethanmemory0925.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/more-than-memory-understanding-brain-change-dementia-from-the-inside-out-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250909T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T181031Z
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SUMMARY:Mile Hi Church Sacred Sisters Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Presenting on: “Drinking Deeply from the Well: Lessons on Life for the Living.” Visit milehichurch.org website for more info.
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/mile-hi-church-sacred-sisters-community-group/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250903
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SUMMARY:Chaffee County Public Health Virtual Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Book Club for Chaffee County Public Health in Colorado. (Not open to the public.)
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/chaffee-county-public-health-virtual-book-club/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250818T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T110352
CREATED:20250721T183037Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate & Relate Group A
DESCRIPTION:Join dementia coach and educator\, Kay Adams\, LCSW\, for a a 7-week group coaching program designed to help us understand our own caregiving brains\, so that we can work towards saying goodbye to guilt and self-blame as dementia care partners. \nGroup Coaching consists of: \n\nSeven 90-minute group sessions\nLimited to 10 group members\nDates: Aug. 18\, Aug. 25\, Sept. 8\, Sept. 15\, Sept. 22\, Sept. 29 & Oct. 6\, 2025\nTime: Mondays from 11:30 am-1:00 pm Mountain Time\nLocation: Zoom\n\nContact Kay at kay@kaymadams.com for more information.
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/elevate-relate-group-a/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250814T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250814T133000
DTSTAMP:20260613T110352
CREATED:20250809T043125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T043724Z
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SUMMARY:More Than Memory: Understanding Brain Change & Dementia from the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:For family members\, friends\, care partners\, or anyone in the community who is concerned about or caring for someone living with cognitive impairment or dementia. \nJoin us to learn: \n\nThe difference between normal aging and dementia\nHow dementia affects our brain\, abilities\, and influences our behavior\nTechniques\, approaches\, and communication tips to support people living with brain change and dementia\nStrategies to effectively manage caregiver stress\, difficult emotions\, and the art of accepting assistance from others\n\nFree (sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition) \nRegister: https://morethanmemory0825.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/more-than-memory-understanding-brain-change-dementia-from-the-inside-out/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:More Than Memory,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T110352
CREATED:20250809T045357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T045357Z
UID:8755-1754571600-1754575200@staging.kaymadams.com
SUMMARY:The Spiritual Journey of Dementia: 3 Key Aspects of the Disease\, and How to Support Those in Need.
DESCRIPTION:This thought-provoking workshop will help care partners understand the journey of dementia\, and how to support those in need within our families and communities. \nIt will shed light on: \n\nThe educational aspects of dementia—what we all need to know about this challenging and misunderstood disease\, and how to support those impacted by it.\nThe practical aspects of caring for someone who is living with dementia.\nThe emotional aspects of living with dementia\, or caring for someone who does.\n\nKay will weave in stories from her work as a dementia coach and educator to remind us of the importance that spirituality can play in the dementia journey\, so that we may work towards creating meaning\, mastery\, and resilience along the way. \nFree (Sponsored by the Colorado Respite Coalition) \nRegister: https://the-spiritual-journey-of-dementia.eventbrite.com
URL:https://staging.kaymadams.com/event/the-spiritual-journey-of-dementia-3-key-aspects-of-the-disease-and-how-to-support-those-in-need/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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