Join Dr. Helen Kao for a presentation on Caring for Dementia Over Time. Topics discussed include Stages of dementia (early, middle, late, end of life); Care and communication – adapting to the stage; How to think about caregiving and Long Term Care. Respite care at the Grace Center is available during the lecture.
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Dr. Helen Kao gave this community presentation in March 2025 at the Corvallis-Benton public library in Corvallis, Oregon. Dr. Helen Kao is Medical Director of Clinical Innovations at Lumina Hospice and Palliative Care.
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This six week workshop is designed to help non-professional caregivers learn how to take care of themselves while caring for a parent, spouse, or friend, at home, in a nursing home, or across the country.
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Caregiver Connections is a drop-in support group that meets at Lumina every fourth Tuesday of the month, from 1:30 to 3 pm.
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Caregiver Connections is a drop-in support group that meets at Lumina every second Tuesday of the month, from 10:30 am to 12 pm.
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Caregiver Connections is a drop-in support group that meets at Lumina every fourth Tuesday of the month, from 1:30 to 3 pm.
Caregiver Connections Support Group (In-Person) Read More »
Caregiver Connections is a drop-in support group that meets at Lumina every second Tuesday of the month, from 10:30 am to 12 pm.
Caregiver Connections Support Group (In-Person) Read More »
Caregiver Connections is a drop-in support group that meets at Mennonite Village every second Thursday of the month, from 10:30 am to 12 pm.
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Join Dr. Helen Kao for a presentation on how to be smart about medications. Learn about reasons why medications are prescribed and common pitfalls in medication management that you can help your loved one avoid. She’ll share steps to advocate for medication review and when to consider reducing or stopping medications. Learn strategies for medication resistance or difficulty swallowing.
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Caregiver Connections is a drop-in support group that meets at Lumina every fourth Tuesday of the month, from 1:30 to 3 pm.
Caregiver Connections Support Group (In-Person) Read More »
