Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Partner Education
Whether you're brand new to caregiving, or you just want to brush up on a specific topic, Insight is here to help! We offer a variety of caregiving classes throughout the year, specifically geared towards family care partners providing care for a loved one at home. Most classes are complimentary, and open to the public.
Want to see upcoming classes? Check out our event calendar.
What's Offered?
Types of Classes
Specialized classes are offered for care partners to build their skills and confidence while learning more about new topics, services, and dementia resources in the community. These sessions can be one more tool in your belt to being a stronger care partner! Classes and workshops are offered on a variety of topics throughout the year, both in-person and online.
Getting started
- Classes for Care Partners - complimentary, one-time classes offered on a variety of topics to help care partners learn new skills and resources available. Typically offered in-person.
- Virtual Dementia Tour - complimentary hands-on experience to simulate the effects of dementia. It is designed to help care partners better empathize with their loved ones and provide better care. Offered in-person several times throughout the year.
- Learning About a a Dementia Diagnosis - This virtual information session is for individuals recently diagnosed with dementia and their loved ones. We explore what dementia is (and isn’t), what to expect early on, the emotional impact of a diagnosis, and practical next steps. Participants will also learn ways to live well with dementia and have time for questions in a supportive, welcoming space. Complimentary.
Go more in-depth
- Care Partner Boot Camp - complimentary, multi-session training for care partners to learn more all in one day! Boot Camps are offered several times each year on a variety of helpful topics for care partners.
- Caregiving at a Glance Workshop - through our popular Caregiving at a Glance guidebook with the help of experts in the field.
And there's more!
- Special guest and expert speakers - Experts in the field present on topics related to caregiving, legal needs, financial plans, and more.
- Community presentations - Insight presents for other groups and organizations, many of which are open to the public. If you miss a class here, join us in your neighborhood!
- Community Education - Insight works with numerous area partners to offer additional educational opportunities throughout the year, such as the Caring for You, Caring for Me workshop series, Northern Virginia Dementia Care Consortium Annual Caregivers' Conference, and more!
Join Us!
Upcoming Classes
Dementia and Firearms: Navigating a Difficult Situation
Dementia-related illnesses can impair a person’s senses and abilities to perform complex tasks—such as operating a firearm—safely, putting both their own safety and the safety of others at risk. However, the loss of independence in activities they've done for many years can be a challenging and emotional experience. This presentation will guide caregivers on how to handle these sensitive situations with respect, ensuring the safety of both themselves and their loved ones.
Due to winter weather, this class will be held virtually.
Virtual attendees will receive Zoom information prior to the class.
This program is a part of our monthly Care Partner Training series. All sessions are FREE, and held the second Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 pm.
Presenter
Be SMART
The Be SMART campaign was launched in 2015 to promote responsible gun ownership in order to reduce the deaths, injuries and trauma that can result when a child or teen is able to access a gun. Since that time, Be SMART volunteers have encouraged community leaders to come together to emphasize the importance of gun safety and the everyday actions we all can take to keep guns out of the hands of kids.
Importance of Socialization While Aging
Join us for a discussion about the importance of socialization when aging. Research has found that social support can play a significant role in overall health as people age. Spending time with friends and family members can boost quality of life, including both physical and mental health.
This event is presented by the Insight Memory Care Center Education team at the Centreville Regional Library.
Looking for more information?
Contact Us!
Contact our Education Team at educate@insightmcc.org or 703-204-4664.
