Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregiver Training
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 free, and open to the public.
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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
- Care Partner Trainings - free, one-time classes offered on a variety of topics to help care partners learn new skills and resources available. Typically offered both in-person and virtually.
- Virtual Dementia Tour - free 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.
Go more in-depth
- Caregiver Bootcamp - free, multi-session training for care partners to learn more all in one day! Bootcamps are offered several times each year on a variety of helpful topics for care partners.
- Caregiving at a Glance Workshop Series - 5 week series that walks through our popular Caregiving at Glance guidebook with the help of experts in the field. Offered several times throughout the year, both in-person and virtually.
- Community Workshops - Insight works with numerous area partners to offer additional training opportunities throughout the year, such as the Caring for You, Caring for Me workshop series, Northern Virginia Dementia Care Consortium Conference, and more!
And there's more!
- Author presentations and book discussions - Hear from and chat with popular authors on topics related to memory and cognitive impairments and caregiving support.
- Movie Screenings and Q&A - Enjoy a film screening related to memory and cognitive impairments, and stay for a Q&A to learn 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!
Join Us!
Upcoming Classes
Current and Future Clinical Trials to treat Alzheimer’s Disease - Virtual Discussion
In this lecture, we will explore the current landscape and future directions in Alzheimer’s disease research. We’ll discuss recent breakthroughs in disease-modifying therapies, including anti-amyloid monoclonal antibodies, and examine advancements in treatments aimed at improving cognition and behavior. We’ll also look at emerging areas such as precision medicine, combination therapies, and the role of biomarkers in early detection and trial design. Additionally, we’ll cover challenges related to trial recruitment and diversity, and highlight the potential of innovative technologies like AI and digital health tools to transform Alzheimer’s research and patient care. By the end of the session, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the ongoing progress and future opportunities in this field.
Presenter
Henry Tran, MD, FACC, FACP
Henry Tran is a board certified cardiologist and Assistant Professor of Medical Education (UVa.). He has over 20 years of experience in medicine. He is CEO of Sana Research which is an independent clinical trials site dedicated to neurological and cardiovascular disease trials. Dr. Tran is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians. He has received awards for his teaching and been recognized as a “Top Doc” by Washingtonian Magazine.
Dr. Tran is committed to community service and humanitarian work. He was volunteered on several medical missions in Vietnam throughout the TranTien Foundation. He also currently serves on the board of Insight.
Dr. Tran grew up in McLean, Va. He majored in History at the University of Virginia and then received his medical degree from Georgetown University. He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship at NYU. In his spare time, Dr. Tran enjoys playing tennis, cooking, and running after his toddler.
Enhancing Communication with a Person with Dementia
Communication often becomes difficult as dementia progresses. Learn skills that can help ease the frustration and lead to successful interactions.
This class is presented by the Education Team at Insight and held at the Vienna Community Center. Register to attend at the link below.
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Contact Us!
Contact our Education Team at educate@insightmcc.org or 703-204-4664.
