Dementia-Friendly
Online Resources
Among the programs below, you’ll find some whose titles are colored orange.
These programs are ones designed either specifically for people living with dementia or
that Dementia Friendly Nevada has determined to be dementia-friendly-and-inclusive.
Find programs and services in any of these categories:
Meaningful Engagement
Health and Wellness
Social & Emotional Support
Education
Tech Support
Upcoming One-Time Offerings
The below programs are offered one-time only and are coming up soon!
Effective Communication Strategies in Alzheimer’s Disease
Wednesday, November 17th
12:00 – 1:00 PM Pacific
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health | Free
Presented by: Leslie Fuller, MSW, LSW, Alzheimer’s Association Volunteer
In the course of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, verbal communication diminishes. Yet messages continue to be exchanged in non-verbal manners through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language. Learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help communicate throughout the disease.
Register here: https://events.clevelandclinic.org/
Building Your Networks of Support: Connecting with Others
Through a Support Group
Thursday, December 9th
12:00 – 12:30 PM Pacific
Alzheimer’s Assocition | Free
The Alzheimer’s Association Dementia Family Caregiver Support Groups can provide a safe and supportive space for you to exchange practical information with others on managing current and future caregiving challenges. We invite you to join us as we chat with a caregiver about their experience attending a support group and the impact the group has had on their caregiving journey.
You’ll learn what a typical group meeting is like, when the right time is for yu to attend a group, and how to find a support group near you.
For more information, please contact: Heather Gray, [email protected] or (408) 372-9935 ext. 1294
Register here: tinyurl.com/BuildSupport
Effective Communication Strategies
Wednesday, December 14th
11:00 AM Pacific
Alzheimer’s Assocition | Free
Join us for a free webinar to learn about how individuals living with dementia commnicate, verbal and behavioral messages, and strategies to help you connect and communicated
Presented by Valerie Tsosie (Navajo)
Register here: bit.ly/2Ywl4qh
Meaningful Engagement
One of Dementia Friendly Nevada’s central missions is to open active engagement and active citizenship opportunities fo people living with dementia and family care partners. As it tuns out, such opportunities abound within Nevada’s aging services network. Below are programs that bring with them avenues for meaning and purpose, no matter who you are.
JAVAmusic
The NEST Collaborative | Free
JAVAmusic provides an opportunity for people living with dementia and their care partners to get together with others, once a week, in a facilitated online group in which music, quotes, and images are used to stimulate meaningful discussion about your ideas ,emotions, and experiences. Have fun creating new connections and building a supportive online community!
Held on Tuesdays from 10:00 – 11:00 AM.
If you are unable to participate alone, please bring a care partner who can join as well and help support your engagement!
To join, please call (775) 682-8641 and leave a message, or email [email protected]
Technology requirements: computer, webcam, microphone, speakers, internet connection, and an email address
Dementia Conversations
Dementia Friendly Nevada | Free
Join people living with dementia, family care partners, and interested community members for a weekly conversation about living well with dementia. All sessions are hosted by a person living with dementia and a family care partner. Everyone is welcome, and while the hosts may not have the answers, they are always willing to share their lived experience.
Two weekly groups are held:
Dementia Conversations with Chuck and Jennifer: Mondays from 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Dementia Conversations with Nancy and Kat: Fridays from 1:00 – 2:30 PM
To register, visit dementiafriendlynevada.org/dementia-conversations
Technology Requirements: Telephone (at minimum) or Device with Zoom, webcam, and microphone
Faith, Hope, and Love
Dementia Action Alliance | Free
A non-denominational discussion about spirituality in your lives hosted by individuals living with dementia – weekly on Friday’s at 1:00pm Eastern time.
Drop in using this Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/4567882023
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone
Drop-In with Susan Wehry, MD
Dementia Action Alliance | Free
An open discussion hosted by Susan Wehry, MD – weekly on Tuesday’s at 4:00pm Eastern time.
Drop in using this Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/4567882023
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone
Dementia Discussions
Dementia Action Alliance | Free
Specific topic discussion hosted by members of the Dementia Acion Alliance Advisory Board living with dementia – weekly on Thursday’s at 1:00 pm Eastern time.
Drop in using this Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/4567882023
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
Mather Telephone Topics
Mather | Free
With Telephone Topics, you simply call a toll-free number or join online to access interesting discussions and programs. Participate in wellness programs, education programs, discussion topics, muisc reviews, live performance, and more!
Browse topics and register here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Telephone
Senior Planet
AARP | Free
Senior Planet online events are hosted by Senior Planet locations nationwide and are open to anyone 60 and older. Events rotate weekly, and some of our most popular classes include Morning Stretch, Introduction to Zoom, Telemedicine, and Tech Talks. Join the fun!
Browse events here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Computer with internet and Zoom.
Social and Emotional Support
Everyone needs community in order to live well. Sometimes, that community can be difficult to find, especially during an unprecedented global pandemic in which we are all being told to remain physically distanced from one another. Whether simple conversations or robust peer support, you’ll be able to find some togetherness in these social and emotional support programs.
JAVAconnects
The NEST Collaborative | Free
- Mondays and Thursdays: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
- Mondays and Thursdays: 2:00 – 3:00 PM
- Tuesdays and Fridays: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
JAVAconnects provides an opportunity to get together with others, twice a week, in a facilitated online group in which music, quotes, and images are used to stimulate meaningful discussion about your ideas,emotions, and experiences. Have fun creating new connections and building a supportive online community in this online version of JAVAmusic! All older adults, veterans, and adults living with disabilities are welcome.
To join, please call (775) 682-8641 and leave a message, or email [email protected]
Technology requirements: computer, webcam, microphone, speakers, internet connection, and an email address
Family Care Partner Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Support groups offered via teleconference, held at various times, for family care partners of people living with dementia.
Call 800-272-3900 for more details and to register
Technology requirements: Telephone
One-to-One Calls
The NEST Collaborative | Free
Designed for older adults (including people living with dementia), veterans, and adults living with disabilities. One-to-one check-in calls twice per week from a dedicated social support volunteer who can provide both conversation and a place to discuss emergent needs that can be referred to Nevada’s aging services network.
https://www.nevada211.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/The-NEST-Collaborative-ADA-Nov-2020.pdf
Technology requirements: Telephone
Peer Social Groups
The NEST Collaborative | Free
Designed for older adults (including people living with dementia), veterans, and adults living with disabilities. Small groups of five elders that meet via teleconference or Zoom videoconference with the help of a dedicated volunteer facilitator, aimed toward providing an opportunity for mutual peer support.
https://www.nevada211.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/The-NEST-Collaborative-ADA-Nov-2020.pdf
Technology requirements: Telephone (at minimum) or device with Zoom and webcam
Group Music Therapy For Individuals with Memory loss
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health | Free
Group Music Therapy – a place for friends to connect through music and song. Meets Monday-Friday 3:00 – 4:30 PM.
For more information or to register, please contact facilitator Becky Wellman, PhD, LPMT, MT-BC at [email protected] or 702.701.7895
Technology requirements: Device with Zoom, and webcam, and microphone
Dementia with Lewy Body (DLB) Support Group
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health | Free
Dementia with Lewy Body (DLB) Support Group is an ongoing support group for family members of individuals who have been diagnosed with DLB.
Meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month from 1:15-2:45 pm
For more information or to register, please contact facilitator Michelle Pester, LSW at [email protected] or 702.483.6006
Technology requirements: Device with Zoom, and webcam, and microphone
Online Grief Support
Circle of Life Hospice | Free
Designed for people living with dementia and their family care partners. Support Groups are open to the community free of charge. Groups are held every Tuesday from 3:30 – 4:30 PM via Zoom.
To be invited to the support group, please contact us with your email address. 775-827-2298
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom and microphone, no webcam required
Connections
Nevada Senior Services | Free (Future Cost To Be Determined)
Weekly group for people living with dementia that helps provide strategies for living with memory loss, opens opportunity for mutual support, and strives to enrish the mental and physical wellbeing of participants. Offered Fridays, 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
To get connected, call/email Marisela Perez at 702-648-3425 or [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
Caring for You, Caring for Me
Nevada Senior Services| Free
Designed for care partners of people living with dementia. Caring for You, Caring for Me is a 10-hour workshop which addresses the needs of family and professional caregivers by bringing them together in a relaxed setting to discuss common issues, share ideas, and gain a better understanding of each other’s perspective on what it means to be a caregiver.
For more information on upcoming Caring for You, Caring for Me workshops, contact Carrie Aalberts at 702-331-5415 or [email protected].
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
RCI REACH Caregiver Support
Nevada Senior Services | Free
Designed for care partners of people living with dementia. According to Laura J. Bauer, Director of National Initiatives for the RCI, “Family caregivers are the true backbone of the long-term care system in the United States. The aim of the RCI REACH program is to assure that these caregivers receive support services that have been proven clinically effective in reducing the burden and depression associated with caregiving.”
http://adultdaycarelv.org/rcireachcaregiversupport.cfm
For more information, call Shanna Grayson (702)368-2273
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
Caregiver Support
Nevada Senior Services | Free
Support group for family care partners of people living with dementia.
To get connected, call/email Marisela Perez at 702-648-3425 or [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
Senior Planet
AARP | Free
Senior Planet online events are hosted by Senior Planet locations nationwide and are open to anyone 60 and older. Events rotate weekly, and some of our most popular classes include Morning Stretch, Introduction to Zoom, Telemedicine, and Tech Talks. Join the fun!
Browse events here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Computer with internet and Zoom.
Education
Learning is one of life’s greatest joys, and nobody should be deprived of opportunities to advance their knowledge. Thanks to an increased dedication to online services, many more educational programs are available to Nevadans now compared to pre-pandemic times. Many of these programs center around the topics of care partnering and living with dementia.
Dementia Friends Information Session
Dementia Friendly Nevada | Free
This one-hour information information session covers the basics of dementia, differences between dementia and normal aging, activities to better understand what it’s like to live with dementia, and strategies for effective communication with someone living with dementia. Offered the third Wednesday of each month, 12:00 – 1:00 PM.
To register, visit dementiafriendlynevada.org/dementia-friends
Technology Requirements: Telephone (at minimum), or device with Zoom
Bravo Zulu: Achieving Excellence in Relationship-Centered Dementia Care
Sanford Center for Aging and Dementia Friendly Nevada | Free
Designed for Nevadans Care partners and care professionals working with people living with dementia. This two-day workshop explores what it takes to get to “Bravo Zulu” by providing dementia care and support that is tailored, yet flexible, to each unique elder’s strengths, preferences and needs. This program also has a component that speaks to military service and its impact on the aging process. Continuing Education credits are available.
https://med.unr.edu/aging/ngec/upcoming-programs/bravo-zulu-sessions
To register, contact Yvonne Beasley at [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Computer or tablet equipped with a camera and connected to high-speed internet service, or a cellphone with a camera.
Lunch and Learn
Wednesdays | 12:00 – 1:00 PM Pacific | Register Here
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health | Free
Mather Telephone Topics
Mather | Free
With Telephone Topics, you simply call a toll-free number or join online to access interesting discussions and programs. Participate in wellness programs, education programs, discussion topics, muisc reviews, live performance, and more!
Browse topics and register here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Telephone
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body:
Tips from the Latest Research
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for Family Care Partners. Join to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, no webcam required.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for Family Care Partners. Learn about common warning signs of Alzheimer’s and what symptoms to look for in yourself and others, as well as tips to approach someone who is experiencing changes in their memory, the benefit of early detection and diagnosis, and more.
https://training.alz.org/products/4062/10-warning-signs-of-alzheimers
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, no webcam required.
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for Family Care Partners. Join to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available for some symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
https://training.alz.org/products/4053/understanding-alzheimers-and-dementia
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, no webcam required.
Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal
& Financial Planning
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for Family Care Partners. This program provides tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans for future care.
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, no webcam required.
Effective Communication Strategies
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for Family Care Partners. Join to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
https://training.alz.org/products/4036/effective-communication-strategies
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, no webcam required.
Living with Alzheimers: For People with Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for people living with dementia. In this three-part program, you will hear from others who have been where you are. You’ll learn what you need to know, what you need to plan, and what you can do as you navigate this chapter of your life.
https://training.alz.org/products/1018/living-with-alzheimers-for-people-with-alzheimers
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom and webcam.
Living with Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Early Stage
Alzheimer’s Association | Free
Designed for Family Care Partners. This 3-part program provides practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis.
https://training.alz.org/products/1019/living-with-alzheimers-for-caregivers-early-stage
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom and webcam.
Community Trainings
Sanford Center for Aging | Free
Trainings target those who are care partners for their loved ones, family members, or community members and provide continuing education credit for some healthcare professionals.
https://med.unr.edu/aging/ngec/upcoming-programs/ngec-community-training-programs
To register, contact Yvonne Beasley at [email protected]
Technology Requirements:Participants can use their laptops or desktop computers, or they can call in by phone.
Senior Planet
AARP | Free
Senior Planet online events are hosted by Senior Planet locations nationwide and are open to anyone 60 and older. Events rotate weekly, and some of our most popular classes include Morning Stretch, Introduction to Zoom, Telemedicine, and Tech Talks. Join the fun!
Browse events here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Computer with internet and Zoom.
Mather Telephone Topics
Mather | Free
With Telephone Topics, you simply call a toll-free number or join online to access interesting discussions and programs. Participate in wellness programs, education programs, discussion topics, muisc reviews, live performance, and more!
Browse topics and register here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Telephone
Nutrition Challenge
Southern Nevada Health District | Free
Designed for anyone. This free 8-week online program will help you increase the number of fruits and vegetables you eat each day. Promote healthy eating choices and lifestyle.
https://gethealthyclarkcounty.org/eat-better/nutrition-challenge/
, and micrTechnology Requirements: Device with internet access
The Road to Diabetes Prevention
Southern Nevada Health District | Free
Designed for anyone with pe-diabetes. The Road to Diabetes Prevention is a free 6-session online program that may help you reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by learning your risk factors and making simple lifestyle changes.
https://gethealthyclarkcounty.org/manage-your-risk/diabetes/
Technology requirements: Device with internet access
Group Music Therapy For Individuals with Memory loss
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health | Free
Group Music Therapy – a place for friends to connect through music and song. Meets Monday-Friday 3:00 – 4:30 PM.
For more information or to register, please contact facilitator Becky Wellman, PhD, LPMT, MT-BC at [email protected] or 702.701.7895
Technology requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, and microphone
Rhythmic Reminiscence – A Muisc-Physical Therapy Collaboration
Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health | Free
Rhythmic Reminiscence is a music and movement program specially designed for individuals with memory loss. Join our physical and music therapists on Zoom while we get moving, engage socially, and have some fun! Pre-approval is required for this program.
Meets Thursdays from 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
For more information or to register, please contact facilitator Becky Wellman, PhD, LPMT, MT-BC at [email protected] or 702.701.7895
Technology requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, and microsphone
Geriatric Assessment Program
Nevada Senior Services | Covered by Medicare Annual Wellness Visit and most insurance
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment that encompasses all of the person’s diseases, disabilities, cognitive abilities, medications, self-care behaviors, health-related lifestyle habits, psychological conditions, environmental risks, and family and/or friend support systems.
For Appointments and/or Program Information Call: (702) 333-1546
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone
Hospital 2 Home
Nevada Senior Services | Free
Designed for people living with dementia. Supports adults with memory loss and their care partners for care transitions from the hospital to their home in the community.
To learn more, please email [email protected] or call number at 702.648.3425
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
Geriatric Care Management Program
Nevada Senior Services | This is a fee for service program
Designed for people living with dementia and their family care partners. The program will allow you to hire a geriatric care manager who will will establish a long-term relationship with the older adult and serve as a liaison for family caregivers and the professional community.
http://www.nevadaseniorservices.org/caremanagement.cfm
If you would like to be a part of the program, please call 702-333-1548 or email [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Device with Zoom, webcam, microphone.
Sanford Geriatrics Specialty Care Center – Telehealth
Sanford Center for Aging | We will work through your existing insurance, including Medicare, to cover costs. Options available for people who are uninsured.
Designed for Nevada elders and their care partners. Provides services and assistance to family members and care partners that might not be able to reach destinations in person.
https://med.unr.edu/university-health/geriatric-care
If you would like to learn more, please contact Yvonne Beasley at [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Accessing telehealth services through thee geriatrics center requires a computer or tablet equipped with a camera and connected to high-speed internet service, or a cellphone with a camera.
Medication Therapy Management
Sanford Center for Aging | Free
Designed for Nevadans age 60 and older who are taking five or more prescription medications, and their care partners. Meet by phone or teleconference with a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist to identify possibly unsafe medications and help prevent side effects. Improve your understanding of your medications so you can take an active role in managing your health. Answer questions or concerns you have. Learn how to get the most benefit from your medications and supplements, and learn whether the supplements you’re taking are really making a difference in your health.
https://med.unr.edu/aging/outreach/mtm
To sign up, please contact Yvonne Beasley at [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Telephone, at minimum.
Chronic Pain Self Management Program
Sanford Center for Aging | Free
During this six-week workshop, you will learn skills to help you maintain a wellness focus and improve your quality of life, techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation and poor sleep, strategies for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance, and much more!
https://med.unr.edu/aging/outreach/community-wellness/chronic-pain
To sign up, please contact Sijia Qiu at [email protected]
Technology Requirements: Computer and internet access
Senior Planet
AARP | Free
Senior Planet online events are hosted by Senior Planet locations nationwide and are open to anyone 60 and older. Events rotate weekly, and some of our most popular classes include Morning Stretch, Introduction to Zoom, Telemedicine, and Tech Talks. Join the fun!
Browse events here: https://matherlifeways.eventsair.com/MLCEPortal/community-initiatives-live-event/matherce/Calendar?location=Telephone%20Topics
Technology Requirements: Computer with internet and Zoom.
Tech Assistance
The NEST Collaborative | Free
Designed for older adults (including people living with dementia), veterans, and adults living with disabilities. Connect with a volunteer for one-to-one telephone-based support in using technology for any purpose. Whether it’s Zoom, email, social media, or something else, The NEST Collaborative can help!
https://www.nevada211.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/The-NEST-Collaborative-ADA-Nov-2020.pdf
Technology requirements: Telephone
Do you know of more online programs and services?
We’re always looking to expand these resouces so that people living with dementia and family care partners can have access to centralized information about what is available for them just a click away. If you have anything that you think should be added to any of the above categories, feel free to submit information here.
For more resources,
visit Nevada Care Connection!
Nevada Care Connection Resource Centers work with older adults, people with disabilities, and family care partners to explore a variety of services, resources, and programs. Their goal is to help individuals make informed decisions and connect as easily and effectively as possible.