Thursday, Nov. 5 | 10:30 am - 12 pm
The Best Friends Approach to dementia care is a life-affirming model used around the world, based on principles of empathy, communication, life-story work, engaging activity, and creative problem-solving. In this presentation, discover strategies to address challenging caregiving situations by focusing on relationship and social connection. Learn how you can apply the Best Friends Approach to improve quality of life for yourself and the person in your care.
David Troxel has become internationally known for his writing and teaching in the fields of Alzheimer’s disease and long-term care. He has co-authored (with Virginia Bell) six influential books and articles relating to dementia care, including his book The Best Friends™ Approach to Dementia Care.
Upcoming Events in Caregiver Support and Education
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FTD Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
at 5:30pm
A virtual support group for people caring for a loved one with frontotemporal degeneration
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Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, October 19, 2026
at 10:00am
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
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Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, October 26, 2026
at 10:00am
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
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Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, November 2, 2026
at 10:00am
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
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The Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care
Thursday, November 5, 2026
at 10:30am
A special event with David Troxel for family and professional caregivers
FTD Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 5:30pm
A virtual support group for people caring for a loved one with frontotemporal degeneration
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00am
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, October 26, 2026 at 10:00am
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
Virtual Caregiver Forum (Waitlist)
Monday, November 2, 2026 at 10:00am
Program is Currently Full; Join the Waitlist. In this group, join other family caregivers to share feelings and experiences about caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. Make meaningful connections, offer mutual support, and discover strategies that work for others. Participate online or by phone, with a free application called Zoom. Facilitated by trained volunteers with support from our program manager. Sign up the day before.
The Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care
Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 10:30am
A special event with David Troxel for family and professional caregivers