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COMING THIS FALL....   All events are offered FREE of charge and include practical take-home information.

Dementia Series, currently scheduled at Antioch, Fox Lake, Fremont, Warren-Newport, and Zion-Benton libraries.

     September Schedule.  Programs are sponsored by BrightStar Care. Please contact your local library to register.

     Dementia 101:  What is Dementia?  This 1.0-hour interactive program will help participants understand the difference between        dementia and normal memory decline, causes of dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and the four major dementias. 

              Tuesday, September 15, 1:30-2:30   Fremont Public Library, Mundelein 

     Introduction to Dementia: Definition and Change.  This 1.5-hour interactive program will help participants understand the              characteristics of dementia and the ways in which dementia can change a person's ability to perform daily activities.                            Participants will also learn support strategies that can encourage the retention of abilities and independence. 

              Tuesday, September 15, 7:00-8:30 pm:  Warren-Newport Library, Gurnee
              Monday, September 28, 7:00-8:30 pm:  Antioch Public Library District, Antioch


Click here for a complete list of locations, events, dates, and times. 
ONE-HOUR programs include any or all of the following:
  • Dementia 101:  What Is Dementia?
  • Dementia 102:  How Things Change
  • Dementia 103:  Muddled Messages
  • The Dementia-Friendly Home
  • The Holidays in a Time of Dementia
  • Caregiving in a Time of Dementia
1.5-HOUR programs include the following:
  • Introduction to Dementia:  Definition and Change
  • Creating Dementia Friendly Environments
  • Holidays in a Time of Dementia

Other upcoming events.  Please check back for locations, dates, and times. 
  • Senior Housing Options (NEW).  A one-hour interactive program designed to help participants understand the range of living options available to older adults.
  • Advocating for Your Loved One (NEW).  A one-hour interactive program that offers effective strategies for promoting quality care.
Some comments from previous program participants...
  • "The info presented is so valuable & helpful."
  • One thing I really liked about this program was "how everybody was interactive and asked a lot of questions.  Speaker was very knowledge[able] about the subject."
  • "This program clears up a lot of confusion.  [I] have MCI – thought it was advanced Alzheimer’s."
  • “I will take better care of myself as well as my husband.”

Please check back frequently for more event details and/or register to receive our emails.  

NOTE:  CareSmart Illinois currently has limited funding to support on-site presentations.  If you would like to schedule a presentation for your organization, please contact Chris at 847-596-8226 or chris@caresmart.org. 

The CareSmart Illinois mission is to provide objective, non-biased education and resources to older adults, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers... helping you join head and heart for more meaningful care.      
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