Education for Caregivers and the Community

Expand your understanding of dementia and grow your confidence and skill as a caregiver through DEC’s education opportunities.

Classes and Events

DEC’s current site highlights classes, conferences, special events, and dementia education opportunities for caregivers and community members.

Caregiver Tips

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Learn with confidence

Understanding dementia helps families feel more prepared.

Education can make unfamiliar changes easier to recognize and respond to. We share learning opportunities and caregiver tips selected to build knowledge, confidence, and practical skill.

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Knowledge for real life

Topics families ask about most

Our educational resources focus on the questions and situations caregivers encounter throughout the dementia journey.

Understanding the illness

Learn about dementia, common changes, and ways to approach the journey with greater clarity.

Communication and behavior

Explore ways to communicate, respond to changing behavior, and support meaningful connection.

Hands-on care and safety

Find practical information about daily care, home and community safety, and adapting routines.

Care options

Learn about services and supports that may help as needs change over time.

Caring for yourself

Recognize caregiver stress and build habits, connections, and support for your own wellbeing.

Local learning opportunities

Ask about free community events and education, including opportunities offered through the Area Agency on Aging.

Caregiver tips library

Carefully selected. Easy to revisit.

Our caregiver tips draw from useful websites, videos, and handouts so families can focus on information that is relevant and practical.

  • Start with the topic you need today
  • Share resources with family and care partners
  • Return as questions and needs change
  • Contact our team when you need a local connection
Current opportunities

Education changes throughout the year.

Because dates and topics change, please contact Dementia Enrichment Center for upcoming classes, community events, and caregiver-support opportunities.

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A trusted next step

Keep learning. Keep connected.

Explore the resource directory or reach out for help finding the right information.

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