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Be Plugged In

The event is free and resources will be available. Please join on Friday, June 2, 2023 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm April 5, 2023 for this helpful information fair at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts. 15200 Annapolis RoadBowie, MD 20715

Dementia Friendly America – Prince George’s County, MD

About - Memory Support Group A safe place for those with early-stage Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia to express feelings, meet other and learn about the disease and support services.  2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month @ 1:30 pm   About -...

Family Caregiver Conference

Family Caregiver Conference

DFA-Mid County presents: A FREE virtual conference for individuals living with dementia and family caregivers. About this event Please join DFA Mid-County for a FREE virtual conference for individuals living with dementia and family caregivers to include break out...

Long Term Care Planning Guide

There are always questions on what can be done to help our loved ones with their health and personal care. While it is always a process with lots of "ifs" and "ors," there are concrete things that we can think about to ensure the best possible outcome. The Maryland...

Caregiver Preparation Tips

Caregiver Preparation Tips

What is a Caregiver? Caregivers are essential participants in our society that provide services to look after another person who can no longer look after themselves due to illness, trauma, or old age.  If you find yourself providing services as a caregiver, whether...

Road Scholar Grant Opportunity

Road Scholar Grant Opportunity

Respite and Renewal for Older Family Caregivers Road Scholar, the nation’s largest educational travel institution for older adults, offers a unique respite opportunity for unpaid family caregivers to take part in a Road Scholar educational travel program. The Road...