Providing Practical Hands-on Tools for Family Care and Professional Caregivers
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025, 9:30am to 12pm
Location: Aviva Pembroke
373 Constitution Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Meet Your Instructor
Marcia Futterman Brodie: Certified Dementia Caregiver Specialist and owner of Marcia Trains
Admission: $49.00
Workshop Highlights:
Understanding Dementia & the Brain
- Explore what individuals with cognitive impairment hear, see, and comprehend
- Learn how to meet people where they are in their dementia journey
Caregiver Communication & Engagement
- Strategies for connecting with loved ones during meals, dressing, and daily routines
- Techniques from Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care™
Hands-On Practice with ADLs
- Role-play the Hand Under Hand™ technique for assisting with eating, brushing teeth, and dressing
- Focus on preserving dignity and supporting mental well-being
Real-Life Perspective
- Hear from a couple married 50+ years, navigating dementia together
- Insights from both the spouse living with dementia and the caregiving partner
Interactive Q&A Session
- Ask questions and learn practical applications for your caregiving journey
Event Details:
Tuition: $49.00 (non-refundable; transferable to another class or attendee)
Contact: Marcia@MarciaTrains.com if you have any questions.
Session I
October 21st, 2025 - 9:30 am to 12:00 pm
$49.00
Marcia Futterman Brodie will discuss dementia and the changing brain. We will explore what individuals with cognitive impairment hear, see, and understand, and how a caregiver can support them in their dementia journey.