Communicating Effectively with People with Dementia: Empowered Caregiver Series (Arroyo Grande)

St. Barnabus Episcopal Church
 301 Trinity Ave
 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PDT

24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900

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As people living with dementia progress in their journey and lose the ability to use words, caregivers can discover new ways to communicate effectively in any stage of the disease. Learn how dementia affects communication, how person-centered approaches can improve communication and much more.

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Part of the Empowered Caregiver Series:Communicating Effectively with People with Dementia

Alexandra Morris, Alzheimer's Association Community Educator volunteer and geriatric care manager, will share with us about tips for communicating with people with dementia, enhancing your ability to listen, adapt quickly and respond with empathy in unpredictable situations. Learn to encourage validation of a loved ones' expressions and emotions while fostering more meaningful and positive interactions.

This class is open to caregivers and the general public to support those with dementia and their care partners/caregivers.

Location: St.
Barnabas Episcopal Church
301 Trinity Ave.
Arroyo Grande, CA
We will meet at the back of the Community Room, accessed via thhe right door of the church or the main door across the courtyard.

Information

  • Delivery Method: In Person
  • Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
  • Audience: Caregivers
  • Languages: English

Contact

    Primary Contact:
  • Name: Laura J DeLoye
  • Title: Program & Education Manager
  • 24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900

Register

    Registration Info:
  • Registration Opens: Monday, August 5, 2024
  • Deadline Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
  • Type: Registration Preferred (Not Required)
    Payment Informations:
  • Event Fee: Free

Donations accepted and appreciated.

Register Now

Information

Part of the Empowered Caregiver Series:Communicating Effectively with People with Dementia

Alexandra Morris, Alzheimer's Association Community Educator volunteer and geriatric care manager, will share with us about tips for communicating with people with dementia, enhancing your ability to listen, adapt quickly and respond with empathy in unpredictable situations. Learn to encourage validation of a loved ones' expressions and emotions while fostering more meaningful and positive interactions.

This class is open to caregivers and the general public to support those with dementia and their care partners/caregivers.

Location: St.
Barnabas Episcopal Church
301 Trinity Ave.
Arroyo Grande, CA
We will meet at the back of the Community Room, accessed via thhe right door of the church or the main door across the courtyard.

  • Delivery Method: In Person
  • Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PDT
  • Time Zone: PDT
  • Audience: Caregivers
  • Languages: English

Contact

    Primary Contact:
  • Name: Laura J DeLoye
  • Title: Program & Education Manager
  • 24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900

Register

    Registration Info:
  • Registration Opens: Monday, August 5, 2024
  • Deadline Date: Friday, March 27, 2026

  • Type: Registration Preferred (Not Required)

    Payment Informations:
  • Event Fee: Free

Donations accepted and appreciated.

Register Now