DEMENTIA

CARE WARRIORS

Caregivers | Advocates | Champions

Care Warrior /ˈker ˈwôrēər/

An individual who takes care of a person who is not able to care for themselves. Care Warriors are CAREGIVERS, ADVOCATES and CHAMPIONS for their loved one. They may assume the roles of nurse, doctor, financial counselor, chef, dietitian, pharmacist, activity director, miracle worker, valet, housekeeper, companion, legal advisor, mind reader, spiritual advisor, administrative assistant and stylist. Care warriors possess high levels of patience and unconditional love and are resilient, consistent and flexible. Sense of humor required.

about us

Dementia Care Warriors is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to provide non-medical assistance and resources to caregivers caring for those living with Alzheimer's and related dementia.

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Blog

One Alzheimer's Caregiver's Story...

Researchers Explain Why Black Americans Are At Higher Risk For Alzheimer's (oprahmag.com)

10 YouTube Videos That Entertain

Last Minute Caregiver Gifts

Holiday Caregiver Stress: Tips for Staying Sane

What I Said At My Grandmother's Funeral

5.8 MILLION

AMERICANS

ARE LIVING

WITH

ALZHEIMER's

DEMENTIA.

65 Every 65 seconds someone in the united states develops dementia.

1 in 3

SENIORS DIE

WITH ALZHEIMER'S OR RELATED DEMENTIA. IT KILLS MORE THAN BREAST CANCER AND PROSTATE CANCER COMBINED.

18.5 BILLION

Hours of CaRE WHERE prOVIDED by 16 Million UNPAID CAREGIVERS... with total care VALUED AT NEARLY $234 BILLION in 2018.

Upcoming Events

Titan Tuesdays: Black Alzheimer's Brain Study
Tue, Mar 30
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Mar 30, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT
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Pat Bailey of She Ages Well and Dr. Leigh Johnson from the UNT Health Science Center join us to discuss the recently launched Black Alzheimer's Brain Study.
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TItan Tuesdays: Caregiver Mental Health
Tue, Nov 24
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Nov 24, 2020, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CST
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Professional Counselor Bronwynn Lucas joins us to discuss the mental and emotional effects of caregiving and how to cope with these effects in our daily lives.
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Titan Tuesdays: CBD & Alzheimer's
Tue, Sep 08
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Sep 08, 2020, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Special Guest: April Watson, Owner of The Weed Spot (CBD Retail Store)
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Revive Refresh: Virtual Workshop for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Sat, Jun 06
Reviverefresh.org
Jun 06, 2020, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Reviverefresh.org
Get ready for a day of learning, empowerment and fun with practical workshops and dynamic & engaging speakers!
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Saturday Social: Karaoke!
Sat, Mar 28
Vetted Well
Mar 28, 2020, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Vetted Well, 1005 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75215, USA
A fun social outing for caregivers AND their loved one!
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REVIVE | REFRESH: A Brunch & Workshop for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Sat, Mar 14
Friends Place Adult Day Care
Mar 14, 2020, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Friends Place Adult Day Care, 1232 W Belt Line Rd, DeSoto, TX 75115, USA
Revive | Refresh is a fun and inspiring workshop to empower and equip you on your caregiving journey.
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Saturday Night Out! Paint and Sip
Sat, Feb 29
Location is TBD
Feb 29, 2020, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location is TBD
A fun and social outing for caregivers AND their loved one!
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February Caregiver Support Group Happy Hour
Thu, Feb 20
Gloria's Latin Cuisine
Feb 20, 2020, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Gloria's Latin Cuisine, 600 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208, USA
Join us for a monthly support group for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's or related dementia.
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