"Got Questions? Need Answers?"
Francisco Sotelo, SPAG
Watch here
"Independent A & B Assisted Living And Certified Memory Care of A Place To Call Home"
Leisa Hall, Marketing Director, Wilshire Place
Watch here
Care Partner Academy Workshop
Care Partner Academy Workshop
The Care Partner Academy Workshop is designed to assist care partners in their role
in meeting the needs of their loved one. Care Partners will learn how to properly
care for their own health as well as care for their loved one that may be suffering
form dementia and other chronic diseases. The program provides evidenced based information
and support group sessions. Disease management, personal care management, dealing
with behavioral issues and care partner self-care are discussed.
This program is made possible by the Newby Family.
Program Information
This workshop is for: Adults caring for loved ones.
This workshop teaches participants:
Techniques to deal with problems or issues that arise while caring for others.
Provides resources to help better care for loved ones.
Communication techniques when talking to health care professional
Dealing with decisions regarding with transition.
This program is hosted every 2nd Tuesday of the month via Zoom: https://ttuhsc.zoom.us/j/96798849277 and In-Person: 6630 Quaker Ave. Suite E, Lubbock, Texas 79413.
2025 Care Partner Academy Workshops
Save The Date(s) For Care Partner Academy Workshop Fall Sessions
- Tuesday, September 9, 2025
- Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Tuesday, November 11, 2025 (Special Event)
- Tuesday December 9, 2025
Fall Session Topics To Be Announced.
Check out our Events page for upcoming dates.
Previous Meetings
Click "Watch Here" in the sections below to view previous Care Partner Academy Sessions.
“The Nine Common Dementias: Characteristics of Each And How To Diagnose”
Tam Cummings, Ph.D., Author, Presenter
Watch here
"Managing Behavioral Health Issues"
Kelsey Robinson, Oceans Healthcare
Watch here
"Building Foundations of Caregiving"
Barbara Singer, GIA Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association Educator
Watch here
"Communicating Effectively"
Barbara Singer, GIA Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association Educator
Watch here
“Engaging In Valued Behaviors While Caring For Someone With Dementia”
Jonathan Singer, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology, TTU
Watch here
"Exploring Care And Support Service"
Barbara Singer, GIA Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association Educator
Watch here
"Holiday Stress"
John Culberson, M.D.
Watch here
"Navigating the Dementia Maze"
John Culberson, M.D.
Watch here
"Responding To Dementia Related Behaviors"
Barbara Singer, GIA Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association Educator
Watch here
"Supporting Independence"
Barbara Singer, GIA Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association Educator
Watch here
"Caregiving & Legal Issues: How To Stay Ahead of The Game"
Lee Franks, J.D., Law Offices of Lee Franks
Watch here
"Elder Law: What You Need To Know, And Have In Place"
Mr. Lee Franks, J.D., Law Offices of Lee Franks
Watch here
Clint Thetford, Lubbock County
"One Step Ahead Means You Will Not Be Left Behind"
TTUHSC Garrison Institute on Aging, 6630 Quaker Avenue, Suite E
Watch Here.
"Improving Caregiving Burden, Stress, And Pre-Death Grief In Family"
Jonathan Singer, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology, TTU
Watch here
"Preparing For End of Life"
Donnie Fortenberry, Sanders Funeral Home
Watch here
"When Hospice Steps In"
Jeremy Brown, M.D.
Watch here
"ABC's of Medicare"
Christy Valdez & Robert Hernandez, Agency4Red
Watch here
*Note: Some of this information may not be up to date. Contact Agency4Red for more information.
"Balanced & Bold After Fifty"
Leslie Glenn, PT COMT & Robert Roten, PT COMT, Fyzical Therapy And Balance Centers
Watch here
"Chronic Disease: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly"
John Culberson, M.D.
Watch here
"Do I Look Like I Have Swallowing Problems?"
Kara Jones, M.S., CCC-SLP
Watch here
"Hearing Loss in America: A Silent Epidemic"
Arica Black, M.D., AUD, The Hearing Doctor
Watch here
"How Nutrition Impacts Strength And Energy: The Super Power of Food"
Allison Childress, Ph.D., R.D.N., CSSD, TTU
Watch here
"Hungry? What to Eat"
Allison Childress, Ph.D., RDN, CSSD, LD
Watch here
"Q & A On Medicare Options"
Mike Torres, Medicare Store By Agency4Red
*Note: Some of this information may not be up to date. Contact Agency4Red for more information.
Watch here
"Walk The Talk: What Rehab Can Do For You"
Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital of Lubbock
Watch here
"When Rehab Comes Calling"
Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital of Lubbock
Watch here
(Content coming soon.)
"Hidden Dangers of COVID"
Caitlin Corey, Legal Aid of NW Texas
Watch here
"How to Recognize Scams and Avoid Them"
Dee Neil, SPAG-AAA
Watch Here.
6630 Quaker Ave, Suite E,
Lubbock TX 79413
806.743.7821
GIA@TTUHSC.EDU