Family Education Additional Resources

Next Steps

Thank you so much for attending the Intro to SPECAL® class! Below is some information regarding next steps.

• Practice the 3 Golden Rules and apply the Tools
• Attend in-person or online support groups
• Participate in SPECAL ®-informed enrichment gatherings such as Memory Cafes (in-person and on Zoom), bowling club, symphony/orchestra events, etc.

• Encourage members of your family care team to join an Intro to SPECAL® class, available throughout the month both in-person and live on Zoom. These sessions are free but require advance registration. For more flexibility, you can also access our On-Demand Education option, which is a 1-hour self-paced course.
• Take a workshop to continue to learn how to utilize SPECAL® tools and strategies
• Work with a SPECAL®-ist to problem-solve individualized scenarios (please contact help@dementiatogether.org to schedule a consult)
• Plan ahead by preparing for any upcoming transitions for your loved one

Please let us know if you have any questions or could use help signing up for any of the above events/classes. You can search our online calendar by filtering by Education, Life Enrichment, and Support Group using the drop-down menu below the calendar month.

We look forward to supporting you through this journey! Your loved one is fortunate to have someone who is trying to care well!