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March 16, 2026

Thoughtful Connections: Navigating the Dementia Journey

Category: Dementia Resources

Author: Charlie Johnson, Creative Project Coordinator

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Thoughtful Connections is Arrow Senior Living’s Memory Care podcast featuring conversations about dementia care, Alzheimer’s support, and practical guidance for dementia caregivers.

Join Elizabeth Thompson, Certified Dementia Practitioner, Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional, Positive Approach to Care Trainer, and Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, and Charlie Johnson as they discuss dementia-related topics and share personal experiences. Their goal is to help family members, friends, and caregivers better understand how to navigate the dementia journey with knowledge, compassion, and confidence.

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SEASON 1, Thoughtful Connections


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SEASON 3, Thoughtful Connections

This season of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.

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Free Dementia Care Education and Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support

Arrow Senior Living hosts free monthly Dementia Care Education sessions designed to support families, caregivers, and anyone navigating Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. These virtual Zoom discussions provide practical guidance, communication strategies, and helpful resources for dementia caregivers. Follow Arrow Senior Living on Facebook to stay updated on upcoming virtual education sessions and community events.

There is no cost to attend, but space is limited. Register to receive the Zoom link by emailing HMcgatha@arrowseniorliving.com or calling 800-983-8876 ext 8926.

Subscribe to Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast for new episodes.

Produced in collaboration with: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Arrow Senior Living Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠el L.H Productions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Have questions? Email us at Media@arrowseniorliving.com

***Our Podcast isn’t medical advice but aims to provide support to caregivers and their loved ones.

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