Welcome to the Alzheimer's Guide

Are you an Alzheimer's Dementia Caregiver?

Frena offers life-changing, spirit-growing and skill-building workshops, training courses, coaching, books and resources for Alzheimer’s and Dementia care. Email Frena or call 520-432-3203.

Listen to Frena on the Coping with Caregiving radio program, scroll to segment 2. The host, Jacqueline Marcell, is the author of Elder Rage.

Alzheimer's 911 is Available at Amazon.com Now!

Frena’s NEW
essential book
Alzheimer's 911,
is available here at Frena's Amazon store! Read this review from Lisa C. DeLuca LMSW, suite101.com.

More Helpful Books by Frena

Frena’s books have been described
by Dr. Tom Kitwood of the Bradford Dementia Project as “The best books on Alzheimer’s I’ve ever read.”

Reviews of Frena's Presentations and Workshops

Frena recently gave a day-long presentation for the Alzheimer's Society of Canada. The 150 participants included care aids, LPNs, activity staff, social workers, RNs and family caregivers. Conny Schipper of the Alzheimer's Society of Canada wrote:

“Frena's humorous practical compassionate approach to dementia care was enjoyed by all.”

Participants wrote:

“I liked Frena's energy, honesty
and passion.”

“I liked the focus on building a heart connection with the person
you care for.”

“I was moved to laughter and
tears during this workshop - it
was fascinating and inspiring.”

“Everyone in the caregiving profession should take this workshop for a fresh perspective.”

“I gained suggestions for meaningful activities for those
with dementia and suggestions for dealing with challenging behaviors.”

“Good ideas to build on.”

“I liked the interactive nature of Frena's workshop.”

“I liked best the question of how I'm being asked to grow as a caregiver.”

OTHER FEEDBACK:

“Frena Gray-Davidson is a talented, knowledgeable and warm person.”

American Society on Aging

“Thank-you from the bottom of
our hearts for your wonderful presentation.”

Alzheimer’s Association, North Dakota

“Frena has applied her creative insight into Alzheimer’s Disease to develop an innovative approach to planned caregiving.”

Dr Jan Lord, MD, Kaiser Permanente

“Frena’s work is unique and valuable in the understanding she has of those who have Alzheimer’s Disease. It is rare to find someone who can constantly search for hands-on solutions which support the person with Alzheimer’s.”

Conne Pence, Director, Mount Diablo Alzheimer’s Day Care Program

“I thank you so much for the help you gave our Public Health Nurses, our social workers and our villagers in your Alzheimer’s training sessions.”

Director of the Territorial Department
of Aging, American Samoa