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 Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional Trainer, Dementia Capable Care Specialist, and Positive Approach to Care® Certified Independent Trainer, alongside Charlie Johnson as they explore dementia-related topics and share personal experiences.
Elizabeth has attended the Alzheimer’s CARES Dementia training and holds her essentiALZ certification. She is an Alzheimer’s Support Group Facilitator and Memories in the Making Facilitator through the Alzheimer’s Association. She is a Dementia Friend through Dementia Friendly America and is Best Friends™ certified through the Best Friends Approach Training.
Their goal is to help family members, friends, and caregivers better understand how to navigate the dementia journey with knowledge, compassion, and confidence.
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
Dementia Care Education Series
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 [email protected] or calling 800-983-8876 ext 8926.
Located in an area known by locals as “Cedar Valley,” Mallard Point Senior Living in Cedar Falls, IA, offers independent senior apartments and cottages with a variety of services and a range of floor plan options. In 2025, the community completed major renovations featuring refreshed common areas and exterior improvements, with many apartment homes also updated and additional enhancements continuing. Amenities include restaurant dining, a 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, transportation services, and more. Located near Mercy One Cedar Falls with convenient access to shopping, entertainment, and local attractions such as Golf Lab, The Mall at College Square, George Wythe State Park, The Lost Island Theme Park, John Deer Tractor & Engine Museum, Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, and Hartmen Reserve Nature Center.
Mallard Point Senior Living serves and employs individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.
