MARQUETTE — Dementia Caregiving Series, a three-part online program designed for caregivers of people with dementia, will be held from 11-noon (Eastern) on Thursdays, May 8, 15, and 22 via Zoom.

Participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia, recognize stages of dementia, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors, and learn strategies and benefits of self-care. Each session is an hour long.

There is no charge for this program but registration is required. To register, visit www.upcap.org (click on EVENTS) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. for assistance. Registration ends on April 25. Participants must have a device with internet connection and email address to attend.

The series is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress.