Thursday we are lucky to have the passionate and powerful speaker Kristiane Cates who is the Author of “The Golden Thread, A Memoir.”In the book you will hear her tragic story of how and when thirty seconds changed everything in her life. Kristiane will share with us her journey with dementia and how her path to healing after her son’s death has helped her prepare for the effects dementia has had on her life. Her mission is to demonstrate brave, audacious grace when dealing with life’s challenges.
We are honored by your response to our offering of the Dementia Friendly Symposium and Cruise and we are encouraging people to book their cabins before we are sold out!
Kathy Shoaf the travel agent handling the symposium and cruise can be reached at: 219-608-2002 or email her at Kathy.Shoaf@CruisePlanners.com
Today we discussed the impact of humor and laughter as perceptions of both change as the disease progresses. I think you might be surprised at some points made by those living with dementia during this conversation.
University of Minnesota PhD candidate Heather Davila describes a survey to get input from people age 55+ family members, and professionals who work in the field of aging services about which aspects of “quality” in aging services matter most.
We want what you want when it comes to figuring out solutions to the challenges we all face on our personal Alzheimer’s journeys. Take the critical issue of recruitment for clinical trials. How do you figure out whether you or a loved one is eligible, or if there is even a trial or study close to home? These simple online tools from two trusted A-List partners will help you get started, so just click below to get started.
Please give us feedback on your experience and look out for the next round of decision tree tools on issues like “Is It Still Smart To Drive” and “Is Homecare Right For You.”
Meryl Comer, A-List Team Member & 20-year Alzheimer’s care partner
We are honored by your response to our offering of the Dementia Friendly Symposium and Cruise and we are encouraging people to book their cabins before we are sold out!
Kathy Shoaf the travel agent handling the symposium and cruise can be reached at: 219-608-2002 or email her at Kathy.Shoaf@CruisePlanners.com
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Arthur’s Residential Care has sponsored and supported the Memory Cafe Concept from the beginning I brought it to the United States. The minute I suggested they become involved in launching one they jumped with both feet in the water and have never looked back. ACR not only graciously gave us space for meetings, but provided treats and additional facilitators as our one group expanded to three. They have been so progressive in staff dementia training and creating moments of joy for both their residents and their families; which I must admit brings a smile to my face and a warmth to my heat every time. I am so blessed to witness their work. Kudos Arthur’s Residential Care!
University of Minnesota PhD candidate Heather Davila describes a survey to get input from people age 55+ family members, and professionals who work in the field of aging services about which aspects of “quality” in aging services matter most.
Only twice in my twenty plus years as an Alzheimer’s caregiver has a doctor ever asked whether I was doing okay. Yet my husband would have never made the clinic appointment on time if I had not gotten up extra early to bathe, dress, feed, manage his resistance and drive him there. Now here’s a chance to be heard!
Researchers from the Mayo Clinic want to learn what matters most to you when you go to the doctor with your loved one. They need volunteers for an online focus group who are current or former caregivers for a loved one with dementia.
Study participants will be asked to join an online focus group and answer several questions over a week and a half posted by the moderator. Participants can choose to remain anonymous. Their goal is to help healthcare providers better support and communicate with caregivers by learning:
How health care providers can best help caregivers provide optimal care to loved ones while maintaining their own health.
How involved caregivers want to be their loved ones’ healthcare.
Your opinions are critical to improving the experience for all caregivers when they accompany loved ones to doctor’s appointments. Let’s not miss this opportunity to make doctors tune into what matters to us.
Meryl Comer, A-List Team Member & 20-year Alzheimer’s care partner
Tuesday we have Peter Rabins, MD, MPH, who is the Author of “The 36-Hour Day.” He is a professor of the practice in the Erickson School of Aging Management Services at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He was the founding director of the geriatric psychiatry program and the first holder of the Richman Family Professorship of Alzheimer Disease and Related Disorders in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Today we have Celia Koudele’s whose Mother, Grandmother, and an Aunt all died from Alzheimer’s. She worked at the Alzheimer’s Association of Central and Western Kansas for 9 years as a Helpline Specialist. Celia is the author of, “The Little Book for Alzheimer’s Caregivers” to help other families based on her experiences.
Thursday we will have Author, Michael Gordon Bennett, of “Rusty’s War: A Battle of the Mind,” which tells the story of his mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s and how she’s come to depend on her dog for support. Come join in and hear some helpful tips and lessons learned by a caring son.
Today we had an interesting conversation regarding communication. You will here from those diagnosed and what they think about all the tips given by “Professionals” to communicate with them. You will gain insights which will help you care better. Learn how their senses change, how their emotions and behaviors are affect by their surroundings and how that impacts them in their daily living.
Thank You To Our Experts Living With Dementia:
Michael Ellenbogen, Paulan Gordon, Truthful Loving Kindness, Brian LeBlanc, Laurie Scherrer, Mary Howard, Susan Suchan and Harry Urban
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MARIA SHRIVER’S EXCITING EXPERIENCE
FOCUSED ON THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION
One Day.Eight Cities.Millions Impacted. June 4, 2017 Boston | Dallas | Los Angeles | Miami | New York Orange County | San Francisco | Washington DC
Today we are lucky to have Judy Cornish an elder law attorney, author and founder of the Dementia & Alzheimer’s Wellbeing Network (or DAWN), and the creator of the DAWN Method of dementia care.
Judy believes that if we look at dementia as a psychological condition rather than a disease, a simple pattern of abilities and cognitive losses appears that makes dementia care easier and happier for everyone involved.
Today we had an interesting conversation regarding communication. You will here from those diagnosed and what they think about all the tips given by “Professionals” to communicate with them. You will gain insights which will help you care better. Learn how their senses change, how their emotions and behaviors are affect by their surroundings and how that impacts them in their daily living.
Thank You To Our Experts Living With Dementia:
Michael Ellenbogen, Paulan Gordon, Truthful Loving Kindness, Brian LeBlanc, Laurie Scherrer, Mary Howard, Susan Suchan and Harry Urban
For Additional Educational Videos Click Below
MARIA SHRIVER’S EXCITING EXPERIENCE
FOCUSED ON THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION
One Day.Eight Cities.Millions Impacted. June 4, 2017 Boston | Dallas | Los Angeles | Miami | New York Orange County | San Francisco | Washington DC
Stacie Dooreck was born vegetarian with a yogic upbringing and teaching yoga since 1994. She is author of SunLight Chair Yoga: yoga for everyone! books and DVD and created the SunLight Chair Yoga: yoga for everyone! teacher trainings. Stacie teaches for assisted-living homes, companies, libraries and community centers in Bay Area CA and teaches her chair yoga teacher trainings at various ashrams.
Today we had an interesting conversation regarding communication. You will here from those diagnosed and what they think about all the tips given by “Professionals” to communicate with them. You will gain insights which will help you care better. Learn how their senses change, how their emotions and behaviors are affect by their surroundings and how that impacts them in their daily living.
Thank You To Our Experts Living With Dementia:
Michael Ellenbogen, Paulan Gordon, Truthful Loving Kindness, Brian LeBlanc, Laurie Scherrer, Mary Howard, Susan Suchan and Harry Urban
For Additional Educational Videos Click Below
MARIA SHRIVER’S EXCITING EXPERIENCE
FOCUSED ON THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION
One Day.Eight Cities.Millions Impacted. June 4, 2017 Boston | Dallas | Los Angeles | Miami | New York Orange County | San Francisco | Washington DC
Alzheimer's Speaks believes working together and sharing knowledge is the best way to win the battle against this disease. Please explore the site and share your thoughts.
Dementia Cruise of Compassion & Camaraderie
Today we discussed the impact of humor and laughter as perceptions of both change as the disease progresses. I think you might be surprised at some points made by those living with dementia during this conversation.
Contact: Heather Davila,
An Important message from our friend Meryl Comer:
