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Town Hall Forum for Caregivers – June 6

Jennifer — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:43:47 +0000

Join us for the next Town Hall Forum on June 6 in Chula Vista. Open to the public, this free seminar for family caregivers will provide useful information about how Alzheimer’s affects the family. Learn the role that heredity plays in risk factors, gain strategies for creating a successful family caregiving team, and review ways to avoid legal conflicts in the future. For more details, click here for a flyer.

When: Wednesday, June 6, 2012
8:30 am to 12:30 pm

Where: Montevalle Community Center
                 Rolling Hills Ranch
                 840 Duncan Ranch Road
                 Chula Vista, CA 91914

RSVP: Register online here or call 1-888-MEM-LOSS

Cognitive Decline Advanced by Hospitalization

Jennifer — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:31:16 +0000

USA Today reports the findings of a recent study about the negative cognitive affects of hospitalization on the elderly. The study showed that people 65 and older who were admitted to the hospital showed a rate of cognitive decline equivalent to aging 10 years or more.

The National Institute of Aging also suggests that hospitals for seniors should be avoided as much as possible. One way is to locate an appropriate environment for seniors, especially with early stages of memory loss, that provides a safe and secure setting along with specially trained caregivers who can assist residents and a licensed nurse on staff 24/7.

Hospitalization Can Speed Cognitive Decline in Elderly

Download Presentations from Latest Town Hall Forum

Jennifer — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 21:08:53 +0000

Once again, the recent Town Hall Forum entitled “Alzheimer’s Caregiving: The Team Approach” yielded some great tidbits of information. Amy Abrams presentation, “The Role of the Geriatric Care Manager” was of particular interest. The services of a care manager can help navigate the myriad decisions facing a caregiver of a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Here’s a link to her informative presentation.

The Role of the Geriatric Care Manager

Or link to the Resources section of the ActivCare Living website for more great information.

Next Town Hall Forum – February 23, 2012

Jennifer — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 23:36:30 +0000

Alzheimer’s Caregiving: The Team Approach

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is much more than a one-person job. It takes a dedicated team of family members, friends, medical professionals and experts.

Join us for the next Town Hall Forum and learn how to assemble your team. You’ll also discover where to go to pull together the information and resources you need to make yourself a successful and confident leader of that Caregiving Team.

When: Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm

Where: Lake San Marcos Resort Conference Center at 1025 La Bonita Drive in San Marcos, CA

RSVP: Call 1-888-MEM-LOSS or register online at Town Hall Forum Registration.

The Toll on the Family Caregivers

Jennifer — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:48:25 +0000

Care for someone with Alzheimers, usually by family members, reached 17 billion hours and was valued at more than $202 billion last year, as estimated by the Alzheimer’s Association. The toll on the family caregiver – physically, emotionally and financially – can be devastating. This recent article exposes the challenges of family caregivers and the need for a national plan of action for dealing with Alzheimer’s and related dementia.

Alzheimer’s has no cure. It affects one in eight people over the age of 65 and nearly half of all of those 85 and older.

Early detection, developing a care plan, and care options outside the home and helpful along the caregiving journey.

The Toll on Family Caregivers Need for a National Plan

Next Town Hall Forum – August 4

Jennifer — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 19:02:02 +0000

The next Town Hall Forum entitled, “The Aging Brain and Maintaining Wellness,” is schedule for August 4, 2011 at the Boys & Girls Clubs in Bressi Ranch (Carlsbad, CA). Dr. Daniel Sewell and Dr. Neil Levine will provide helpful information for understanding the difference between normal memory loss and initial stages of dementia as well as tips to maintaining brain health. This format will be condensed and run from 10 am to noon.

Space is limited for this free seminar. Please RSVP early by calling (760) 603-9999.

Click here for more information and directions.

Town Hall Forum Presentations Now Available

Jennifer — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:06:47 +0000

Following an exceptional turnout at the most recent Town Hall Forum, we have presentations from the speakers available for viewing. Click on the links below to access the presentations.

Alzheimer’s: Defining the Disease, Preparing for Changes

Basics of Medicare Medi-Cal 2011 – Todd Shetter

When is it Time to Place – Maureen Jones, RN

Next Town Hall Forum – April 28, 2011

Jennifer — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 19:17:50 +0000

The next Town Hall Forum, “A Caregiver’s Road Map for the Alzheimer’s Journey,” is slated for April 28, 2011 at the Ramada Inn & Conference Center in San Diego. Mark your calendars and plan to join us from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Continental breakfast will be served.

Please call (619) 543-4700 today to reserve your space at the Town Hall Forum.

Town Hall Forum Flyer April 2011

Are You Online?

Jennifer — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 20:43:24 +0000

The Internet provides valuable resources for caregivers of Alzheimer’s and it also allows people to keep in touch. Follow ActivCare on Twitter at AlzCareSolution and on Facebook on the ActivCare pages.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Fantastic Turnout at Recent Town Hall Forum

Jennifer — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 01:21:29 +0000

The recent Town Hall Forum had an outstanding turnout and provided thought-provoking presentations. A survey of the audience indicated that nearly everyone took home a nugget of information or a new practice.

If you would like to review the presentations from our speakers, click on the Town Hall Forum tab above and you can review the files.

Mark your calendar for the next Town Hall Forum on April 28, 2011 in San Diego.