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SUMMARY:The Journey of Dementia: What are the family members experiencing?
DESCRIPTION:A Zoom event for SHS Caregivers: The Journey of Dementia \nThursday\, October 14th from 7:00-8:30 pm \nDisease and other dementia not only affect the person with dementia but the entire family. Dementia grief is a special form of bereavement. It is crucial to gain knowledge and understanding of how the disease impacts the family members. Come and learn how family roles and relationships change throughout the journey of dementia. \nPlease register for this event by Wednesday\, October 13th.
URL:https://shsboston.com/event/the-journey-of-dementia-what-are-the-family-members-experiencing-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Graffeo":MAILTO:lisa@shsboston.com
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SUMMARY:Cultural Competence as it Relates to People with Dementia
DESCRIPTION:A Zoom event for SHS Caregivers: Cultural Competence as it Relates to People with Dementia \nFriday\, October 15th from 11:00 am -12:30 pm \nIn this optional workshop\, you will learn how care partnering for a person with dementia demands an understanding of others’ moral belief systems\, values\, preferences\, family support systems\, and the cultural perceptions of dementia. You will learn the 4 key components to building sensitivity and cultural competence. \nPlease register for this event by Wednesday\, October 13th.
URL:https://shsboston.com/event/cultural-competence-as-it-relates-to-people-with-dementia/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Graffeo":MAILTO:lisa@shsboston.com
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SUMMARY:Family Caregiver Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our next Support Group Meeting Tuesday\, October 19th from 7:00-8:30pm! This informal support group will allow you to share openly about your current caregiving challenges in a confidential and safe environment. This support group meets monthly via Zoom. All those that RSVP will be sent the Zoom link prior to the support group meeting time. \nPlease register by end of day Monday\, October 18th to receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://shsboston.com/event/family-caregiver-support-group-5/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Support Group for SHS Employees
DESCRIPTION:As caregivers\, we are often faced with challenging and emotional situations where some support from our peers can make a big difference. In the spirit of self-care\, we have a Caregiver Support Group to provide an opportunity for caregivers to share (or just listen) to each other in a positive and supportive environment. \nLed by Client Care Specialist\, Sue Ann Wasserman\, we are pleased to host October’s meeting in the office. \nPlease register for this event by October 25th at noon.
URL:https://shsboston.com/event/caregiver-support-group-for-shs-employees-4/
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SUMMARY:Complimentary Certified Dementia Practitioner Training hosted by Seniors Helping Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Register today to be one of the fortunate healthcare professionals to attend this FREE \nNational Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners’ Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care one-day seminar. \nYour attendance is compliments of Seniors Helping Seniors. Attending this seminar saves you the cost of $250.00\, which is the cost to attend plus the handbook.  \nUpon completion of this seminar\, if you qualify\, you may submit an online application along with $135.00 payment to receive your credentials as a Certified Dementia Practitioner.  \nWhen: Thursday\, October 28th\, 2021\n7:30 AM – Sign-in\, Coffee\, & Continental Breakfast\nSeminar begins promptly at 8:00 AM (lunch will be provided)\nSeminar ends at 4:00 PM \nWhere: Seniors Helping Seniors\, 330 Bear Hill Road\, Suite 305\, Waltham\, MA  \nAttendees must be fully vaccinated. \nAlthough any healthcare professional may attend\, this course is required for anyone pursuing their credentials as a Certified Dementia Practitioner.  \nYou will receive a hard copy Student Handbook. \nContact Hours are available for Nurses only through the CEU Network. The attendee may apply and submit $32.00 separately. \nThe modules that are to be covered by your instructor are: \n\nOverview of Dementia / Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis\, Prognosis\, and Treatment\nTests and Evaluations used for Dementia\nCommunication\nFeelings and Repetitive Behaviors\nWandering\, Hoarding and Paranoia and Hallucinations\nSundowning\nIntimacy\, Sexuality\, Aggressive Behaviors and Catastrophic Behaviors\nDepression and Alzheimer’s Disease\nPersonal Care; Pain\, Nutrition\, Bathing\, Dressing\, Toileting\, Eating\, Swallowing and Sleep Disturbances\nActivities & Alzheimer’s Disease Calendars\nEnvironment: Changes that make a difference\nStaff and Family Relationships\nStress and the Caregiver\nMulticultural Considerations\nPastoral Care and Preparing for End of Life\n\n\nInstructor: Tammy Pozerycki\, BC-DEd\, MA\, CADDCT\, CFRDT\, CDP\, COTP\nDementia Specialist\, Owner\, Educator\, and Consultant\nAlternatives in Alzheimer’s Care\, LLC \n  \nNote: This event will be limited to 20 participants due to size limitations\, so RSVP today!
URL:https://shsboston.com/event/complimentary-certified-dementia-practitioner-training-hosted-by-seniors-helping-seniors/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Graffeo":MAILTO:lisa@shsboston.com
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