Understanding Memory Loss, Dementia
and Alzheimer's Disease
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Savvy Caregiver
Savvy Caregiver training is for family caregivers only. If you are a paid professional, please visit our Professional Education page.
If you are interested in being added to our contact list for future Savvy classes e-mail to alexandra.morris@alz.org.
San Mateo CountySavvy Caregiver Training
Presented in Spanish
Information/Registration: Esther Wilson-Arias 650-962-8111 or Esther.Wilson-Arias@alz.org
Lafayette
Savvy Caregiver Training
Tuesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27 June 3, 10
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Alzheimer's Association Lafayette Office
251 Lafayette Circle, Suite 250
Fee: $75.00 for the entire series. Scholarships available.
Call 925-284-7942, contact Heather Gray (heather.gray@alz.org)
Pre-Registration Required
Monterey
Savvy Caregiver Training
Fridays, June 6, 13, 20, 27
9:00 am-12:00 pm
Monterey Adult School
222 Casa Verde Way
Fee: $75:00
Scholarships Available
Pre-Registration Required
To Register call 831-647-9890
Santa Cruz
Savvy Caregiver Training
Wednedays, July 9, 16th (23rd no meeting), 30th, August 6th, 13th & 20th
9:00am to 11:00am
1777-A Capitola Road
Fee: $75:00
Scholarships Available
Pre-Registration Required
Call 831-464-9982, ask for Alex
Santa Rosa
Savvy Caregiver Training
Fridays, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Alzheimer's Association
1211 North Dutton Ave, Suite A
Fee: $75:00
Scholarships Available
Pre-Registration Required 707-573-1210
San Jose
Savvy Caregiver Training
Wednesdays, September 10th, 17th, 24th, October1st, 8th & 15th
Day Break I Respite & Caregiver Support Services @
St Francis of Assisi Parish
5111 San Felipe Road
San Jose, CA 95135
Fee: $75:00
Scholarships Available
Pre-Registration Required 650-962-8111 Ask for Alex
SAN RAFAEL: Coming in September – Call for Dates
Alzheimer's Association
4340 Redwood Highway, Suite D-314, San Rafael
Fee: $75.00 for the entire series. Scholarships available.
Pre-Registration required 415-473-4340
Early Stage Dementia Educational Series
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SPEAKING ALZHEIMER’S In Partnership With Petaluma People Center Monday, May 5, 2008 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Petaluma Library 100 Fairgrounds Dr., Petaluma Based on Joanne Koenig-Coste’s recent book, Learning to Speak Alzheimer’s, we will explore how families and caregivers can communicate more acceptingly and less stressfully with those who have the disease, as well as how to modify their environment for optimum independence. __________________________________________________Overview of Alzheimer's Disease A Caregiver Workshop: Creating a Partnership with Your Physician When You Suspect Memory Loss This workshop will help caregivers to develop strategies to work better with your loved one’s doctor to receive the best care possible. Learn to keep track of behaviors, medications, and questions between doctor’s visit. Receive a Working With Your Doctor booklet on diagnosis, questions to ask the doctor, and community resources. This seminar is co-sponsored by El Dorado County Family Caregiver Support Program. To register, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association at (916) 930-9080 or (800) 272-3900. ____________________________________________________May is National Stroke Awareness Month- Presenter: Susan Croopnick, RN, MS, Stroke Coordinator at Mercy San Juan Medical Center Healthcare professionals now describe a stroke as a brain attack and a medical emergency. But what causes strokes? What are the different types of strokes? And most importantly, after your loved one has suffered a stroke, how can you assist them in their recovery? SUMMER LUNCH SERIES Bring your lunch and learn some new caregiving techniques! This three-week series will focus on helping caregivers with ideas for daily activities and placement options for persons with dementia, as well as a segment devoted entirely to answering caregiver’s questions regarding whatever problems they may be encountering. Overview of Alzheimer's Disease Based on Joanne Koenig-Coste’s recent book, Learning to Speak Alzheimer’s, we will explore how families and caregivers can communicate more acceptingly and less stressfully with those who have the disease, as well as how to modify their environment for optimum independence. BROWN BAG VIDEO LUNCH SERIES Bring your lunch and watch an informative video on a topic related to Alzheimers disease. A staff member will introduce the video and be available to answer questions following the viewing. LATE STAGE SERIES Presented in partnership with Hospice By The Bay, this two-week program will help caregivers understand and be prepared for the late and end stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Topics include: physical changes and care, medical and ethical decisions, communication and community resources, including hospice services. There is a $15.00 cost to cover materials. ___________________________________________________ |
Conferences
Annual Conference Alzheimer’s Disease:
Current Care Perspectives 2008 Silver Legacy Resort Casino
Friday, May 2, for Professionals
Registration from 7:30am-8:00am, conference 8:00am-4:30pm
The 5th Annual Professional Education Conference is scheduled for Friday, May 2, 2008 at Silver Legacy Resort Casino Main hotel on the Promenade Level Silver Baron Ballroom 407 N. Virginia Street Reno, NV
Save the date and look for more information in early March. We anticipate offering 6-8 CEU’s for social workers, long term care administrators, and nurses (pending approval).
Saturday May 3, for Family Caregivers
Registration from 8:00am-8:30am, conference 8:30am-3:00pm
Save the date: We invite you to join us at Silver Legacy Resort Casino
City Center Pavilion Ballroom, exit main hotel cross Virginia St.
Ballroom Physical Address 50 East 4th Street Reno, NV
for this three-quarter day education conference. From the opening conference sessions to the breakout workshops, you will have ample opportunity to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This conference is designed specifically for caregivers and family members of someone who has memory problems, or someone who has been formally diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or related disorder. Please RSVP to Vicki.Lebsack@alznornev.org or call Vicki at 775-786-8061.
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"Alzheimer’s Disease: Help, Hope, Health"
Monterey
Tuesday May 13, 2008 – 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Pasadera Country Club, Pasadera Dr. Monterey
Keynote Speakers: Michael D. Greicius, M.D., M.P.H. Medical Director, Stanford Medical Center Memory Clinic. "Novel Approaches to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease
Allen King, M.D., Private Practice – Diabetes and Alzheimers disease
Elizabeth Edgerly, PhD, Chief Program Officer, Alzheimer’s Association
"Love, Sex & Alzheimer’s disease"
Five continuing education units for each of the following professions: Nurses, CNA/HHA,RNs, LCSW/LMFT, RCFE Administrators, SNF Administrators
For further information call 831-647-9890
Grant Provided by the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
Gold Sponsors
Monterey Peninsula Volunteer ServicesCentral Coast Senior Services, Inc.
Forest Hill Manor
Summerville at Harden Ranch
Silver Sponsor
Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center
Pacific Coast Care
VNA and Hospice
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10th Annual Updates on Dementia: Translating Research into Practice
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Stanford University
The Bay Area’s premiere professional conference on the latest research on dementia and Alzheimer’s disease features distinguished scientists and clinicians in a day-long program on the beautiful Stanford campus.
Stanford University
Click here for brochure
Seven (7) CMEs/Continuing Education Units for Physician, Nurse, LCSW, LMFT, RCFE Administrator, Nursing Administrator
To be added to the mail list: education@alznorcal.org or call Blanca Vazquez 650.962.8111, x.1322
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Maintain Your Brain
May 3, 2008
Livermore
11:00 am – Noon
Livermore Public Library
1188 South Livermore Avenue
May 21, 2008
Redwood City
10:30 – 11:30 am
Redwood City Public Library
In cooperation with Kaiser Permanente
1044 Middlefield Road
June 18, 2008
Palo Alto
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Avenidas
400 Bryant Street
La Comida Dining Room
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Maximizing Your Memory
May 14, 2008
Daly City
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Doelger Senior Center
101 Lake Merced Blvd.
May 19, 2008
Pittsburg
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Pittsburg Senior Center
300 Presidio Lane
May 22, 2008
Menlo Park
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Glenwood Inn
555 Glenwood Avenue
June 18, 2008
Redwood City
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Veterans Memorial Senior Center
1455 Madison Avenue
July 16, 2008
Palo Alto
Noon – 1:00 pm
Palo Alto YMCA
3412 Ross Road
July 18, 2008
San Francisco
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
Jewish Community Center
3200 California Street (at Presidio)
August 6, 2008
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Aegis of Corte Madera
5555 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera
(415) 472-4340
September 23, 2008
Lafayette
10:30 am – 11:30 am
Lafayette Senior Center
500 Saint Mary’s Road
