Purpose
This inter-professional gerontology conference will provide practical tools and groundbreaking information related to successful aging and gerontology. Topics will include inspirational keynotes as well as multiple sessions ranging from healthy aging to coping with illness.

Target Audience
Older adults, family members, caregivers, nurses, social workers, employees working in
long-term care settings, nursing home administrators, occupational therapists, physical
therapists, dental professionals, and case managers

Course Objectives
After attending this conference participants will be able to:
• Demonstrate knowledge, interest, and commitment in working with older adults.
• Describe ground-breaking ideas for improving the lives of older adults.
• Assist elders, families, and their caregivers to successfully navigate health issues important to older adults.
• Describe options available for elders to pursue a more active and enjoyable lifestyle.
• Describe the magic and power of caring for the caregiver and the recipient of care.
• Identify how a sense of humor induces physical and mental changes in the body.

Registration Information
Date & Time: Thursday and Friday, August 9 and 10, 2012
Registration: 8–8:30 a.m. each day

Location of Conference:
The conference will be held
in the University Center on the campus of the University of
Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana. USI is located on
Highway 62, approximately two miles west of Evansville.

Hotel Accommodations:
Hotel accommodations in
proximity to the University include the Fairfield Inn West
(812/429-0900) and Holiday Inn Express (812/421-9773).
Ask about the USI rate to receive a discount.

Refund Policy:
Registration fees are refundable, less a
$15 service charge, through August 8, 2012. No refunds
will be made after that date.

Questions?
Call 812/464-1989 or 800/467-8600
Email: extserv@usi.edu
health.usi.edu

MAIA Post Conference
Location off campus: SWIRCA & More
Saturday, August 11, 2012
8:30 a.m. to Noon; Registration: 8 to 8:30 a.m.
Who should attend:
Open to the public and anyone needing more basic information
on caring for aging and/or disabled loved ones.
Topics to be addressed:
How to obtain care in the home setting
When would dad or mom qualify for a nursing home
What does Medicare/Medicaid cover
How to cope with poor vision

Frequently asked questions
Vision Venture Van will be available to walk through in the morning
Cost: $20, includes continental breakfast
For additional information or registration:
www.SWIRCA.org 812/464-7800
In person or by mail at P.O. Box 3938,
16 W. Virginia, Evansville IN 47737-3938

Continuing Education Credit
Nurses, social workers, health facility administrators, health education specialists, case
managers and dental hygienists will receive up to 5.25 contact hours each day with
submission of documentation of sessions attended and completed program evaluation.
University of Southern Indiana College of Nursing and Health Professions is accredited
as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
University of Southern Indiana is an approved provider of continuing education for
social workers, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, and other professionals
licensed in the state of Indiana. Social workers in other states should check for approval
on a program-by-program basis.
Approved by the Indiana Division of Aging for up to 5.25 contact hours each day.
This program has been pre-approved by The Commission for Case Manager
Certification to provide continuing education credit to CCM® board certified case
managers. The course is approved for 10.5 CE contact hour(s). Activity code:
M0000003 Approval Number: 20130028
Approved by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. for up
to 10.5 Category 1 CECH in health education, Provider Number: SEP3910.
The University of Southern Indiana has been approved by the Indiana State Board of
Health Facility Administrators as a sponsor of continuing education programs for health
facility administrators (License #98000033A).
The University of Southern Indiana is an approved provider for continuing education
credits by the Indiana Health Professions Bureau and the Illinois Board of Dentistry.

Have a kind and respectful day.

Joni Aldrich’s Caregiving S.O.S. show on August 1st, 11AM PDT, 2PM EDT

I am so pleased to be invited to be invited back to Joni Aldrich’s Caregiving S.O.S. show on Wednesday, August 1st, at 11AM PDT, 2PM EDT, www.W4WN.com

About Joni Aldrich: Joni has been a caregiver on the front line with two terminal cancer patients–her husband and mother. That’s why caregiving is so important to her. Caregiving S.O.S. covers pertinent topics to help caregivers, who are usually not trained or prepared for the difficult role they undertake. She is the author of 6 books on surviving cancer, caregiving, brain illness and grief. For more information you can go to www.jonialdrich.com and http://www.linkedin.com/pub/joni-aldrich/14/a1a/9b

Joni’s other company is Basket of Care.com. This isn’t your ordinary gift basket. With her wonderful basket designer–Carol Taylor, a cancer survivor–she provides gift baskets that can be sent to those going through a life crisis with PRACTICAL gifts that they can use, such as pill organizers, blankets, flashlights to light the way, my books, thank you notes, slipper socks–the list goes on.

Have a kind and respectful day.

Join Viki at Belmont Village in Hollywood on July 23

EMPOWERING CAREGIVERS – NAVIGATING THE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS

Monday, July 23, 2012 • 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Belmont Village Hollywood
2051 N. Highland Avenue • Los Angeles, CA 90068

Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. For more information or to
RSVP, please call 323.874.7711.

Presenter: Viki Kind, MA
Attendees will learn how to navigate the decision-making process with confidence. Learn strategies for making life, medical and end-of-life decisions with respect and compassion.

hollywoodheights.belmontvillage.com

Have a kind and respectful day.

Join Viki at the Association of Professional Chaplain’s Conference June 21-24

Viki will be presenting two workshops at the Association of Professional Chaplain’s Conference in Schaumberg, IL on June 21-24.

Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center
Schaumburg, IL

http://www.professionalchaplains.org/index.aspx?id=2144

MISSION/VISION/VALUES of the Professional Chaplain

Mission

The Association of Professional Chaplains promotes quality chaplaincy care through advocacy, education, professional standards and service to its members.

Vision

Strengthen the multifaith and multicultural professional competency of chaplains.
Empower chaplains to demonstrate quality outcomes to those whom they serve.
Demonstrate the distinctive value of professional chaplaincy, which can be understood by external stakeholders.
Collaborate with accrediting and hiring institutions, as well as other organizations with which we have a common interest, in order to promote professional chaplaincy.

Values

Dignity and worth of all persons.

Faith as an essential dimension of wholeness.

Chaplaincy care of persons, communities, organizations and systems.

Inclusivity and diversity.

Justice and equality for all.

Professional competency and ethical practice.

Have a kind and respectful day.

VA Caregiver Event in Chicago on June 20

Join Viki on June 20th from 1-3pm in building 135 room 148 for a VA Caregiver Event.
3001 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL 60064

Empowering Caregivers Who are Facing Difficult Decisions

About the workshop:

Wouldn’t it be a relief to know you are making the right decisions and doing right by the person in your care? Whether you are caring for someone with a brain injury, dementia, mental illness, or other cognitive impairment, you can learn the framework and tools to use when making the difficult life, health and end-of-life decisions. This is not a one-size-fits-all solution but can be adapted depending on person’s level of incapacity and the situation. Respect and compassion are the core values of this decision making process.

Have a kind and respectful day.

Alzheimer’s Tennessee, Inc. Presents The 26th Annual Alzheimer’s Disease Symposium June 14-15

Viki will be speaking on June 14th at the Alzheimer’s Tennessee, Inc.
The 26th Annual Alzheimer’s Disease Symposium on June 14-15
The Clayton Center, Maryville, TN – near Knoxville

Research Symposium – Workshop for healthcare professionals
PLUS Strategies for Managing Dementia in Primary Care

http://www.alztennessee.org/

Have a kind and respectful day.

Joni Aldrich’s Caregiving S.O.S. show with Wednesday, April 18th at 2:00 p.m.

I am so pleased to be invited to be on Joni Aldrich’s Caregiving S.O.S. show with Wednesday, April 18th at 2:00 p.m. EST, www.W4WN.com

Joni’s show will have a guest host. Nataly Rubinstein from Alzheimer’s Care Consultants at www.AlzCoach.com. Nataly is a medical social worker and conducts psychosocial assessments, counseling and education to individuals, families and caregivers who have Alzheimer’s disease and other types of memory disorders. http://www.linkedin.com/pub/nataly-rubinstein/a/3ba/b1a

About Joni Aldrich: Joni has been a caregiver on the front line with two terminal cancer patients–her husband and mother. That’s why caregiving is so important to her. Caregiving S.O.S. covers pertinent topics to help caregivers, who are usually not trained or prepared for the difficult role they undertake. She is the author of 6 books on surviving cancer, caregiving, brain illness and grief. For more information you can go to www.jonialdrich.com and http://www.linkedin.com/pub/joni-aldrich/14/a1a/9b

Joni’s other company is Basket of Care.com. This isn’t your ordinary gift basket. With her wonderful basket designer–Carol Taylor, a cancer survivor–she provides gift baskets that can be sent to those going through a life crisis with PRACTICAL gifts that they can use, such as pill organizers, blankets, flashlights to light the way, my books, thank you notes, slipper socks–the list goes on.

Have a kind and respectful day.

David McGuffey Interviews Viki, WBLJ Newstalk

Viki will be the guest on WBLJ NEWSTALK 1230 AM in Dalton, GA with host, Certified Elder Law Attorney, David McGuffey. April 4th, 9AM EDT, 6AM PDT