The Alzheimer’s Association of Cincinnati is hosting Viki Kind – “Empowering caregivers who are making the difficult decisions” Thursday, March 17 from 6:30-8PM EST

The Alzheimer’s Association of Cincinnati is hosting Viki Kind – “Empowering caregivers who are making the difficult decisions” on Thursday, March 17 from 6:30-8PM EST

The Kenwood by Senior Star
5435 Kenwood Road
Cincinnati, OH 45227
seniorstar.com

RSVP: (513) 721-4284
http://www.alz.org/cincinnati/

Click here for a brochure about all of the services available from the Alzheimer’s Association in Cincinnati http://www.alz.org/cincinnati/documents/ProgramsServicesBrochure2011.pdf

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Coalition for Compassionate Care – Building a Community of Caring – CCCC 3rd Annual Conference on March 16 from 8-4:45

Coalition for Compassionate Care – Building a Community of Caring – CCCC 3rd Annual Conference

Where:
Los Angeles Marriott Hotel Burbank Airport
2500 Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

When:
Wednesday March 16, 2011 from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM PDT

Join doctors, nurses, social workers, administrators and lawyers from around the state to discuss the latest cutting-edge issues in end-of-life care. Learn the latest advancements in end-of-life care, connect with others in your profession, see the newest available resources, and expand your understanding of compassionate care.

Speakers include:

David Kessler, a well-known expert on hospice, dying and grieving, talking about his latest book, Visions, Trips, and Crowded Rooms: Who and What You See Before You Die.

Joanne Lynn, MD, MA, MS, one of the first hospice physicians in the US and a major contributor to research and policy on care for the last phase of life, discussing how to build a local end-of-life community.

Mary Cadogan, DrPH, RN, NP, a gerontological nurse practitioner and professor at UCLA School of Nursing, outlining the latest research on CPR.

LaVera Crawley, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor at the Stanford University Center for Biomedical Ethics, examining culturally sensitive end-of-life choices.

Plus three California authors who have recently published books on end-of-life care. (Viki is one of the featured authors.)

Pre-Conference Workshop

Building Bridges: Culture and End-of-Life Care
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Lunch & Registration: 11:30am
Program: 12:00pm – 4:30pm

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Pasadena Highlands – Grand Opening of Focused Care – dedicated to residents needing memory care

Join me as I will be speaking at the Grand Opening of Focused Care – Pasadena Highland’s memory care center on March 11 from 3:30-4:30. Open House from 3-6.

Pasadena Highlands is excited to announce the opening of a secure Alzheimer’s/Memory Care unit that will accommodate about 15-18 residents. Focused Care is all inclusive and the rates will be $4500 to $6000 per month.

Friday, March 11, 3pm to 6pm

Viki Kind will be speaking on “Empowered Decision Making for those with Dementia” 3:30pm – 4:30pm

Please RSVP by March 8th, (626) 791-1981

(626) 791-1981

Pasadena Highlands

1575 E. Washington Blvd.

Pasadena, CA 91104

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National Nursing Ethics Conference Advocacy – Making a Difference for Patients March 24-25, 2011

National Nursing Ethics Conference
Advocacy – Making a Difference for Patients
March 24-25, 2011

The American Nurses Association and Ethics of Caring are collaboratively sponsoring the National
Nursing Ethics Conference in Los Angeles, CA at the Hilton Universal City.
The two-day meeting focuses on ethical issues that abound in today’s healthcare. Recognizing that
there is little time to discuss or attempt to resolve the conflicts they cause, the conference provides
an opportunity for in-depth engagement with these issues. Additionally, research demonstrates that
moral distress mounts when professionals do not advocate for what they believe is right. By promoting
informed discussion, this conference will provide participants with the vision and skills necessary for
effective advocacy.

Register Now
National Nursing Ethics Conference
www.NursingEthicsConference.org

Nursing Contact Hours
A maximum of 15.9 contact hours will be awarded to nurses who successfully complete the conference.
The American Nurses Association Center for Continuing Education and Professional Development is
accredited as a provider by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
ANCC Provider Number 0023. ANA is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider
Number 6178.

If you have problems registering please contact Lauren Siri @ 310 794-6219 or lsiri@mednet.ucla.edu

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Join Viki as she speaks at the South Bay M.A.P.S. meeting at Silverado Senior Living in Redondo Beach, on March 8 from 8:30-10:30AM PST.

Join Viki as she speaks at the South Bay M.A.P.S. meeting at Silverado Senior Living in Redondo Beach, on March 8 from 8:30-10:30AM PST.

Silverado Senior Living -Assisted Living Dementia Care in Redondo Beach
514 N. Prospect Ave.
Redondo Beach 90277
http://www.silveradosenior.com/dementia_care/LA_Ventura_County_CA/zip_90277/silverado_senior_living/2568
Phone 310-421-4867

Silverado Senior Living -Move your loved one into our Redondo Beach Assisted Living Dementia Care Community located on the campus of the Beach Cities Health District, a preventive health and wellness agency. This three-story, state-of-the-art community offers all of the trademark amenities and services that have made Silverado famous for providing exceptional, world-class care in beautiful surroundings. Like all Silverado communities, Beach Cities is a secure environment specializing in caring for those with any type of memory loss.

When you look for a senior care community to take care of your loved one with dementia, it is important to consider if their health needs will be taken care of by qualified staff. At Silverado Senior Living – Beach Cities, we believe in hiring the best! We have registered nurses and licensed nurses at our community in Redondo Beach just like every other Silverado community. All of our caregivers receive extensive training on how to provide special care for those with memory-impairing conditions. Our caregiving and nursing staff will support your loved one to enjoy the best of health every day, while giving our families peace of mind.

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Aegis of Granada Hills will be hosting the San Fernando Valley MAPS meeting – Viki will be speaking about Culture and Communication

Aegis of Granada Hills will be hosting the San Fernando Valley MAPS meeting – Viki will be speaking about Culture and Communication on March 1st from 8-10AM. Aegis of Granada Hills, 10801 Lindley Ave., Granada Hills

SFV M.A.P.S. is an organization of over 80 professionals working together to give quality and personal care to seniors, their families and caregivers. Since 1996, SFV M.A.P.S. has been dedicated to the raising of the public’s awareness of the quality of senior housing and services in the San Fernando Valley. http://www.sfvmaps.org/index.html

Aegis of Granada Hills – http://www.aegisliving.com/assisted_living/Granada_Hills__CA/zip_91344/aegis_living/1661
Five-star service is what sets Aegis of Granada Hills apart from the competition. Our beautifully designed retirement community was built with the needs of seniors in mind, while still being visually pleasing to everyone. Conveniently located near shopping, recreation, health facilities and freeway access, we have accommodations to suit a variety of needs – from an active senior who simply doesn’t want to cook and clean any longer, to someone who needs total care because of mental or physical decline. Aegis of Granada Hills also provides care for residents with Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias. And we do it all with dignity, love and attention to the finer details that make life better. Come see Aegis’ apartments and sample a lunch by our fantastic chef. Or call and ask about respite, a short-term option for those who only need a couple of weeks to a month-long stay.

Call today if you would like to schedule a personalized visit at Aegis, including sampling a meal, taking a tour, or participating in our daily activities program. We are available seven days a week, holidays, and evening hours!

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The Center for Memory Disorders in Orlando, Florida, is hosting a workshop by Viki Kind on January 26, 2011, from 2 PM to 4 PM.

The Center for Memory Disorders in Orlando, Florida, is hosting a workshop by Viki Kind on January 26, 2011, from 2 PM to 4 PM. This program is presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, Central and North Florida Chapter, The Center for Memory Disorders and Visiting Angels.

Please RSVP to 1-800-272-3900 or 407-951-7992
Free Respite Care is available, CEU’s available for nurses.
http://www.memorydisorders.org/cmd_events.htm

Wouldn’t it be a relief to know that you are making the right decisions and doing right by the person in your care? “Empowering Caregivers to Make the Difficult Decisions” is a free two hour workshop led by Viki at The Center for Memory Disorders in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, January 26, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 p.m.

The mission of the Center for Memory Disorders is to provide a non-profit, integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and support of patients with memory disorders, through the use of professional services, cutting-edge therapies and caregiver respite.

The Center recognizes that chronic, pervasive illness is not only a problem for patients and families, but a concern for the entire community. The Center’s vision is for a community outreach program which will educate, treat and thereby positively impact the overall quality of life of persons suffering from Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The Center’s goals are to provide medical diagnostics, treatments and ancillary services, in conjunction with family education and interventions, the totality of which will result in correct diagnosis and treatment at an earlier stage in the disease process.

Dale Carter – Speaking / Book Tour to Benefit You & Your Aging Parent in Georgia and Florida

Dale Carter – Speaking / Book Tour to Benefit You & Your Aging Parent in Georgia and Florida

Thank you to Benton House and Arden Courts senior living communities for hosting Dale Carter’s presentations and book signings in Atlanta and Florida, January 25th through February 3rd.

If you are in the following areas and have an aging parent, I encourage you to attend! Dale will be highlighting key parts of her book, “Transitioning Your Aging Parent: A 5 Step Guide Through Crisis & Change.”

Learn how to:
• Make the right decision in time of crisis
• Balance the needs of your parent and yourself
• Build your support network

You’ll walk away with strategies, tips and resources that are relevant to your situation and your family.
The seminars are free of charge. However, tickets are required due to the expected demand. To secure your tickets contact the community of interest below.

Georgia
• Tuesday, January 25th, 6 p.m. Benton House-Sugar Hill 770-904-0099
• Wednesday, January 26th, 6 p.m. Benton House-Johns Creek (at Ocee Library) 770-754-5446
• Thursday, January 27th, 6 p.m. Benton House-Douglasville 770-942-9449
Florida
• Tuesday, February 1st, 10:30am. Arden Courts, Largo 727-559-8411 (or email largo@arden-courts.com)
• Wednesday, February 2nd, 6 p.m. Benton Village-Palm Coast 386-445-3500
• Thursday, February 3rd, 6 p.m. Benton House-Titusville 321-383-2112

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Caregiving for Seniors 2011 Conference on Saturday, January 22, 2011 @ Melbourne Hilton Rialto – 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Caregiving for Seniors 2011 Conference on Saturday, January 22, 2011 @ Melbourne Hilton Rialto – 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Thanks to the many generous community sponsors of this event,
there is no charge to Family Caregivers!

Conference Keynote:
Teena Cahill, Psy.D – Nationally acclaimed Speaker, Humorist, Author and TV and Radio Show Host will present “Nurturing the Nurturers.” Her audiences are inspired, motivated, and armed with ideas for managing stress without distress, and enhancing innate resilience to bounce back from adversity.
• Empowering Caregivers to Make Difficult Choices, Viki Kind, MA author of The Caregiver’s Path to Compassionate Decision Making ~ Making Choices For Those Who Can’t
• Caregiver Essentials – our panel of experts representing the Medical, Legal and Social Work Professions will field your questions
• Following your complimentary lunch, enjoy dessert with Dr. Rosemary Laird, Medical Director, Health First Aging Institute, author of “Take Your Oxygen First”
• Valuable Community Resources and Connections to Other Caregivers

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The Wellness Community/Cancer Support Community will be hosting a lecture by Viki Kind “Empowering Caregivers to Make the Best Decisions” on January 18, 2011, 7-8:30PM

The Wellness Community/Cancer Support Community will be hosting a lecture by Viki Kind “Empowering Caregivers to Make the Best Decisions” on January 18, 2011, 7-8:30PM

Cancer Support Community Greater Miami
8609 South Dixie Hwy
Miami, FL 33143
305/668-5900
Fax: 305/668-0048
info@cancersupportcommunitymiami.org
http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org/

If you, or a loved one, are living with cancer, you are not alone. Three out of four families are affected by cancer. It’s a difficult time. Dealing with treatment and its side effects can be a struggle for both patients and families. Juggling family, professional and financial responsibilities can be overwhelming. Coping with the emotional burden can be exhausting.

Too often the practical and medical issues push the psychological issues aside. Patients often keep their deepest fears and worries to themselves, reluctant to share thoughts of hopelessness with family members who are supporting and caring for them. Family members will keep some of their deepest emotions to themselves as well, protecting the patient from feelings of anxiety, despair, and even anger.

There is good news: the Cancer Support Community can help. And it’s FREE.

It’s a place where both patients and family members will find support, education and hope. Support groups address emotional issues for patients and families. Educational workshops get important questions answered in a non-clinical setting. Stress management programs enhance health and well being. Every program is offered free of charge. All are lead by professionals licensed in their fields of expertise.

The comfortable, homelike environment at the Cancer Support Community makes sharing and mutual support easy.

We do not offer medical treatments, alternative treatments, or hospice care. Our services are offered as a compliment to conventional treatment, although anyone undergoing any kind of care is welcome. People come at diagnosis, during or at the end of treatment, at recurrence or several years out of treatment. They all come to learn they are not alone in their fight–whether for physical, emotional or spiritual recovery. Together, they regain a sense of control over their lives and ultimately discover that hope is a valuable tool irrespective of the stage of disease.
Our Mission
To ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.
“My group is one place where I can be totally honest and feel and express my emotions. I leave feeling cleansed and inspired, hope fresh again.” – Participant, the Cancer Support Wellness Community.

Our Philosophy
“Cancer patients who participate in their fight for recovery, along with their healthcare team, will improve the quality of their lives and may enhance the possibility of their recovery.”
-Harold H. Benjamin, Ph.D.
Founder, The Wellness Community (now known as Cancer Support Community)

Our Beliefs Include:
• Many, many people recover from cancer.
• Cancer patients can benefit from sharing experiences and support with others, and need not be alone.
• Cancer patients can participate in their recovery along with their healthcare team.
• Family members and friends of an individual with cancer, including children, can also benefit from information and support.
There is Hope.
The Cancer Support Community Greater Miami (formerly known as The Wellness Community-Greater Miami) is part of a national organization that has been providing services to adult cancer patients and their loved ones for over 28 years. The first Wellness Community opened in Santa Monica California in 1982. In July 2009, The Wellness Community-National and Gilda’s Club Worldwide joined forces to become the Cancer Support Community.

Today, the Cancer Support Community provides the highest quality emotional and social support through a network of nearly 50 local affiliates, more than 100 satellite locations and online. To find a community-based center in your area, visit www.cancersupportcommunity.org.

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