Apr
26
8:00 AM08:00
May
8
10:45 AM10:45
Part 1 of 3 Series: Living with Mid-Stage Dementia
Wednesday, May 8, 2019 | Wednesday, May 22, 2019 | Wednesday, June 12, 2019
10:45 am – 12:15 pm | Room 340 | Melissa Griffin, Alzheimer’s Association
Registration required | Seating limited to 100 | $15 | CE Credit 2.0
In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. Join us for this 3-part series and hear caregivers and professionals discuss helpful strategies to provide safe, effective, and comfortable care in the middle stage of Alzheimer’s.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-62
May
8
3:00 PM15:00
Effective Communication Strategies for People with Dementia
Wednesday, May 8, 2019
3:00 – 5:00 pm | Room 340 | Melissa Griffin, Alzheimer’s Association and Gail Snider, DFFW
Registration required | Seating limited to 100 | $15 | CE Credit 2.0
Communication is more than just talking and listening — it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language. As people with dementia progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has dementia, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-62
May
16
10:00 AM10:00
25th Older Americans Information & Health Fair
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25th Older Americans Information & Health Fair
Thursday, May 16, 2019
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dallas, TX Location TBA
May
22
10:45 AM10:45
Part 2 of 3 Series: Living with Alzheimer’s: Early Stage Care Partners
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 | Wednesday, February 20, 2019 | Wednesday, March 6, 2019
10:45 – 12:15 pm | Room 340 | Melissa Griffin, Alzheimer’s Association
Registration required | Seating limited to 100
In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? Join us for this 3-part series to hear practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
May
22
3:00 PM15:00
Effective Communication Strategies for Families of People with Dementia
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
3:00 – 5:00 pm | Room 340 | Hollie Glover, MAC, LPC, Director of Senior Adult Day Program and Family Services, James L. West Alzheimer’s Center
Registration required | Seating limited to 100 | $15 | CE Credit 2.0
Learn why and how communication changes for persons living with dementia and the best ways we can communicate with them by working the skills they still have. The learned skills include nonverbal communication, redirection, and validation. We will also discuss “active listening” and communication as the disease progresses.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-62
Jun
12
10:45 AM10:45
Part 3 of 3 Series: Living with Alzheimer’s: Early Stage Care Partners
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 | Wednesday, February 20, 2019 | Wednesday, March 6, 2019
10:45 – 12:15 pm | Room 340 | Melissa Griffin, Alzheimer’s Association
Registration required | Seating limited to 100
In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? Join us for this 3-part series to hear practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
Jul
31
12:00 PM12:00
ADRC Advisory Coalition Quarterly Meeting
ADRC Advisory Coalition Meeting | Lunch is provided
From 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM
Location: Women’s Center
817-927-4040
Oct
30
12:00 PM12:00
ADRC Advisory Coalition Quarterly Meeting
ADRC Advisory Coalition Meeting | Lunch is provided
From 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM
Location: Women’s Center
817-927-4040
Apr
24
12:00 PM12:00
ADRC Advisory Coalition Quarterly Meeting
ADRC Advisory Coalition Meeting | Lunch is provided
From 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM
Location: Women’s Center
817-927-4040
Apr
12
7:30 AM07:30
Dallas County Compassion Fatigue Symposium
Dallas County Compassion Fatigue Symposium
Friday April 12, 2019
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Lovers Lane United Methodist Church
9200 Inwood Rd., Dallas, TX 75220
Apr
9
12:00 PM12:00
Caregiving with Confidence
Tue Apr 9th 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Wilshire Baptist Church, 4316 Abrams Rd, Dallas, TX 75214, USA map
Join us to learn more about caregiving topics, such as Long-term Care Options, Having the Talk, Geriatric Care Management, Estate Planning, and Caring for the Caregiver. Lunch provided. Space is limited.
Apr
1
2:00 PM14:00
Mapping the Journey
Mapping the Journey
Monday, April 1, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
North Richland Hills Public Library
9015 Grand Ave., North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Mar
29
8:30 AM08:30
Long-Term Care Certified Volunteer Ombudsman Training (Part I & 2)
Fri Mar 29th 8:30am - 5:00pm
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The Senior Source, 3910 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219 map
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program promotes advocacy that results in a better quality of life for the frail elderly in Dallas County nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Ombudsmen serve as resident-directed advocates who investigate complaints, report findings, and help achieve resolutions.
An ombudsman is specially trained and certified to advocate for residents’ rights. To learn more about the role of an ombudsman, please click the hyperlinks and watch two YouTube training videos from the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program: Advocacy and Communication Skills: Scenario 1: Anne Walker and Scenario 2: Brian Brashear. As you can see from the videos, the role of an ombudsman can be challenging, yet very rewarding.
A criminal background check, conflict of interest screening, and reference checks are required by state law before you can attend Training 1 and 2 sessions. Must complete a three-month internship at a predesignated nursing home or assisted living facility and attend both training sessions to be eligible for certification as a volunteer ombudsman. Deadline to submit required documents is March 15, 2019.
Part 1: Friday, March 29, 2019 (8:30 am – 5 pm)
Part 2: Friday, June 28, 2019) (8:30 am- 5 pm)
The Senior Source- 3910 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75219
For more information on how to become a volunteer ombudsman call 214-525-6131 or email: mevans@theseniorsource.org.
Mar
28
8:30 AM08:30
16th Annual Spring Symposium - Dementia: Current Trends & Future Directions
16th Annual Spring Symposium
Dementia: Current Trends & Future Directions
Thursday, March 28, 2019
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
ESports Stadium Arlington & Expo Center
1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76 011
Mar
26
8:00 AM08:00
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Series
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Series
6 classes: March 26 - April 30, 2019
Cancer Care Services
623 South Henderson Street, Fort Worth, TX 76104
Mar
22
8:00 AM08:00
IARP Texas Conference International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals
IARP Texas Conference International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals
Friday, March 22, 2019
All Day
Colin College Preston Ridge Campus, Frisco, Texas 75035
Mar
21
10:00 AM10:00
Medicare Fraud and You: How to Spot it, Prevent It and Report It
Richardson Senior Center, 820 W Arapaho Rd # 100, Richardson, TX 75080 map
Medicare fraud costs all of us – and it could happen to you or someone you know! Learning about the common scams targeting seniors is a great step in protecting yourself – and your family.
In this informative presentation, experts from Texas’ Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) will help you recognize Medicare fraud and what you can do to stop it. Armed with an increased awareness and understanding of healthcare programs, you can protect yourself from the economic and health-related consequences of Medicare fraud, error and abuse.
Mar
9
10:00 AM10:00
Disability & Caregiver Resource Expo - Catholic Diocese of Dallas
Disability & Caregiver Resource Expo - Catholic Diocese of Dallas
Saturday, March 9, 2019
10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
All Saints Catholic Church, GYM
5321 Meadowcreek Drive, Dallas, TX, 75248
Mar
7
to Mar 8
Mar
6
3:00 PM15:00
Non-Pharmacological Approaches to Dementia Care
Wednesday, March 6, 2019
3:00 – 5:00 pm | Room 340 | Melissa Griffin, Alzheimer’s Association
Registration required | Seating limited to 100 | $15 | CE Credit 2.0
Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of people living with dementia.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-62
Mar
6
10:45 AM10:45
3 Part Series: Living with Alzheimer’s: Early Stage Care Partners
Wednesday, February 6, 2019 | Wednesday, February 20, 2019 | Wednesday, March 6, 2019
10:45 – 12:15 pm | Room 340 | Melissa Griffin, Alzheimer’s Association
Registration required | Seating limited to 100
In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? Join us for this 3-part series to hear practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis.
Register: fumcfw.org/alzsupport
Contact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
Feb
2
8:30 AM08:30
2019 African American Caregiver Seminar
Becoming a Caregiver Champion:
Rising to the Challenge
Presented by Alzheimer’s Association
Saturday, February 2, 2019
8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tarrant County College, South Campus, Student Center
5301 Campus Drive, Fort Worth 76119
FREE Event • Light breakfast and lunch is provided.
This is a FREE event, but registration is preferred. Dress casually and consider wearing your favorite football team’s jersey.
PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE
at alznct.news/aacareseminar19 or call 1-800-272-3900.
Jan
30
12:00 PM12:00
ADRC Advisory Coalition Quarterly Meeting
ADRC Advisory Coalition Meeting | Lunch is provided
From 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM
Location: Women’s Center
817-927-4040
Nov
3
7:00 AM07:00
Navigating Care of Complex Older Adults
3rd Annual Geriatric Symposium
Sheraton Arlington Hotel
1500 Convention Center Drive
Arlington, TX 76011
Event Map
This symposium is an interprofessional activity designed for physicians in geriatrics, internal medicine, and primary care, hospitalists, pharmacists, advanced practice providers, nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists, dietitians, pastoral care, hospital administration and allied health professionals throughout the community who care for geriatric patients.
Oct
31
12:00 PM12:00
ADRC Advisory Coalition Meeting
ADRC Advisory Coalition Meeting | Lunch is provided
From 12:00 PM until 1:30 PM
Location: Women’s Center
817-927-4040
Oct
26
8:30 AM08:30
2nd Annual Hoarding Conference
2nd Annual Hoarding Conference
Sponsored by Hoarding Task Force of Tarrant County
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Friday, October 26, 2018
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Tarrant County Public Health Education Center
1101 S Main Street, Fort Worth, TX 76104
This event is sponsored by the Hoarding Task Force of Tarrant County. This 1/2 day workshop will include breakfast and CEUs for LPC, LMFT and LCSW. CEs for Code Compliance and guardianship.
Topics will include Hoarding 101, Working with Vulnerable Adults, Hoarding: A First Responder's Perspective, and Animal Hoarding.
For information or questions, please contact Beth Noah at Beth.Noah@unitedwaytarrant.org.
Continental breakfast sponsored by: WellBridge Healthcare.