Understanding Dementia Care: Essentials for Your Journey Together - Minneapolis

Edina, Minnesota
Friday, March 22, 2013
Join us for a special family-centered seminar on
Friday, March 22, 2013
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Edina, Minnesota  




Join Senior Helpers, the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, and Teepa Snow for a seminar that will provide essential information on how to have a positive and meaningful relationship with loved ones with Alzheimer’s and dementia throughout their journey. This session is helpful for care providers, family members, and anyone who is trying to cope with the changes that happen with dementia by providing basic information and communication skills to improve interactions and ultimately create more meaningful moments together. 

This seminar will be presented by Teepa Snow, a dementia care and dementia education specialist with over 30 years of experience in geriatrics. Teepa works closely with facilities and dementia specialty service providers throughout the country to improve and optimize programs and services to people with dementia and their families. 

During this family-centered seminar, attendees will gain a better understanding of dementia and its common symptoms, behaviors, and stages. Families and caregivers will learn strategies to reduce conflict, improve interactions, and work together with loved ones. Teepa will introduce the Senior Gems® approach, which provides the right environmental support, care assistance, and daily activities for each stage of the disease. The focus will be on helping attendees recognize and appreciate preserved skills and the value of using what remains.
The seminar will be held at: 

Colonial Church
6200 Colonial Way
Edina, MN  55436

Complimentary Parking is available.
8:00 am - 8:00 pm  
AFA Quilt to Remember Panels on Display
The AFA Quilt to Remember is the first national dementia-related quilt of its kind. This emotional work of art is composed of creative and heartfelt quilt squares that pay tribute to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, caregivers, and healthcare professionals so that others can recognize the reality and enormity of this disease.  Four Separate panels from the AFA Quilt to Remember collection will be on display.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Registration
Pick up your name badge and receive your complementary DVD, Your Guide to Supporting Family Members with Dementia, featuring Teepa Snow.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet
(Location)
Enjoy light refreshments and have a chance to meet with our featured presenter, Teepa Snow . You will also be able to talk to area providers of supplies and services that can help you in your care for your loved one.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm  
Essentials for Your Journey Together
Join Senior Helpers and Teepa Snow for a seminar that will provide essential information on how to have a positive and meaningful relationship with loved ones with Alzheimer's and dementia throughout their journey. This session will provide basic information and communication skills to improve interactions and ultimately create more meaningful moments.
We would like to thank the following local business(es) for sponsoring this event. Please visit our sponsor area before and after the seminar to learn how these providers can assist you and your family.


                               


              


 

Contact Information


  • 952-892-8403

    knenovich@seniorhelpers.com


    Senior Helpers of Burnsville
    1500 McAndrews Rd. West
    Burnsville, MN  55337

    www.seniorhelpers.com

    Other participating offices:

    Senior Helpers of Big Lake
    171 Lake St. North
    Big Lake, MN  55309

    Senior Helpers of Bloomington
    7800 Metro Parkway
    Suite 100
    Bloomington, MN  55425

    Senior Helpers of Minneapolis
    7362 University Ave.  NE
    Suite 200
    Minneapolis, MN  55432
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