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May
17
2012
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Thu |
| Event: | Empowering Caregivers Who are Making Difficult Decisions |
| Location: | Redmond Library, 15990 NE 85th Street, Redmond, WA |
| Time: | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
Would you like tools to help you navigate the complex path of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other life-limiting illness?
Join nationally recognized speaker and author Viki Kind for this informative evening.
• Identify the decision-making pathway based on the needs and values of the person.
• Understand when to use which decision-making tool.
• Recognize the caregiver’s role when making quality-of-life decisions.
Viki Kind, M.A., is a clinical bioethicist, medical educator, author and hospice volunteer. At this seminar she will provide the audience with tools to help navigate the complex path of caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other life-limiting illnesses.
Caregivers and organizations providing support to caregivers are especially invited to attend!
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| May
18
2012
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Fri |
| Event: | Empowering Caregivers Who are Facing Difficult Decisions |
| Location: | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System, 1660 S. Columbian Way, Seattle, WA |
| Time: | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
This event is exclusively for Veterans and the Caregivers of our Veterans
Join Viki Kind, clinical bioethicist, professional speaker, hospice volunteer, and author of the award winning book "The Caregiver’s Path to Compassionate Decision Making:Making Choices for Those Who Can’t"
RSVP: 805-807-4474 or kindethics@gmail.com
DIRECTIONS: It will be held in building 1, room 236B - (there are 2 big buildings, one is building 1 – the administrative building and the other is building 100 – the acute care hospital). Parking can be a challenge here. If you drive onto the campus from Columbian Way, take the first right once you get onto campus. If you go a little ways, there will be a lot off to your left; that is the closest lot to building 1.
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| June
1
2012
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Fri |
| Event: | Ethical Dilemmas In Geriatric Care |
| Location: | Lillian Rice Center, Senior Services 2208 Second Ave, Seattle 98121 |
| Time: | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Three Friday morning sessions! This intensive workshop will address the ethical concerns encountered by professionals who work with older adults both in the community and in long term care settings.
For registration either mail check & registration to: Barbara Green, 5755 37th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105 or online at www.bgreenmsw.org.
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| June
4
2012
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Mon |
| Event: | DSHS' Challenges in Caregiving: A Conference for Caregivers |
| Location: | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA |
| Time: | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
This conference is designed for family and community caregivers and offers practical, up-to-date resources and information to help you in your caregiving responsibilities.
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Training
Dynamic speakers from a variety of backgrounds including health care, rehabilitation, social work, and law will share their expertise and knowledge in twenty
sessions offered throughout the day. You choose the sessions you need most in your own situation.
Resource and Information Exhibits
Exhibitors will offer informational displays of caregiving products, services, and literature from 8am - 3pm. Staff from major health and social
service organizations will also be available with information to answer any questions you may have.
Support and Sharing with Other Caregivers
During breaks, lunch, and the late afternoon reception, compare notes and learn from others in similar situations.
Who Should Attend?
- Family members caring for an adult or senior with chronic illness or disability.
- Adult children concerned about aging parents.
- Parents caring for adult children with disabilities.
- Home care workers and adult day services staff.
- Adult family home, boarding home or assisted living staff.
- Social service, health or mental health professionals interested in caregiving issues.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION |
| June
7
2012
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Thu |
| Event: | Living Well with Chronic Conditions Workshop |
| Location: | Stillaguamish Senior CenterBoard Room, 18308 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington 98223 |
| Time: | 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM |
This 6-week workshop is designed to help individuals who have an ongoing condition (such as diabetes, asthma, heart disease, chronic pain, arthritis, and hypertension) improve the quality of their lives.
The 6-week workshop is FREE!! You will also receive the book “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” free of charge. Space is limited, registration required. Contact Barb Thomas at 425-265-2283 or bthomas@sssc.org to register. |
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