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Current Research and Effective Strategies in Dementia Care

When:
Saturday, Aug 8 2009 09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

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A collaborative program with Friendship Center, United Way, Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care, Alzheimer's Association and SBCC Adult Ed

August 8,2009; 9:30am-4:00pm; All Saints Church, Parish Hall, 89 Eucalyptus Lane

For more information or to reserve space, call Eryn at 969-0859 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

See the SBCC Adult Ed Fall 2009 Schedule or go to http://ce.sbcc.edu to register

event-dementiacareThis seminar is a must for family caregivers and professionals working with individuals with dementia. Local neurologist Dr. Robert Harbaugh will begin the program by providing an update on dementia from a medical perspective and discuss current care strategies. Susan Jorgensen, Program Manager at Friendship Center will follow with an overview of meaningful activities for people with dementia. Marion Schoneberger, PT, MS with Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care will discuss home safety issues in dementia care. Suzanne Hunt, Area Director with the Alzheimer's Association will close with an overview of day-to-day care and challenges, including facilitated discussion with a panel of family caregivers sharing their stories. Lunch will be provided at the Friendship Center. Suggested donation is $5 towards the cost of lunch and materials. CEU's provided.

Venue

Location:
All Saints Episcopal Church, Parish Hall   -   Website
Street:
83 Eucalyptus Lane
ZIP:
93108
City:
Montecito
State:
CA
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