Guide to Retirement Living - Events

HBO The Alzheimer's Project- Caregivers screening and breakfast

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:31:28 -0400

8:30 a.m.- breakfast, 9 a.m.- screening

Emmitsburg Senior Center
300 South Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727

Contact:
Phone: 301-600-6001
Website: http://www.co.frederick.md.us/index.aspx?nid=54
Email: mcollins@fredco-md.net

The Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Maryland Chapter, and the Frederick County Department of Aging Caregiver Support Program are pleased to showcase the “Caregiver” documentary from the recently released HBO documentary The Alzheimer’s Project. Please join us for a special breakfast screening of this highly acclaimed film to be followed by group discussion on Friday, August 21 at the Emmistburg Senior Center, 300 South Seton Avenue. Breakfast at 8:30 a.m. with the screening to follow at 9 a.m. Breakfast includes orange juice, scrambled eggs, sausage links, hash browns, pineapple rings, milk, coffee and tea. Suggested donation for breakfast for those over the age of 60 is $4.80; for individuals under the age of 60 is $4.80. RSVP is required for meal reservation by August 19 to 301-600-6001 or mcollins@fredco-md.net.

Caregiver Breakfast Club

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:29:01 -0400

9-11 a.m.

Frederick County Department of Aging
1440 Taney Avenue
Frederick, MD 21702

Contact:
Phone: 301-600-6001
Website: http://www.co.frederick.md.us/index.aspx?nid=54
Email: mcollins@fredco-md.net

Do you provide care for a loved one over the age of 60 or with a young onset dementia? Looking for a fun, social activity to participate in with your loved one? Then join us on Friday, August 28, 2009 from 9-11 a.m. for our first meeting of the Breakfast Club. Caregivers and the individuals they care for are invited to join us for a breakfast and a morning of activity, social interaction and fun! Our first meeting will include breakfast, time to get to know each other and a discussion of upcoming meetings. RSVP required for meal reservation buy 8/24 to 301-600-6001 or mcollins@fredco-md.net. Breakfast includes grape juice, scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, scalloped apples, milk, coffee and tea. Suggested donation for individuals over the age of 60 is $4.80. For individuals 60 and younger the cost is $4.80.

Caregivers Conference

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:15:56 -0400

10:00am - 4:00pm

McLean Bible Church
8925 Leesburg Pike
McLean, VA 22102

Contact:
Phone: 703-770-4381
Website: http://www.mcleanbible.org/pages/page.asp?page_id=4029
Email: ed.few@mcleanbible.org

SAVE THE DATE!! This will be a comprehensive conference with information and resources to assist individuals to better care for themselves, a spouse or their aging parents...more information to come.

"Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?"

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:53:18 -0400

6pm

Arden Courts Silver Spring
2505 Musgrove Road
Silver Spring, MD 20904

Contact:
Phone: 301-847-3051
Website: www.hcr-manorcare.com
Email: 352-mktg@hcr-manorcare.com

Arden Court os Silver Spring is proud to host a special screening and discussion of this critically-acclaimed HBO documentary series. "Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?" is geared toward children and young teens coping with grandparent's illness. This film presents vignettes that can help a child understand and deal with a relative's gradual decline into Alzheimer's. Maria Shriver, whose father was diagnosed with the disease, provedes a commentary and guidance through five insightful lessons in this film. Call 301.847.3051 today to reserve your seat.

Benefit Check Up

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:26:17 -0400

11:30 am Networking 12-1 program

Harmony Hall
6336 Cedar Lane
Columbia, MD 21044

Contact:
Phone: 410-531-6000
Website:
Email: jdavidson96@gmail.com

Benefit Check up Free Seminar for Professionals Thursday September 24th 2009 Time: 11:45 to 1:00 pm Harmony Hall 6336 Cedar Lane Columbia, MD 21044 RSVP Beth Sanchez 410-531-6000 Lunch provided Category II CEU Social Worker • Medicare Coverage The basics of A&B • Advantage Part C and Special needs Plans What’s best for your client/Family member? • Medicare Part D What does your client need to do? • Group/Employer Health Coverage Do you need other coverage? • Supplemental/Medigap Coverage When do you need to purchase A-L • Long Term Care benefits What you need to know to access the benefit • Other Senior Benefits What are some of the other benefits to help seniors? Jack Davidson CHC; CPDSP David Wingate P.C. Director of Patient Care Coordination Elder Law Attorney Home Therapy Services LifeCare Planning 240-388-4418 301- 663-9230

Brand New Senior Apts in Upper Marlboro - Application Day!

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:06:22 -0400

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cornerstone Peaceful Bible Baptist Church
10675 Crain Highway
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Contact:
Phone: 301-599-5422
Website: www.LodgeAtMarlton.com
Email: marlton@habitatamerica.com

Have you heard about Upper Marlboro's Newest Senior Apartment Community? The Lodge at Marlton is scheduled to open in early September, conveniently located next to the Marlton Plaza Shopping Center on Crain Highway! Join us for Application Day on Saturday, July 18th 10 am - 3 pm at Cornerstone Peaceful Bible Baptist Church 10675 Crain Highway in Upper Marlboro Call for more information: 301-599-5422 (TTY: 800-735-2258) www.LodgeAtMarlton.com Equal Housing Opportunity

Sunrise of Silver Spring Summer OPEN HOUSE

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 11:50:41 -0400

3:30p-4:30p

Sunrise of Silver Spring
11621 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20904

Contact:
Phone: 3016258655
Website: sunriseseniorliving.com
Email: silverspring.dcr2@sunriseseniorliving.com

Please join us for great food and live jazz. Tour our beautiful community, meet our team and our wonderful residents. For more information and to RSVP by Wednesday, July 15, 2009 please call 301.625.8655. We will see you soon!!!!

Augsburg Lutheran Auxiliary Country Auction

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:38:57 -0400

10:00am - 1:00pm

Augustburg Lutheran Village
6811 Campfield Road
Baltimore, MD 21207

Contact:
Phone: 410-486-4573
Website: www.augsburg.org
Email: mgoldstein@augsburg.org

Augsburg's Auxiliary invites you to the First Annual COUNTRY AUCTION to be held Saturday, August 15th from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. Proceeds benefit Augsburg Lutheran Home. To donate items, call Emma Hahn at 410-592-8512 or Loretta Hoepfner at 410-868-6009. Refreshments will be available. Admission is free. Matching funds provided by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. For more information, call 410-486-4573 or go to our website at www.augsburg.org.

NARC Senior Network Lunch

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:10:59 -0400

12:00 noon

Friendship Terrace
4201 Butterworth Place NW
Washington, DC 20016

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NARC Senior Network Lunch

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:09:08 -0400

12:00 noon

Friendship Terrace
4201 butterworth
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Alzeheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:51:42 -0400

7-8:30pm

Germantown, MD
19413 Frederick Road
Germantown, MD 20876

Contact:
Phone: 301-807-9468
Website: www.alz-nca.org
Email: corkal1@yahoo.com

Geared for Adult Children, Spouses, Family and Friends looking for others in similar situations, to learn about Alzheimer’s Disease, have a place to gather information and learn about resources available, coping skills, and a place to speak freely about how you feel, this is it. For directions, please call 301-807-9468.

Memory Loss & Dementia Support Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:43:13 -0400

11:00 AM

Sunrise At Fox Hill
8300 Burdette Road
Bethesda, MD 20817

Contact:
Phone: 301-968-1856
Website: www.sunriseatfoxhill.com
Email: foxhill.sma5@sunriseseniorliving.com

Providing direct care to a loved one with memory loss or dementia can be a rewarding, exhaustingand frustrating experience. Sunrise Senior Living understands and has been assisting families with memory loss and dementia care since 1981. This gathering is designed to provide emotional support and practical information for family members and caregivers of those with memory loss and dementia. Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences, give and recieve mutual support, and exchangecoping skills with one another. In addition, they will be able to learn from a trained expert about enhancing their communitcation skills. Free Respite care is available for your loved one durnig the support group. RSVP: 301-986-1856

Memory Loss & Dementia Support Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:42:31 -0400

Memory Loss & Dementia Support Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:41:33 -0400

Memory Loss & Dementia Support Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:40:31 -0400

Memory Loss & Dementia Support Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:24:16 -0400

Memory Loss & Dementia Support Group

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:21:57 -0400

Support Group for caregivers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:17:33 -0400

7:00pm

Sunrise At Fox Hill
8300 Burdette Road
Bethesda, MD 20817

Contact:
Phone: 301-968-1856
Website: www.sunriseatfoxhill.com
Email: foxhill.sma5@sunriseseniorliving.com

This gathering is designed to provide emotional support, encouragement and inspiration for family members and caregivers of those with memory loss. Participants will learn how to navigate through tricky emotions and complex situations to decide what is best for themselves and their loved ones. The sessions will be facilitated by SelfWish - a group specializing in training, life coaching and support for caregivers. Contact us today and receive a free copy of our caregiver toolkit.

Support Group for caregivers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:16:09 -0400

Support Group for caregivers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:14:49 -0400

Support Group for caregivers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:13:57 -0400

Support Group for caregivers

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:10:50 -0400

7:00pm

Sunrise At Fox Hill
8
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Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:10:15 -0400

Alzheimer's Association

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:50:16 -0400

6:00pm

Manassas Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
8575 Rixlew Lane
Manassas, VA 20109

Contact:
Phone: 703-257-9770
Website:
Email:

Manassas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center will host the Alzheimer's Association for a presentation on Caregivers' Stress. Everyone is invited. Please call us at 703-257-9770 to R.S.V.P. Hope to see you there!!

How To Deal With Difficult Clients/Families!

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:52:50 -0400

12 noon

Teleconference: Eat & Learn!
Call in
, MD

Contact:
Phone: 218-339-4600
Website: www.davidwingate.com
Email: terri@davidwingate.com

Dial in at #218-339-4600 Access Code 415568# Great for Caregivers and Healthcare professionals! Get some good tips on dealing with difficult clients and if you have tips to give we will gladly listen!!!!!

Summer Networking &Steve Gurney Presentation

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:16:24 -0400

8:30 am - 10:00am

Sunrise Assisted Living
990 Waterford Drive
Frederick, MD 21702

Contact:
Phone: 301-663-9230
Website: www.davidwingate.com
Email: terri@davidwingate.com

Summer Networking and presentation by Steve Gurney: his experience as an assisted living resident! Hosted by The Law Office of David Wingate/Senior Lifecare Planning and Sunrise of Frederick! Light breakfast served! Bring info on you business to give to others!

Support Group Brunch and Presentation

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:35:44 -0400

10:30 a.m.-11:30a.m.

Genesis Catonsville Commons
16 Fustings Ave.
Catonsville , MD 21228

Contact:
Phone: 410-747-1800
Website:
Email:

Join us for brunch and a presentation! Presentation: Strong Alliances for Healthy Outcomes! Presenter: Larry Dix Presentation: Evercare Special Needs In-patient Plan: An Option for Families! Presenter: Lisa Kantz Please R.S.V.P for this event: Larry Dix Dementia Program Director 410-747-1800 ext 107 Support group meetings are held the 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:30am-11:30am.

Brunch and Information!

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:02:49 -0400

10:30am-11:30am

Genesis Catonsville Commons
16 Fustings Ave.
Catonsville, MD 21228

Contact:
Phone: 410-747-1800
Website:
Email:

Join us for brunch and a lecture on Saturday July 18, 2009 @ 10:30am. The topics will be Strong Alliances for Healthy Outcomes presented by Larry Dix and Evercare Special Needs In-Patient Plan: An Option for Families presented by Lisa Kantz. Please join us as we seek to empower families with information and resources to help those diagnosed with Alzheimer's and other dementia related illness. R.S.V.P for this event: Larry Dix Dementia Director 410-747-1800 ext 107 Larry.Dix@Genesishcc.com

NARC Senior Network Lunch

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:13:13 -0400

12:00 noon

Potomac Valley Nursing Center
1235 Potomac Valley Road
Rockville, MD 20850

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Case Management 2009 Featuring Shady Grove Hospital Case Management Dept

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 08:02:43 -0400

11:30 to 1;00 pm

Montgomery Village Health Care Center
19301 Watkins Mill Road
Montgomery Village, MD 20886

Contact:
Phone: (301) 527-2501
Website:
Email: rsvp@proaging.com

Case Management 2009 Gain Expert Knowledge to Help Your Families ____________________________________________ Thursday July 23rd 2009 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Montgomery Village Health Care Center 19301 Watkins Mill Road Montgomery Village, Maryland 20886 Jennifer Bunting (301) 527-2501 Understanding Hospital Case Management Presented by: Jo Cimino MS,BSN,RN,ACM Director of Case Management Shady Grove Adventist Hospital _____________________________________________________ Solutions for Communicating with Families Presented by: David Wingate, Elder Care Attorney Senior Life Care Planning. Moderated by Steve Gurney, Publisher of Guide to Retirement Living ________________________________________________________________ Agenda: 11:30 am – 12:00 pm Networking 12:00 pm -1:00 pm Program and Lunch ________________________________________________ RSVP rsvp@proaging.com Seating is limited _______________________________________________________________ This professional education forum is brought to you by: Home Therapy Services With Support from:Guide to Retirement Living

Aging Parent and Adult Children: A Two Way Conversation

Thu, 28 May 2009 12:10:34 -0400

1:00pm to 2:30pm or 6:00pm to 7:30

The Plum Center for Lifelong Learning
6815 Edsall Road
Springfield, VA 22151

Contact:
Phone: 703-658-1244
Website: www.fcps.edu/aceclasses
Email: fairfax@comfortkeepers.com

Aging Parents and Adult Children: A Two Way Conversation Adult Continuing Education Class at the Plum Center for Lifelong Learning Some families find this to be a difficult topic. This class will provide tips for each generation to bridge the "communication gap". Most prefer to remain at home as they grow older and need tools that can help them attain this goal. Learn how to organize a family meeting, manage family dynamics and recruit the right people to assist and protect your assets before a crisis occurs. REGISTER NOW! www.fcps.edu/aceclasses or 703-658-1201 Cost: $35.00 Location: The Plum Center 6815 Edsall Road, Springfield, VA 22151 Course Number: HM01945 Section 0020 July 16 at 1 PM Section 0021 July 16 at 6 PM For more information please call 703-658-1244

Fall Prevention Seminar

Sat, 02 May 2009 10:14:35 -0400

2:00PM-3:30PM

Sommerset Retirement Community
22355 Providence Village Drive
Sterling, VA 20164

Contact:
Phone: 703-450-6411
Website:
Email: info@schafferconstruction.com

The Northern Virginia Fall Prevention Coalition is presenting a Fall Prevention Seminar. Local experts will present the 4 key components of a comprehensive fall prevention program developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Falls are NOT an inevitable part of aging. Falls are preventable. Get answers to important questions regarding aging gracefully at home. Everyone Welcome. Refreshments served.

Do Unto Others: Enhancing Services in Eldercare Settings

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:51:18 -0400

8:00am - 4:00pm

The Conference Center at Sheppard Pratt
6501 N. Charles Street
Baltimore , MD 21285

Contact:
Phone: 410-887-4200
Website: www.baltimorecountymd.gov
Email: ombudsman@baltimorecountymd.gov

7th Annual Advocacy Conference sponsored by the Baltimore County Consortium for Professional Education in the Field of Aging. CEU's pending for Social Workers, Nurses, and Nursing Home Administrators. For more information call 410-887-4200.

Planning for the Future: Wills and Advanced Directives

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:18:46 -0400

5:30pm

Renaissance Gardens at Riderwood
3160 Gracefield Road
Silver Spring, MD 20904

Contact:
Phone: 301-572-8420
Website:
Email: Isabel.To@erickson.com

We are delighted to have Dr. Gary Fink, D.Min. from Montgomery Hospice Share with us about planning for the future. - What do we need to know about making wills and advance directives? - Who can we turn to for assistance? How do we discuss difficult issues with loved ones? - What choices do we have? How do we know that our wishes be followed?

NARC Senior Network Lunch

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:04:48 -0400

12:00 noon

South River Health & Rehabilitation
144 Washington Road
Edgewater, MD 21037

Contact:
Phone: 703-566-5646
Website: www.seniorlinks.net
Email: inquiry-narc@usa.net

Yes there is free lunch ... and it comes with great networking! Get to know the movers and shakers in the Chesapeake region (Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Kent, Queen Anne's, St. Mary's and Talbot counties) senior services, visit a fine facility - AND BUILD YOUR REFERRAL BUSINESS. Everyone is welcome. Lunch is free. Reservations are not required. Visit seniorlinks.net or call 703-566-JOIN for directions, details or to be added to our meeting reminder list. SENIOR NETWORK IS A SERVICE OF TNE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF RETIREMENT COUNSELORS - THE TRADE ASSOCIATION FOR SENIOR SERVING PROFESSIONALS. Join today for great networking to build your business and education to build your competence. Get certified as a Retirement Counselor to assure the public that you are a trained professional committed to providing them with the advice and services they need.

Suriving the Holidays (Alzheimer's)

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:09:09 -0500

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Alzheimer's Family Day Center
2812 Old Lee Highway, Suite 210
Fairfax, VA 22031

Contact:
Phone: 703-204-46664
Website: www.alzheimersfdc.org
Email: afdc@alzheimersfdc.org

Holidays can be adapted to fit into the routine and needs of the whole family. FREE. Please RSVP. Limited respite available--please call to make arrangements.

Anger Management for Caregivers

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:07:25 -0500

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Alzheimer's Family Day Center
2812 Old Lee Highway, Suite 210
Fairfax, VA 22031

Contact:
Phone: 703-204-4664
Website: www.alzheimersfdc.org
Email: afdc@alzheimersfdc.org

Strategies will be discussed to help caregivers cope with the mulititude of emotions that accompany caregiving. Guest Speaker TBA. FREE. Please RSVP. Limited respite available--please call to make arrangements.

Activities for those with Memory Impairmment

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:05:37 -0500

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Alzheimer's Family Day Center
2812 Old Lee Highway, SUite 210
Fairfax, VA 22031

Contact:
Phone: 703-204-4664
Website: www.alzheimersfdc.org
Email: afdc@alzheimersfdc.org

Caregivers will discover innovative ways to their loved ones meaningfully engaged throughout the day. FREE. Please RSVP. Limited respite available--please call to make arrangements.

Understanding Hospice

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:03:43 -0500

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Alzheimer's Family Day Center
2812 Old Lee Highway, Suite 210
Fairfax, VA 22031

Contact:
Phone: 703-204-4664
Website: www.alzheimersfdc.org
Email: afdc@alzheimersfdc.org

Hospice can offer enhanced caregiving to your loved one. Learn about the many services provided by hospice. Guest Speaker: Odyssey Health Care. FREE. Please RSVP. Limited respite available--please call to make arrangements.

Alzheimer's Support Group

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:02:09 -0500

2pm-3pm

Arden Courts Silver Spring
2505 Musgrove Road
Silver Spring, MD 20904

Contact:
Phone: 301-847-3051
Website: www.hcr-manorcare.com
Email: silverspring@arden-courts.com

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia can be very challenging and can often leave you feeling overwhelmed. Arden Courts of Silver Spring wants you to know that we understand. Our support group is designed to address difficult subject that Alzheimer's caregivers face and help you meet other family members and caregivers who are in the same situation. Many times our support group members discover valuable caregiving tips from other caregivers who have ecnountered same challenges. Make plans to join us for our Arden Courts Alzheimer's support group which will be facilitated by Cathy Lonas, a registered nurse and geriatric care manager in private practice.

Alzheimer's Support Group

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:01:15 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:00:14 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 11:59:09 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Sun, 08 Feb 2009 11:57:47 -0500

Inova Blood Drive

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:54:19 -0500

2:30-7:30 p.m.

Brooke Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on the campus of Brooke Grove Retirement Village
18131 Slade School Road
Sandy Spring, MD 20860

Contact:
Phone: 301-570-7081
Website: www.bgf.org
Email: volunteers@bgf.org

Save lives. Give blood! Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Contact Volunteer Services at 301-570-7081 or volunteers@bgf.org for an appointment.

Inova Blood Drive

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:52:50 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:22:50 -0500

6pm-7pm

Arden Courts of Potomac
10718 Potomac Tennis Lane
Potomac, MD 20854

Contact:
Phone: 301-983-3620
Website: www.hcr-manorcare.com
Email: 353mktg@hcr-manorcare.com

Please join us for our Arden Courts Alzheimer's caregiving support group facilitated by Mary Ann Buckley, LICSW. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia can be very challenging and can often leave you feeling overwhelmed. Arden Courts of Potomac wants you to know that we understand. Light refreshments will be provided.

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:21:56 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:12:03 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:10:46 -0500

Alzheimer's Support Group

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:09:33 -0500

NARC Senior Network lunch