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February 2007
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ElderHealth Northwest Benefit Concert February 3
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Advocacy Days Highlight Alzheimer’s, Senior Citizens
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Photo Gallery Showcases Memory Care and Wellness Services
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Nutrition & Chronic Conditions Workshop
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Dementia Partnership Offers Financial/Legal Planning Workshop
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ElderHealth Participant has Wise Words for Fellow Survivors
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KEXP Benefit Concert for ElderHealth Northwest
Saturday, February 3
6:00-9:00pm (live broadcast: Ragazza and Carrie Akre)
9:30pm-close (showcase of local acts)
High Dive, 513 N 36th St in Fremont
(206) 632-0212
To cap off ElderHealth Northwest’s partnership with KEXP 90.3 FM as its “Non-Profit of the Month,” a benefit concert will be held this Saturday, February 3 at Fremont’s High Dive. The cover charge for the entire evening is only $6, and all proceeds go to ElderHealth Northwest
In addition, a live interview with Executive Director Nora Gibson is scheduled for Thursday, February 1, about 3:00pm.
We’ll have a table at the concert with information about ElderHealth Northwest’s adult day health centers, supporting living homes, in-home services and volunteer opportunities. We hope to see you there!
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Planning for Dementia Care: Financial and Legal Resources for Caregivers
Thursday, March 15, 2007
7:00pm - 9:00pm
South Seattle Adult Day Health Center, 4712 35th Ave S
Info/RSVP by March 12: (206) 224-3757
Putting financial and legal plans in place is important for everyone, but for someone with Alzheimer's disease or dementia these plans are especially vital. Once a person is diagnosed with dementia, family and friends should help with the planning process. The sooner planning can begin, the more the person with dementia may be able to participate.
This workshop provides family caregivers information on how to get started and where to turn for help.
Attendees will learn about:
– legal documents all caregivers should know about
– how to discuss a loved one's wishes
– costs of care
– ideas on how to cover costs
– where to turn for help
Presenters are Rajiv Nagaich (Johnson & Nagaich, P.S., Elder Law and Estate Planning) and Joanne McMahon, MSW (Alzheimer's Association). A panel of local experts will take questions from audience members.
This workshop is presented by the King County Dementia Partnership Project, whose members include Senior Services, ElderHealth Northwest, Alzheimer's Association, Evergreen Healthcare's Geriatric Regional Assessment Team, Kin On Community Healthcare, and Seattle/King County Aging and Disability Services.
Refreshments will be served, and the event is free and open to the community. Respite care is available. For more information, call (206) 224-3757.
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Recommended Daily Allowance: Nutrition & Chronic Conditions
Wednesday, February 14, 2007, 1:00 – 4:00pm
SAFECO Jackson Street Center
306 23rd Avenue S, Seattle
Pre-registration required
A healthy diet is essential for optimal functioning and is key to managing chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease and Parkinson’s disease. Workshop attendees will learn what good eating means for people with chronic conditions, including how to incorporate new, healthful foods.
This workshop is presented by Marilyn Ward, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator with Evergreen Hospital Medical Center and her business, Nutritionally Speaking.
This educational offering from the Washington Adult Day Services Association is approved by the Professional Guardian Board for “person” credits. It also meets many facility and professional licensing and certification board requirements.
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by Tiffany Hess, Seattle University communications major
from Brain Injury Association of Washington newsletter, Winter 2007
“It’s not what you are called, it’s what you answer to!” Bobby exclaims in a serious tone, humor dancing from his eyes. This little motto was just one of many Bobby shared with me during our conversation.
Bobby Wooten, known to some as “Coach Wooten,” graduated from college with degrees in history and ethnic studies. From there, he worked at the American Red Cross, the YWCA and the Seattle Urban League. After getting married and having a precious daughter, Bobby formed his own theater troupe called The Paul Robeson School of Performing Arts, where he used his creative talent and energies to produce three or four shows a season. However, Bobby’s life as husband, father and producer was suddenly jeopardized in 2002 when he was struck by a life-threatening stroke. . . . [Follow link below for rest of story.]
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"Inside ElderHealth" is an occasional e-newsletter of ElderHealth Northwest, a non-profit organization providing innovative eldercare options since 1976.
Adult Day Health Centers * Supported Living Homes * Geriatric Care Management
In-Home Services * ElderFriends Volunteers
Copyright © 2007 ElderHealth Northwest
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