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Four Family Forums Slated: Fall 1997
Four Alzheimer�s Information Forums are slated to be held from October into December, 1997. The forums are free of charge and open to the public. Free parking is available at each site. Call the Chapter (703/359-4440) to RSVP, for more information, and for specific directions to the forum sites.
October 30: Families: Face to Face with Grief and Loss
November 6: Families: Face to Face with Grief and Loss
November 18: What's So Special About Special Care Units?
December 2: Double Jeopardy of Dementia and Depression
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Families: Face to Face with Grief and Loss |
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With Alzheimer�s disease, the grief process often begins years before death and continues a little piece at a time. Presenters will explore "anticipatory" grief experienced by family members as well as the diagnosed person�s grief -- over loss of self, loss of skills, loss of independence, loss of dreams. Ways to cope more effectively will be explored.
Presenters: Ginger Sullivan Schneider, MA
The Renascence Institute
Falls Church, Virginia
Cathy Garber
Hospice of Northern Virginia
Fairfax, Virginia
When: Thursday, October 30, 1997
1:00-2:30 pm
Where: Little River United Church of Christ
8410 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, Virginia
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| Families: Face to Face with Grief and Loss |
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With Alzheimer�s disease, the grief process often begins years before death and continues a little piece at a time. Presenters will explore "anticipatory" grief experienced by family members as well as the diagnosed person�s grief -- over loss of self, loss of skills, loss of independence, loss of dreams. Ways to cope more effectively will be explored.
Presenters: Ginger Sullivan Schneider, MA
The Renascence Institute
Falls Church, Virginia
Jane Halpern, LCSW
Hospice of Northern Virginia
Woodbridge, Virginia
When: Thursday, November 6, 1997
7:00-8:30 pm
Where: Prince William Senior Day Program
Manassas Presbyterian Church
8201 Ashton Avenue
Manassas, Virginia
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| What�s So Special About Special Care Units? |
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Exploration of the philosophy and common characteristics of
specialized Alzheimer�s/dementia care units (SCUs) in residential
settings. When should families consider using SCUs? What questions
should you ask when evaluating the care provided? What�s the cost
between SCUs and other nursing home and assisted living options?
How can you be an advocate for quality care?
Presenters: Alexis McKenzie, Manager
Dementia Care Program Development
Genesis Eldercare
Lin Noyes, Director
Family Respite Center
Falls Church, Virginia
When: Tuesday, November 18, 1997
7:00-9:00 pm
Where: Alexandria Hospital
4320 Seminary Road
Alexandria, Virginia
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| Double Jeopardy of Dementia and Depression |
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A look at the similarities and differences between dementia and depression, the significance of accurate diagnosis and delineation of effective treatments and strategies for improving mood and function.
Presenter: Randolph A. Frank, Jr., M.D.
Board Certified Geriatric Psychiatrist
Columbia Dominion Hospital
Falls Church, Virginia
When: Tuesday, December 2, 1997
7:00-8:30 pm
Where: Arleigh Burke Pavilion
1739 Kirby Road
McLean, Virginia
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