September 18th Continuing Education Event for Health Care Workers
Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Support Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: What You Can Do
Whether or not you have a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, chances are you’re aware of the devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47 million people worldwide affected (projections estimate this number to rise to 76 million by 2030[1]), it’s hard to stay ignorant. Yet spreading awareness is more important than ever. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the only one in the top 10 that can’t be prevented, slowed, or cured[2]. BrightStar Care eagerly supports the Alzheimer’s Association in its organization of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month this June. We’ll be blogging all month on ways to learn more and get involved, so keep checking back. This week, we share ways you can show support and honor Alzheimer’s sufferers.Participate in the Longest Day
Monday, June 20 marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. In time with this, The Longest Day is a unique fundraising activity to honor those living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, for whom every day is long and hard. Not simply a run or walk, the Longest Day invites participants to spend the day doing something they love, whether that’s kayaking, biking, or dancing.[3]Go Purple
People can also foster Alzheimer’s awareness on the Longest Day by “going purple,” the color of the Alzheimer’s Association. A few ideas to get involved: wear purple, change light bulbs, or write #ENDALZ on your windows in washable purple window chalk. However you participate, make sure to share your pictures on social media and use the hashtag #ENDALZ.Become an Advocate
Anyone can sign up at the Alzheimer’s Association website to join their network of Alzheimer’s advocates. Advocates receive regular emails with ways to help influence national policy and create widespread awareness—everything from joining support groups to writing letters to congress to serving on advisory boards.[4]Take Care of Yourself
Perhaps one of the simplest, but most profound ways to honor Alzheimer’s sufferers is to live a healthy lifestyle. Though there’s no known way to definitely prevent Alzheimer’s, research shows that following a healthy diet and exercise plan, keeping social engagements, and fueling your mind with ongoing education and stimulating activities may all slow cognitive decline. [5]
[1]http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.1393898811#getTheFacts
[2]http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.1393898811#getTheFacts
[3]http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=8480&pg=informational&sid=22697
[4]http://www.alz.org/forum/experience.asp#advocateStoriesAnchor
[5]http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.1393898811#loveYourBrain
BrightStar Home Care of Appleton and Waupaca area proudly provides medical staffing, skilled nursing and non-medical in home care for seniors and children, including a passion for elder care companionship and supportive services in Outagamie, Waupaca, and portions of Winnebago, Calumet and Brown counties. We are very proud of our Joint Commission Accreditation to provide you the highest quality of care in the Appleton, Fox Cities and Waupaca areas.
GEMS, More Than Just Loss: Dementia Progression Patterns
Please join Carol Brauer for a Positive Approach to Care seminar on GEMS, a system developed by Teepa Snow.
Teepa Snow’s GEMS™ workshop provides essential information on how to classify and define the changes in a person due to the effects of dementia. Learn how to classify and define the changes in a person caused by the effects of dementia. GEMS™ improves on existing models and is not used just to classify a state or stage of dementia, but also to improve interactions and appreciation of the individual. The GEMS™ characteristics focus on ability instead of loss and are a valuable tool to assist with changing abilities that impact relationships and expectations. Learn about what it means to be living in a world with dementia and their cognitive and physical abilities.
WEEK ONE – September 14th 3pm-5pm: Sapphire and Diamond
WEEK TWO – September 21st 3pm-5pm: Emerald
WEEK THREE – September 28th 3pm-5pm: Amber
WEEK FOUR – October 5th 3pm-5pm: Ruby
WEEK FIVE – October 12th 3pm-5pm: Pearl
All individuals, whatever their state of being, in the right setting and with the right care, can shine! Join us for this five week journey on how to classify and define the changes in a person due to the effects of dementia.
Participants attending all 5 workshops will receive Certificate of Completion for 10 hours of continuing education.
DATES: September 14, 21, 28, October 5 and 12, 2017
TIME: 3:00pm-5:00pm
LOCATION: BrightStar Care of Appleton 47 Park Place, Appleton, WI 54914
PLEASE REGISTER BY CLICKING BELOW: