Category Archives: Training

Hoarding Therapy Program

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Too Many Treasures® HOARDING PROGRAM When your “treasures” become too much… We can help! The Area Agency on Aging is offering a 14-week Too Many Treasures® Hoarding Therapy Group designed to affirm, educate, and gently guide individuals who self-identify with hoarding behaviors. Therapy groups introduce participants to new information and techniques that help change current behaviors and thoughts regarding excessive acquiring and clutter issues. Participants must: Be 60 years of age and older Participate in group interaction and home assignments designed to help change current thoughts and behaviors related to their “treasures” Attend at least 12 of the 14 sessions Groups are located in Central Phoenix and Glendale and scheduled to begin in September. Registration Required, Space is Limited! For more information, call: (602) 241-5577 Online registration

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Family Caregiver Day at the Capitol March 30th, 2017

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Family Caregiver Day at the Capitol March 30th, 2017 Sponsored by the Arizona Caregiver Coalition Caregivers may be partners, family members, or close friends. Most often, they’re not trained for the caregiver job. Many times, they’re the lifeline of the person with the diagnosis.  Consequently, caregivers will put their lives on hold or adjust their work schedule to care for their loved ones, oftentimes creating an economic burden. Finances are reduced due to out-of-pocket caregiving expenses.  63% of Arizona caregivers use their own money to help provide care, per AARP. Caregivers will reduce hours or quit the workforce all together.  According to AARP, 68% of Arizonians will modify their work schedule. MetLife reports that family caregivers (age 50 and older) who leave the workforce to […]

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Time Out Workshop presents MODERN AGING

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Learn about Modern Aging and earn CEUs by attending a Time Out Workshop. Date: Monday March 20, 2017 Place: Ability360 5025 E Washington Street, Phoenix, 85034 Price: $40 Registration at 7:45am; Starts at 8:15am Program ends at 4:45pm Lunch included Modern Aging   The Daily Practice of Mindfulness for a Hectic World – Maribeth Gallagher, DNP, FAAN   The New Era of Prevention Research in Alzheimer’s Disease – William J. Burke, M.D.   Getting Older, What Do I Need To Know? – Emily B. Kile, Elder Law Attorney   Abuse and Neglect – Terri Rowe and Gabe V. Kory, Medical Malpractice Attorneys   A, B, C, D’s of Medicare – Jerry Watterworth, Coordinator of Community Education   The Uncovered Population – Todd Gray, Care Coordinator for Care By Design (Services for those […]

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Caregiver Resources Arizona Memory Cafe

Memory Cafe

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Bring your care recipient and get connected with others also looking for assistance and support! Memory Café is a comfortable, safe and engaging place for people living with memory loss along with their care partners to meet with others in a like situation.  Joining us will help you remain socially active and get connected to important programs and resources in the local area. Drop in, grab a cup of coffee and talk with others. A professional knowledgeable about a variety of conditions that affect memory and thinking, such as Alzheimer’s disease, is available to answer questions, provide education and supportive ideas. Memory Café Every Monday 9:30 a.m. to noon Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Road   Dementia Friendly Tempe also presents On the second […]

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