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COPE program helps caregivers
The COPE program -- Care of Persons with Dementia in their Environment -- seems to help caregivers, which reported an improved well-being, and dementia patients, whose functionality increased. HealthDay News reported on the study, which appeared in the Sept. 1 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association.
The COPE program included up to 12 home or telephone contacts over four months by health professionals who assessed patient capabilities and deficits, obtained blood and urine samples, and trained families in home safety, task simplification and stress reduction.
Caregivers in the control group received three telephone calls and educational materials during the study period.
Jane Stevens
August 29, 2010 at 3:22 p.m.
Upcoming events of interest
The following events may be of interest to Wise members:
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Gerontology Faculty Colloquium Series: “The New War on Social Security” on September 2, 2010. David Ekerdt, KU Gerontology Center and Department of Sociology. 4 p.m., 2001 Malott Hall (enter at the doors that face Wescoe Hall). The series explores new research and policy topics in aging for the KU community of faculty and students. The public is most welcome.
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Legislative Forum on Oct. 6th at 2pm at the Lawrence Public Library. Co-sponsored by Douglas County Coalition on Aging, Older Women's League, and the Voter Education Coalition.
Brandon Woods at Alvamar and Douglas County Visiting Nurses, Rehabilitation and Hospice Are Working Together to Better Serve Senior Adults in Douglas County
Brandon Woods at Alvamar, a Five Star Senior Living Community and Douglas County Visiting Nurses, Rehabilitation and Hospice, two strong community organizations announce the opening of a Douglas County Visiting Nurses satellite office on the Brandon Woods at Alvamar campus.
With the presence of Douglas County VNA on the Brandon Woods campus, Brandon Woods' clients and their families will experience a seamless transition of important services such as Medicare Certified Home Health Services and other private duty services. In addition, Douglas County VNA anticipates the office expansion will enable them to more efficiently serve the citizens in northern and western Douglas County.
"This relationship reinforces the important goal that both organizations fully embrace, and that is to assist senior adults in remaining their most independent in their homes while receiving needed health services," stated Jeff Merritt, Brandon Woods CEO.
Judith Bellome, CEO of Douglas County VNA adds, "I am excited because collaborations such as this are important in our community to ensure comprehensive services are available to senior adults."
Brandon Woods at Alvamar will continue to offer residents a choice of home health, hospice and other related service providers. Brandon Woods employs over 250 Associates and serves over 400 senior adults daily. Douglas County Visiting Nurses made 15,594 visits to citizens in Douglas and surrounding counties in 2009.
For more information about Brandon Woods at Alvamar, please contact:
Donna M. Bell
Public Relations Director Brandon Woods at Alvamar
1501 Inverness Drive, Lawrence, KS 66047
(785)838-8000-office
www.brandonwoods.com
Sarah Randolph,
Marketing and Development Manager
Douglas County Visiting Nurses,
Rehabilitation and Hospice Care
200 Maine Street, Lawrence, KS 66044
(785)843-3738-office
http://www.vna-ks.org
Lori McSorley
in Douglas County Visiting Nurses, Rehabilitation, and Hospice Care: News
August 30, 2010 at 12:04 p.m. ( permalink )
Memory Expo 2010, October 1&2
Midland Care is excited to bring to to the heartland the 2010 Memory Expo, Mid- America's Ultimate Shop & Crop! This fundraiser will benefit the programs of Midland Care in NE Kansas. This two day event will provide scrapbookers, card makers, and paper crafters of all levels the opportunity to shop, crop and learn new techniques. There are 4 cropping packages and 3 shopping packages available to choose from.
Just today I overheard this event labeled as THE best event of its kind EVER! So dont miss out! For online registration & more details visit : www.midlandcareconnection.org or call 785-430-2330 Hope to see you there!
Kristin Jones
Brown Bag NoonTime Talks to discuss Tooth Care Through the Years
Attention all seniors, bring your lunch and participate in a noontime discussion! The Brown Bag NoonTime Talks will present Dr. Chris Leiszler, DDS at the Lawrence Public Library on July 9. He will discuss Tooth Care Through the Years, addressing how dental health and hygiene affect one’s total well being. You are welcome to bring your lunch and drinks and desserts will be provided. No registration is necessary, so come to the library to learn how important dental care is for your overall health! This program is presented by the Senior Outreach Services of the Lawrence Public Library and Midland Care. For more information, call Pattie at the Library, 843-3833 extension 115.
Our very own "New Horizon Band" will be entertaining at this event! After hearing them practice each Friday afternoon here at the Senior Center, we can promise they are ready to take the stage! Such a talented group!
Public invited to tour new Alzheimer's and memory care facility in Lawrence
A worker prepares Thursday for the grand opening of the Neuvant House of Lawrence, a new Alzheimer's and memory care facility at 1216 Biltmore Drive. The facility will be open for public tours this weekend. The facility is opening six months behind schedule due to the weather. by Karrey Britt
It’s not too often that businesses welcome competition, but there seems to be at least one exception in Lawrence.
That’s housing and care for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
The city has only three facilities, which have room to care for a total of about 90 residents. The homes are consistently at or near capacity.
“There is virtually nothing,” said Kitty Shea, of the housing options. Shea, owner of Mindful Matters, works with families who are dealing with Alzheimer’s. She helps them locate financing, support groups and housing.
Shea is glad that Neuvant House of Lawrence is opening next week.
“I say, ‘Bring it. We need it,’ because Douglas County does not have the resources for the numbers that are coming for Alzheimer’s,” she said.
Karrey BrittBuzzed for Breast Cancer
The 1in8 Foundation is presenting a fundraiser at Watson Park tomorrow from 11 am-5 pm. For a minimum $10 donation Images Salon will shave your head to show those affected by cancer that they are not alone. They will also be offering pink hair extensions for those who cannot shave their head.
Pre-register at Kdunn.1in8foundation@yahoo.com. They are trying to reach a goal of raising $10,000 so go out this Saturday and show your support!
Ursula Rothrock
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in K-State Research & Extension - Douglas County: Commons
May 17, 2010 at 5:05 a.m. ( permalink )
It's a good time to shop, compare Medigap plans
Changes in Medicare Supplement Plans will be coming June 1.
These are plans sold by private insurance companies to cover health care costs that are NOT benefits of Medicare. These commonly are called Medigap plans, and a majority of seniors have them.
“These changes will provide lower out-of-pocket expenses to consumers and give some additional benefits in ongoing plans,” said Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger.
