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If you have a family member or friend that is experiencing memory related issues or a recent diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease/dementia, this free presentation series is for you.

Wednesdays August 11th, 18th, & 25th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursdays - September 23, 30 and October 7, 2010 6:00 pm—8:00 pm

Therapist overview of Sensory Integration

Background about auditory stimulation and how it affects individuals with autism and/or other sensory- related disabilities. “Optimal environmental” techniques for caregivers, such as preferred music and a variety of sensory regulating approaches, as well as an explanation of the Berard AIT program, which has documented positive results with individuals with a range of developmental, learning and behavioral challenges.

September 7, 9:00am - 11:00am
M.C.F.I. 2020 West Wells, Milwaukee WI 53233

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Many individuals we support come to us as a collection of labels, diagnoses and/or reputations that fail to take into account significant pieces of their life story. In this informative (and at times entertaining) session, Kim and Peter will share what they have been learning regarding how life experiences influence our behavior, relationships, health and safety, and much more. Participants will leave with some new ideas for enhancing people’s quality of life.

Time: THERE IS NO PRE-REGISTRATION
Registration – 8:00 to 9:00
Training – 9:00 to Noon

Fee: $5.00 Pay at the door – cash or check
Checks payable to Brown County Human Services Dept.

Credit: Three Training Hours

Location: Student Lecture Hall
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) 2740 W. Mason, Green Bay WI

Questions: Laurie Arkens, Regional Director, Division of Quality Assurance, Northeast Region, 920-448-5338

Strange sights, odors and sounds, a change in the daily routine, medications and tests in an unfamiliar
environment as well as the disease process itself can all contribute to an increase in confusion, anxiety and
agitation in a hospitalized individual with Alzheimer's disease. This presentation will help you to meet the needs
of these patients. You will learn about Alzheimer's disease, communication tips, suggestions for working with
behaviors and environmental factors to consider in the ER and in the hospital room. A certificate of attendance
will be given at the end of the presentation.

For more information, please call Diane Baughn, Education and Training Services Manager, Alzheimer’s
Association, Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter at 414-479-8800 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through
Friday.

To register, return this form or call the Chapter office at 414-479-8800 from 8:00 a.m. –
5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or fax to 414-479-8819.

One of the greatest challenges in providing competent geriatric mental health care is understanding the relationship between co-morbid health conditions and geriatric mental health.

Join Dr. Kim Peterson, at the Pyle Center in Madison on September 15 to learn:

how timely and appropriate treatment lessens the consequences of delirium
the most current treatment guidelines for common geriatric chronic illnesses
how to lessen the impact of chronic disease on mental health
to develop best practices management plans

For more information download the brochure.

As the result of a federal grant awarded to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Center for Career Development (CCDET), the Division of Quality Assurance and the University are pleased to repeat the popular Caregiver Abuse & Neglect Prevention train-the-trainer workshops in locations statewide. These workshops are intended to give facilities regulated by DQA the necessary tools to train their own direct care staff.

Experiential DVD Training for Trainers: Receive a free copy of the award-winning DVD that depicts 6 common scenarios of abuse and neglect by caregivers. This half-day workshop trains participants to use the DVD to maximize learning for direct caregivers.
Topical Training for Trainers: This 4-hour workshop covers approximately 16 hours of ready-made training for direct caregivers on topics such as communication skills, professional boundaries, responding to challenging situations, skills for professional success, reducing stress, and more.

The target audience for these workshops includes facility trainers, supervisors and persons responsible for making training decisions. Workshops continue to be led by experienced facilitators from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh CCDET.

Both workshops will be presented on consecutive days in the following cities this fall:

Tomahawk (9/29 & 9/30)
Brookfield (10/11 & 10/12)
Manitowoc (10/13 & 10/14)
DeForest (10/26 & 10/27)
Eau Claire (11/9 & 11/10)

You may attend either or both days—material is different each day. The workshops are free but registration is limited.

Learn more about the training or sign up today at www.uwosh.edu/ccdet/caregiver

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Participants will gain a basic understanding of what Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders in adults are, the scope of the problem, how a diagnosis is made and some practical interventions to help deal with difficult behaviors.

Time: THERE IS NO PRE-REGISTRATION
Registration – 8:00 to 9:00
Training – 9:00 to Noon

Fee: $5.00 Pay at the door – cash or check
Checks payable to Brown County Human Services Dept.

Credit: Three Training Hours

Location: Student Lecture Hall
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) 2740 W. Mason, Green Bay WI

Questions: Laurie Arkens, Regional Director, Division of Quality Assurance, Northeast Region, 920-448-5338

This 15-hour program is for direct care staff (nurses, nursing assistants, social workers, supervisors, administrators, therapists, etc.). It is a two-day, highly interactive program that teaches the skills necessary for successfully interacting with people who have dementia. The training is fun, interesting and innovative. Role plays, case studies, and experiential exercises are used throughout. A certificate of completion will be provided at the end of the training.

Course topics include:

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Aging Issues
Understanding the Person
Effective Communication -Impact of the Environment
Promoting Strengths and Abilities -Adding Meaning to Daily Life
Accepting Behavior as Communication
The Importance of Teamwork and Self Care

For more information about Dementia Specialist Training, please call Diane Baughn, Education and Training Services Manager, Alzheimer’s Association, Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter at 414-479-8800 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

To register, return this form or call the Alzheimer’s Association at 414-479-8800 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or fax to 414-479-8819.

Benevolent Touch & Dual Diagnosis | Oct/Nov (tba)

M.C.F.I. 2020 West Wells, Milwaukee WI 53233

Course topics include:

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Aging Issues
Understanding the Person
Effective Communication
Impact of the Environment
Promoting Strengths and Abilities
Adding Meaning to Daily Life
Accepting Behavior as Communication
The Importance of Teamwork and Self Care

To register, return this form or call the Alzheimer’s Association at 414-479-8800 from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or fax to 414-479-8819.

Wednesday, November 17th, 2010

Keynote: Melissa Schaefer, MD, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention“Injection Safety”

http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/rl_dsl/Training/Focus10.htm

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Keynote: Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN

http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/rl_dsl/Training/Focus10.htm

Community Care programs offer autonomy and comfort

Community Care offers programs that meet the many needs of both frail, older adults and disabled adults. They manage all health, medical and social services needed to restore or preserve the individual’s independence.

Learn more about our programs.

Impact of Common Geriatric Conditions on Mental Health | September 15