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Bhutanese Senior Adult Day Program ~ Part I

MargaretI — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:58:56 +0000

Bhutanese Senior Adult Day Program ~ Part I

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities of SouthWestern Ohio, and Sheryl Rajbhandari, Volunteer Program Director

In collaboration with Mercy Franciscan Terrace Nursing Home, Catholic Charities of SouthWestern Ohio, and numerous volunteers, a weekly program has been organized by Sheryl Rajbhandari to provide meaningful activities for the senior members from the Bhutanese refugee community from Burundi. Activities for the Bhutanese seniors include music, dance, games, crafts, gardening, ESL classes and social interaction with the residents of Mercy Franciscan Terrace makes the day an enjoyable learning experience for all. Tune-in to learn more about this wonderful program, which has truly enhanced the lives of our newest U.S. residents.

The book, “The Long Journey Home” authored by Sheryl Rajbhandari contains stories narrated by resettled Bhutanese. Hard-copies of the book are available for sale at Blurb.com which has been priced US $ 19.95.

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Caregiver Assistance Network ~ New Support Groups and Educational Talks for Family Caregivers in 2012

MargaretI — Tue, 08 May 2012 18:00:29 +0000

NEW SUPPORT GROUPS

Chestwood Village (Adult children of older adult group)
8073 Tylersville Road
West Chester, Ohio 45069
4th Thursday of each month (meets in the chapel)
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Open to the Public

Chestwood Village (Club House)
8073 Tylersville Road
West Chester, Ohio 45069
4th Friday of each month
3:00 – 4:40 p.m.
Open to the Public

Anderson Hills United Methodist Church
7515 Forest Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45255
3rd Sunday of each month
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. (parlor)
Open to the Public

Sycamore Senior Center (Conference Room)
4455 Carver Woods Road, Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
2nd Wednesday of each month
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Open to the Public

Bayley Place
401 Farrell Court, Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Every Friday
9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Open to the Public

Attention Family Caregivers in Bulter County Ohio…..Coming Soon
A Family Support Group at the Waterford of Fairfield
1460 Corydale Drive
Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Date to be announced

Upcoming Family Caregiver Educational Talks

Tools for Caregivers Series
St. Michael’s Church
11144 Spinner Street
Sharonville, OH 45241
Wednesday, May 9, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (cafteria) ~ “Where Can I Turn for Help?”

“Partnerships in Motion: A Renaissance in Aging”
(A two night workshop for caregivers and care receivers)

Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish 7820 Beechmont Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45255 Tuesdays, June 5th and June 12th ~ 5:30pm – 8:30 pm Advance Registration Only ~ $15.00 per person registration fee. CE Units available
To register and for more information call (513) 929-4483 Light supper served.

Madisonville Recreation Center Presents: Caregiver Information Series 5320 Stewart Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45227

“Legal and Financial Planning for Long Term Care” Presented by: Rebecca Goodman, J.D. Wednesday, May 30, 2012 from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

“Tools for Caregivers” Presented by: Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator of the Caregiver Assistance Network Monday, June 11, 2012 from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

If you would like more information on our free Educational Talks for family caregivers, please call 513.929.4483 for a listing.

If you live in the Greater Cincinnati Area, the Caregiver Assistance Network would like to provide free talks of interest to family caregivers. Please call the CAREline at (513) 929 – 4483 for details. Talks can be given to church groups, at senior centers, assisted living/nursing care facilities, hospitals or to employee groups.

If the many challenges of family caregiving are becoming insurmountable, why not try visiting one of our 25 family caregiver support/resources groups throughout the Greater Cincinnati area. Please call the Caregiver CAREline at
(513) 929 – 4483 for support group details. You can find a support group by clicking on the Support Group tab above.

Remember. You need to care for yourself in order for you to care for others.

Please visit our sponsors for your caregiving needs.

Teepa Snow Discusses the Affects of Dementia

MargaretI — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:30:14 +0000

Teepa Snow Discusses the Affects of Dementia Part II

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio, and Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA

This past March, Teepa Snow was the guest lecturer at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. Liz and I were honored to spend some time with Teepa to record these podcasts we share with you today. In today’s podcast, Liz and Teepa discuss the affects that dementia/Alzheimer’s disease has on an individual. Teepa suggests methods that a can assist a caregiver in the care of someone with dementia/Alzheimer’s disease. Visit her website at teepasnow.com for more information.

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Oh, No! Did You Miss Teepa Snow At Xavier University?

MargaretI — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:29:17 +0000

Oh, No! Did You Miss Teepa Snow At Xavier University? Part I

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio, and Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA

This past March, Teepa Snow was the guest lecturer at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. In today’s podcast, Liz and Teepa discuss the differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Teepa is an occupational therapist currently working as a dementia care and dementia education specialist. If you are a caregiver for someone with a definitive diagnosis of dementia, tune-in to learn more about this syndrome and what to expect as this disease progresses.

Visit her website at teepasnow.com for more information.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network It may take a few minutes to upload/buffer the podcast. Thank you for your patience!

The Goldstein Family – Hospice of Cincinnati – Fernside Grief Center ~ Part II

MargaretI — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:45:13 +0000

Hospice of Cincinnati ~ How do I tell my child that there has been a loss? Part II

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio, and Sandra L. Lobert, President & CEO of Hopice of Cincinnati

Grieving children, teens and adults deserve the opportunity to begin the healing process in a safe, warm, and nurturing environment. The Goldstein Family – Hospice of Cincinnati – Fernside Grief Center offers this environment to those who are grieving. Tune into our podcast today to hear Liz and Sandra discuss how this center provides a comprehensive resource for people of all ages to deal with their grief, share their feelings of loss and learn to find joy in their lives again.

Log onto or visit their website at HospiceofCincinnati.org – Fernside.org or call 513.891.7700 or 513.246.9140 for more information.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network It may take a few minutes to upload/buffer the podcast. Thank you for your patience!

Hospice of Cincinnati ~ What is your idea of death? Part I

MargaretI — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:29:25 +0000

Hospice of Cincinnati ~ What is your idea of death? Part I

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio, and Sandra L. Lobert, President & CEO of Hopice of Cincinnati

Are you a family caregiver who is caring for someone who is approaching the end of their life or are you preparing yourself for your future care? What is your idea of death? Have you given thought to the type of care you may want or may need for your loved one? Hospice of Cincinnati understands and can provide comfort care to those who have a terminal illness. Tune into today to hear Liz and Sandra discuss more about the type of care that Hospice of Cincinnati does provide. Their patient-centered care is tailored to fit the needs of your loved one and your family.
Log onto or visit their website at HospiceofCincinnati.org or call 513.792.6900 for more information.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network It may take a few minutes to upload/buffer the podcast. Thank you for your patience!

iTN America Presents “Keeping Us Safe ~ Beyond Driving with Dignity”

MargaretI — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:46:33 +0000

iTN America Presents “Keeping Us Safe ~ Beyond Driving with Dignity”

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio, Nancy Schuster, Executive Director of iTN America and Patrick Ward, Executive Director of the Deaconess Foundation

Are you a family caregiver concerned about your aging loved-ones ability to drive safely? Are you a senior in need of guidances and support in helping to make a smooth transition into driving retirement? Tune in to today’s discussion with Liz, Nancy and Pat as they discuss this new self-assessment program for seniors and their caregivers. Log onto or visit their website at www.LiveFull.org or www.keepingussafe.org or call 513.559.2856 for more information.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network
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Full Life ~ A Senior Initiative

MargaretI — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:37:44 +0000

Full Life ~ A Senior Initiative

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio, Nancy Schuster, Executive Director and Patrick Ward, Executive Director of the Deaconess Foundation

Deaconess Full Life Initiative is a comprehensive resource designed to help seniors remain independent and safe at home for as long as their quality of life permits. Today, Liz and Pat discuss the various programs Deaconess Full Life offers to seniors and their caregivers. Log onto or visit their website at www.LiveFull.org or call 513.559.2664 for more information. The Full Life website has over 15,000 articles on various topics of interest for seniors and their caregivers.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network
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iTN Greater Cincinnati ~ Dignified Transportation for Seniors

MargaretI — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:41:55 +0000

iTN Greater Cincinnati ~ Dignified Transportation for Seniors

“Driving means freedom and independence.” Tune-in today as you learn about a new local transportation service that includes “door-through-door” service to any destination within the I-275 loop in Greater Cincinnati. Liz and Nancy discuss how you can receive affordable rides in private cars for any purpose 24/7 to anywhere for those people 60 or older or for those who are visually impaired. Learn more about this service by E-mailing: info@ITNGreaterCincinnati.org or log onto www.ITNGreaterCincinnati.org or call 513.559.2200 to arrange a ride.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network
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Caregiving’s Hidden Benefits

MargaretI — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:49:00 +0000

Caregiving’s Hidden Benefits

Presented by Liz Tassone, Gerontologist and the Host of the Caring Matters E-CAREline sponsored by Catholic Charities SouthWestern Ohio

Paula Span, writer of the New York Times blog The New Old Age and author of “When the Time Comes: Families With Aging Parents Share Their Struggles and Solutions” has written an article entitled, Caregiver’s Hidden Benefits. This article discusses “caregiver burden” vs. “caregiver gain”. ”Could there be measurable benefits to your health, or to your brain in particular, from being a caregiver?” Tune-in to hear Liz Tassone discuss the rewards associated with high-intensity caregiving vs. low-intensity or even non-caregiving. You will be surprised to hear what these studies reveal.

If you would like a copy of this article, click on Contact Us and request a copy. Please indicate whether you prefer the article sent by e-mail or by regular mail. Please remember to include you home address.

Filmed and produced by Margaret Iannaci, Coordinator, Caregiver Assistance Network
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