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Emerald Crest Augustana brings you timely senior living and memory care news, support and events. Contact us at 952-908-2215 for more information on any of the upcoming events listed here. Current events are presented through April 2012.

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February 2012

Beyond the Words - Communicating with your Loved One with Dementia.
Wednesday February 15 2012, 10-11am
Shakopee Public Library
235 Lewis Street South, Shakopee MN 55379

Experts from Emerald Crest Augustana will discuss communication with those with dementia. Open to the public.
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What Research Tells Us About Alzheimer's Disease: Identifying Risks, Taking Action!
Wednesday February 29, 2012, 10-11am
Shakopee Public Library
235 Lewis Street South, Shakopee MN 55379

Experts from Emerald Crest Augustana will discuss current research. Open to the public.
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March 2012

Consumer Protection Agains Fraud & Senior Scams and
Legal Documents - Power of Attorney & Health Care Directives

Wednesday March 7, 2012, 8:30-10:30am
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
4625 West 125 Street, Savage MN

Kris Maser of Maser Amundson Price will cover two topics as a combined presentation. Refreshments provided. Open to the public.
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Dealing with Difficult Behaviors - CEU opportunity
Tuesday March 13, 2012, 1pm-2pm
Augustana Emerald Crest of Burnsville
451 E. Travelers Trail, Burnsville, MN 55337

Please join me for a free CEU opportunity presented by the Program Director at the Grace Unit. This is part three of a six part series. Dealing with Difficult Behaviors: Identify common difficult behaviors in the older adult; Describe why difficult behaviors occur; Define the importance of good communication skills; Implement behavior management strategies. Professionals only.
Call us for more information at 952-908-2215.

 

Meeting of the Minds: Dementia Conference 2012.
Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association & Mayo Clinic

Saturday March 17, 2012, 8:30am-4:30pm
St. Paul RiverCentre
175 Kellogg Boulevard W, St. Paul MN 55102

The premier conference for persons with dementia, families, friends and professionals. The Alzheimer's Association and Mayo Clinic invite you to join us for the day of inspiration and information. Open to the public.
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Powers of Attorney - Who is in Charge & What are they in Charge of?
Tuesday March 20, 2012, Noon-1pm
MN Masonic Home North Ridge
5500 Boone Avenue North, New Hope MN 55428

Part in a series of free CEU presentations at MN Masonic Home North Ridge, given by Mary Frances Price, elder law attorney and shareholder at Maser, Amundson & Price, P.A. There will be a 1.0 hour CEU for social workers and a light lunch provided. Please RSVP to Jaime Rennich at 763-592-4001 or jaime.rennich@mnmasonic.org. Open to the public and professionals.
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April 2012

Financial Abuse, Boundary Issues, Setting Limits with Famlies
Tuesday April 17, 2012, Noon-1pm
MN Masonic Home North Ridge
5500 Boone Avenue North, New Hope MN 55428

Part in a series of free CEU presentations at MN Masonic Home North Ridge, given by Mary Frances Price, elder law attorney and shareholder at Maser, Amundson & Price, P.A. There will be a 1.0 hour CEU for social workers and a light lunch provided. Please RSVP to Jaime Rennich at 763-592-4001 or jaime.rennich@mnmasonic.org. Open to professionals.
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Dementia in the Elderly, What Their Behaviors Tell Us
& The Importance of Meaningful Activity for those with Dementia

Tuesday April 17, 2012, 5pm-7pm
Augustana Open Circle Adult Day Center
34 10th Avenue South, Hopkins MN

Space is limited. Presented by Shelly Wagner, RN, BC and Senior Director from Regional Medical Center, and Jenny Jacobsen, OTR/L and Director of Cognitive Program at Augustana Emerald Crest. Complimentary dinner from 5pm-5:30. Sponsored by Emerald Crest, Augustana, and Touching Hearts at Home.
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Support Groups

Support groups are open to the public. For more information, please click on the link available, or call 952-908-2215.

Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group
Informational and emotional support for those with memory loss and their loved ones. Detailed 2012 Calendar & February 27 Flyer
Third Monday of each month, 5-6pm* (see calendar for precise dates)
Encore Adult Day Services, 609 First Street W., Waconia

General Caregiver Support Group
Caring for another adult can be a rewarding and joyous experience; it can also hold a tremendous number of challenges and feelings. Details
Third Thursday of each month, 1:30-3:30pm
Prairie Adult Care, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie

Early Stage Memory Loss
A supportive and informative group specifically for early stage memory loss. Details
First Thursday of each month, 1:30-3:30pm
Prairie Adult Care, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie

Parkinson's Support
For information and emotional support for any person or family member with Parkinson's type symptoms. Details
Second Wednesday of each month, 1:30-3:30pm
Prairie Adult Care, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie

 

 

 

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