"FAITH MINISTRY AND DEMENTIA:
SHARING THE SPIRIT AND
CARING FOR CONGREGATIONS"

This event can only be described as a very special experience for those who attended. There was strong interest on building on this with future training events. We wish to thank the participants for their enthusiastic involvement, the presenters for their marvelous ability to communicate such important information with such clarity and in such an engaging manner, and the sponsors for making this event possible. Look forward to future training events on the issues of caregiving and dementia that all communities of faith are encountering today.

Over 60 members of Faith Communities in King, Snohomish, and Island Counties attended this 4 hour Seminar held at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lynnwood on October 19, 2006.  Sponsored by Snohomish County, Stevens Healthcare and CareForce, this event drew comments on evaluation sheets such as:

"I had no idea that so much information was available. What a help/resource. Please notify me when next program is available - I'll bring others who will benefit from so much expertise"

"I plan to present this information with my Deacon Board, especially with those involved in visitation."

"Very valuable. I've had a great deal of experience with people who have dementia. It's really important for ministers and parishioners to have this knowledge and training."

"It was all valuable ... an outstanding morning!"

Featured Speakers:

TEEPA SNOW, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA - Occupational Therapist serving as Director of Education and Lead Trainer for Alzheimer's Association, Eastern North Carolina Chapter. Counseling Associate for Duke University's School of Nursing and Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina's School of Medicine. Ms. Snow has received local, statewide and national recognition for her expertise in geriatrics, dementia care, functional abilities, and individual care. She has published two widely used training videos and published many professional articles. Teepa has done over 200 training seminars in the past year alone.

MARTY RICHARDS, MSW - 39 years experience as a geriatric social worker, Assistant Professor of Social Work, University of Washington specializing in Geriatrics and Dementia. Ms Richards works with congregations and long term care entities on issues of spirituality and dementia; Past Chair of the Forum on Religion, Spirituality and Aging.

REV. MARY HANKE, CHAPLAIN at Stevens Memorial Hospital for 14 years (almost 40% of patients at Stevens Memorial Hospital are senior citizens); trained in medical ethics through the UW Medical School and UW School of Nursing continuing education programs. Rev. Hanke is experienced in leading forums on end of life issues; Vice President of So. Snohomish County Ministerial Association, and a certified grief counselor.

Sponsored by
Stevens Healthcare
Snohomish County Division of Aging and Long Term Care
CareForce

learning objectives:

*   Recognize the signs and symptoms of changes that are not part of normal aging and use techniques effective in interacting and creating positive relationships with people with dementia.

*   Describe the progression of dementia condition, highlighting retained skills, abilities and methods of still connecting and meeting spiritual needs.

*   Build on their own experiences to incorporate the spirituality into their sharing with those with dementia.

*   Learn three specific ways to utilize spirituality through ritual, music and worship.

*   Learn four ways to keep hope alive for caregivers of those with dementia.

*   Name three ethical issues related to the care of individuals with dementia.

*   Understand the difference between providing food and water for individuals with demential and treating individuals via medical hydration and nutrition.

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 (425) 712-1999 or (877) 426-8800 Toll Free
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You may register by sending $10 per person, with Name, address, phone number, and email address to:

Stevens Hospital
Education Services
Ministry and Dementia Training
21601  -  76th Ave W
Edmonds, WA 98023

 ANOTHER QUALITY LEARNING OPPORTUNITY IN THE
CAREFORCE AFFORDABLE COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERIES

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