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Greetings!
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APRIL MEMBERSHIP MEETING |
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Minneapolis Senior Worker's Association
Thursday, April 23, 2009
2:30 pm Registration/Networking
2:45 pm Business Meeting
3:00 pm Presentation/Questions
4:00 pm Adjourn
TOPIC:
EARLY Detection and Diagnosis of Dementia:
A Neuropsychological Perspective
Terry R. Barclay, Ph.D. completed his doctoral training in clinical psychology at Michigan State University with specialization in aging and neuropsychology. Dr. Barclay is currently in independent practice in Edina where he performs neuropsychological evaluations, psychotherapy, and family interventions for individuals with dementia and their care partners. He is also a clinical neuropsychologist with HealthEast Care System and St. Joseph's Hospital and consultant for the geriatric research division of Los Angeles-based Vital Research, LLC.
Program Overview and Objectives:
- Describe the signs and symptoms of early dementia and the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral changes that take place with disease progression.
- Discuss strategies for early detection and diagnosis.
- Explain the role of a neuropsychologist and what cognitive testing can offer.
- Illustrate the use of new cognitive screening measures.
*Call the MASWA Program Co-Chairs, Kay Johnson, North Memorial Home Health and Hospice 763-520-4280 or Virginia, LivHOME 612-719-7835 with questions related to this program.
LOCATION:
Ridgepointe
12600 Marion Lane West
Minnetonka, MN 55305
Contact: May Chaplin or Jeff Evenson - 952-540-6200
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| PRESIDENT'S MONTHLY NOTE |
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Hello fellow MASWA members!
It is April and it is RAINING. I am so happy to not be looking at snow. Not that I don't like winter, but...
We have had a busy last couple of months. The Public Policy Committee sent out a public service announcement (PSA) to all media stations and all of the churches in Minneapolis and St. Paul regarding the free and low cost prescription programs available for people to use. It included the websites where they could find more information about the programs, including information about Target, Walmart, and K-Mart's programs. 184 PSAs went out and I am sure we will be using this medium in the future. It is a great way to get information out to a lot of people.
The Spring Conference is all put together and scheduled for May 28, 2009 at The Reserve. There still may be an opportunity for sponsors. Please contact the committee members if you are interested. The committee consists of Marti Briest (Parkshore Campus), Susan Green (Visiting Angels in St. Louis Park) and Diane Mauer (Care Options). We will also have our annual meeting that day, at which time we will be saying good-bye to the old Board of Directors and voting on and welcoming the new Board of Directors. I would love to see all of you there on the 28th. It is always a great program, yummy lunch, and fantastic networking.
The Board has also been working on community outreach. Georgia Lane, our Historian, has volunteered to be our Community Liaison and will be looking for MASWA members to join her committee. You will be reaching out to colleges in the area and telling the MASWA story, encouraging young college students to choose careers that will positively impact seniors. I think this committee could have a huge impact on our community. Please consider volunteering some of your time to help Georgia pursue this endeavor.
HAPPY SPRING!
Linda Debner
President |
| FEATURED BOARD MEMBER OF THE MONTH |
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Loretta Stinson - President-Elect
I began my journey on the MASWA Board as a Member-at-large, assisting in the coordination of the Spring Luncheon. I then ventured on to the Fall Aging Conference Co-Chair position for 2 years. Onward to President-Elect for 2 years and looking forward to the President position in the upcoming year, although taking over from Linda Debner's capable hands will not be easy (I will keep her number on speed dial!). Membership on the MASWA board has been invaluable to me as I have the ability to meet, work with and learn from some of the best and brightest the senior industry in Minnesota has to offer.
My husband, Tom and I own N-Hance Revolutionary Wood Renewal. It is a process of renewing and refinishing wood that involves No Dust, No Mess and No Odor. As a result, it is a great process for updating and reviving the wood in senior's homes as well as senior residences.
I am the mother of 2 active sons and keep busy playing taxi to their various activities and events. I am also active in my church on the Pastoral Council and the Development Team. Personally, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family at the cabin. |
| MASWA BOARD MEMBER OPPORTUNITY |
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MASWA has a President Elect Board position open and we are seeking a member to fill this vital role. If you have been a member of MASWA for at least one year or even a former board member that would like to serve again, please contact Joann Sanford, Nominating Committee Chair for more information at 763-557-1126 or joann@homecare-assist.com
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| CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS |
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Thank You Letters
Back in December, the MASWA board voted to make contributions to two charitable organizations - Gifts for Seniors and the Senior's Food Shelf. Click here to view the thank you notes we received in January.
We are very pleased to be able to support these groups who care for lonely and disadvantaged seniors right here in the Twin Cities.
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| ANNUAL EVENTS |
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Mark your calendars for these fabulous annual events:
Spring Luncheon
Thursday, May 28th
The Reserve in Plymouth
12:15 - 4:00 p.m.
Fall Aging Conference
Thursday, October 29
Earle Brown Heritage Center
Brooklyn Center
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| MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL FOR 2009 |
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Have you renewed your 2009 MASWA membership yet?
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| THANK YOU! |
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Monthly meeting guests
MASWA would like to thank member Cher Franta with Home Instead for bringing a guest to our March meeting. It is our members who make MASWA such a vital resource for all professionals working in the field of aging. Again, thank you Cher for encouraging others who work with seniors to join our association. | |
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