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Individuals, organizations, non-profits, and state, regional, and local agencies may submit for consideration your input or information on meetings, educational sessions, or resources for caregivers (of seniors, wounded warriors, or children/adults with a disability).
Please email details and pdf documents promoting the item, with a contact name, email address, phone number to: Sue Ellen Lewis, Editor, Caregiver SOS Signals Newsletter/ eMail News Blasts; SueEllenLewis@msn.com; Voice: 210-637-5116.
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These hour-long, free phone-based sessions are designed to help enhance the quality of life for caregivers by providing needed emotional, educational and social support. The sessions can be accessed from anywhere via your phone: no need to get dressed up, find transportation, or get a sitter
Register for any TeleLearning Sessions by phone: San Antonio Area--871-7SOS (7767) or 1 (866) 390-6491 (toll-free) (Mon. -Fri., 8:30 a.m.- 4:45 p.m.); by email, or go to our website.
30-Minute Break Sessions for Working Caregivers
  WCF has added new TeleConnection sessions for those working caregivers who cannot participate in the one- hour classes. They are identified by a coffee cup icon.
These shorter 30-minute Caregiver Break TeleLearning sessions are designed to especially for the unique needs of those individuals who are caring for a family member and working outside the home.
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Sign Up NOW for February Caregiver TeleLearning Sessions
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02/11/13 (Mon), 12 p.m.
"Catching Your Breath: How To Better Cope with COPD" with Fernando Martinez, MD
 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a common chronic condition that affects millions of senior adults. Listen to Dr. Martinez discuss the latest treatments for the condition including medications. Caregivers will learn how to better support their loved ones dealing with this condition and how to spot symptoms that should be reported to the physician.
*This telelearning session is FREE and open to all. To register, click here. Flyer for printing/posting
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02/13/13 (Wed), 12 p.m.
*"Medicare and Retiree Coverage: New Rules, New Confusion" with Norma Almanza, Texas Department of Insurance
 A new year often catches people with Medicare and those who are caring for individuals covered by Medicare off guard. This year the impact is greater on retirees that have health coverage from their former employers. Learn what you need to know before you need it.
*This telelearning session is FREE and open to all. To register, click here. Flyer for printing/posting
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02/21/13 (Thur), 2 p.m.
*"It Only Hurts For a Little While: Exercising With Arthritis" with Laura Huete, MD
 Arthritis is a condition that impacts many older adults. Listen to Dr. Huete discuss the causes and treatments of arthritis, and how exercising can be beneficial in dealing with the condition. Caregivers will hear Dr. Huete discuss how and when to exercise as well as the best types of exercise for the condition.
*This telelearning session is FREE and open to all. To register, click here. Flyer for printing/posting
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02/26/13 (Tues), 2 p.m.
*"The Power of Connections: Adult Day Care" with Annette Gracy Juba, LCSW
 All too often, caregivers are so focused on their responsibilities that they and their care receiver withdraw from enjoyable activities and other people. This isolation and loneliness can lead to distress, poor quality of life, and declining health. We will discuss a little-known, but cost-effective option for cognitively or physically impaired seniors to build friendships and stay connected with others - Adult Day Care.
*This telelearning session is FREE and open to all. To register, click here. Flyer for printing/posting
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New 30-Minute Caregiver Break Sessions:
Especially for Working Caregivers
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02/21/13, (Thur), 12:15 p.m.
**"Family Caregiver Happiness: Who is #1" with Evalyn Greb, LCSW
Did you know that one of the most important tasks for a caregiver is to set limits and why? This session will discuss why limits are evidence of love and not selfishness. Other caregivers may also share their techniques on how to measure appropriate limit setting.
**Specifically targeted to caregivers who are working outside the home. This telelearning session is FREE and open to all. To register, click here. Flyer for printing/posting.
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"Love Lives On"
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A Motivational Valentine Celebration
for Widows and Widowers
Date: Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Place: Legacy Chapels, 4610 S. Jackson Rd, Edinburg, TX
Valentine's Day is a day of hearts, roses, chocolates, dinner and champagne. From department stores to grocery stores, the display  of love and relationships is everywhere. Unlike other holidays, widows and widowers are not able to celebrate Valentine's Day with their loved one. For a grieving widow and widower, it is another painful reminder of a love lost. Feelings of loneliness, jealousy or anger may intensify, which may hinder or complicate the healing process.
New pathways is a group designed to help widows and widowers develop a social net-work of friends who share a common experience. It is not a singles group. The group is designed to help individuals who are struggling with the grieving process and are search-ing for effective coping tools. Information related to grief will be provided.
We will have a guest speaker from Project Insight, Marsha Nelson, PhD, who shares her story of being a widow and steps taken to heal her broken heart. She shares tools to work through the transition.
Join us for an evening of fun and games, music and snacks.
Seating is limited. Please RSVP or for additional information contact Nina Enriquez or Jessica Ochoa at 682-0500. You may also make your reservations with Joe Sanchez with Legacy Chapels at 618-5900. Childcare will be provided. Click here for flyer for printing/posting. Click here for news article on this program. |
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Information for Caregivers in the Hidalgo County Area:
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- Click here for the February Caregiver SOS Resource Center Calendar.
- Click here for information on a new Community Stress-Busting program in Spanish that begins February 27th.
- Click here for a flyer in Spanish extending an invitation for caregivers to register for a Focus Group. We want to hear from Spanish-speaking caregivers if they are interested in the TeleConnection, possible topics and ways to reach the Hispanic community. The Focus Group is scheduled at 10 a.m., February 28th.
- Click here for a news article about the "Coffee Power for Caregivers" program schedule.
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Save the Date: McAllen/Edinburg Area
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University of Texas
Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA)
South Texas Geriatric Education Center
2013 McAllen/Edinburg Alzheimer's Educational Symposium
7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Friday, April 5, 2013 Edinburg Conference Center @ Renaissance118 Paseo del Prado, Edinburg TX
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS available for a fee. ETHICS available..Contact Maxine P. Vieyra, at 210-822-6449 or via email: mperez@alz.org for additional information. Sponsorships are also available.
Click here for flyer for printing/posting. Click here for news release about this important annual event.
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Save the Dates: Harlingen Area
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Upcoming Harlingen-Area Educational Events for Caregivers
- Matter of Balance (MOB) class begins at 1 p.m. on February 28, at the Harlingen Senior Center. The two-hour class runs for 8 weeks.
- A Stress Busting class will also be starting in February. (Date and time to be announced.) Stress Busters has a maximum of 8 students, with 90 minute sessions held for 9 weeks.
Individuals wishing to sign up for the MOB or the Stress Busters program can call Caregiver Specialist Gloria Miranda at 956-365-4718 (landline) or 956-238-0754 (cell).
For remaining activities in February, click on the monthly Calendar.
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