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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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For the free TeleConnection Sessions for Caregivers
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 Session by phone: (210) 871-7SOS (7767) or 1 (866) 390-6491 (toll-free) (Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.); by email, or go to our website.___________________________
07/18/13 (Thur), 7 p.m.
*"The Big Three Emotions of Caregiving: Guilt, Anger and Fear" with Zanda Hilger, LPC, and Patsy Swatek, LCSW
 Discuss a variety of ways to learn about and become aware of the often hidden, unrecognized signs of these negative emotions--and learn to deal with these most stressful side effects of being a caregiver.
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*"When Enough is Enough: Setting Personal Boundaries as a Caregiver" with Evalyn Greb, LCSW
 Setting personal boundaries is an important step in managing the stress of caregiving. This session will help participants understand what it means to set boundaries, why it is important to set boundaries, and strategies for setting boundaries. Participants will hear strategies from other caregivers and share their own questions and comments.
*This telelearning session is FREE and open to all. To register, click here. Flyer for printing/posting.
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30-Minute Caregiver Break Session:
Designed Especially for Working Caregivers
____________________________________________ 07/25/13 (Thur), 12:15 p.m.
**"At the End of My Rope: Warning Signs of Caregiver Burnout" with Evalyn Greb, LCSW
Do you know the difference between stress and burnout? In this session, the causes, outcomes, and warning signs of burnout and what you can do to prevent it will be discussed. You will learn about the "Three R Approach" (Recognize, Reverse, and Resilience) and hear how others have experienced and handled burnout.
**Specifically targeted to caregivers who are working
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Alicia Trevino Lopez Senior One Stop Center
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Lopez Center Celebrates Second Anniversary
More than 500 seniors turned out on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 to celebrate the Second Anniversary of the opening of the Lopez Senior One-Stop Center, 8353 Culebra Road in San Antonio.The One Stop features the second Caregiver SOS Resource Center established in San Antonio by the WellMed Charitable Foundation. The other facility is the Caregiver SOS at Northern Hills, 14100 Nacogdoches. Others are located in McAllen (Grand Opening was July 10th), Harlingen, and Corpus Christi.  
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Programs from Caregiver SOS Resource Centers:
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July Education/Support Programs
Provided by Caregiver SOS Resource Center Staff at the Alicia Trevino Lopez Senior One Stop
8353 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251, 210-558-0178
Click here for Comprehensive Caregiver SOS Calendar
Below are examples of programs and activities
17th - Ask the Doctor - For Women Only with Dr. Barbie Lopez
Come, meet and talk with Dr Barbie Lopez - ask her questions regarding women's health and wellness issues.
10 - 11 a.m.
No registration required - check in at the front desk
24th - Summer Health Concerns
Guess who doesn't want to meet you this summer? Answer: An emergency room physician. They know that when the weather starts heating up, so do a host of health hazards. Come find out how to keep you family and friends safe this summer.
10 - 11 a.m.
210-558-0178
No registration required - check in at the front desk
Elvira Cisneros Senior Community Center
517 SW Military Dr., San Antonio, TX 78221.
25th - Summer Health Concerns
Guess who doesn't want to meet you this summer? Answer: An emergency room physician. They know that when the weather starts heating up, so do a host of health hazards. Come find out how to keep you family and friends safe this summer.
10 - 11 a.m.
210-927-9328.
Boerne -
Kronkosky Place
17 Old San Antonio Rd
Boerne, TX 78006
830-249-2114
Every Monday in July (except July 8th)
10 - 11:30 a.m.
No registration is required - check in at the front desk
Caregiver Education and Support Series
22nd - Open Discussion/Support Group
29th - For Better or For Worse: The Challenges for a Spousal Caregiver
This session will help participants understand:
* The reality of spousal caregiving in the United States
* What makes spousal caregivers different from others
* The unique challenges faced by spousal caregivers
* The services and support useful for spousal caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
This program is a self-care education program for family caregivers. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide you with tools and strategies to better handle the unique caregiver challenges you face.
Alicia Trevino Lopez Senior One Stop
Contact Joye McQueen at 210-563-3569 to register.
8353 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78251
Tuesday, July 16 - August 20, 2013
1 - 2:30 p.m. (1½ hrs)
Caregiver SOS at Northern Hills
Contact Rita Avendano at 210-599-4614 to register.
14100 Nacogdoches
San Antonio, TX 78247
Tuesday, July 16 - August 20, 2013
9 - 11:30 a.m. (2 ½ hrs)
NOTE: This is a 6 week program. There is no charge to attend this workshop but space is limited.
YOU MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED TO ATTEND
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July Education/Support Programs
Provided by Caregiver SOS Resource Center Staff
at Northern Hills
14100 Nacogdoches, San Antonio, TX 78247, 210-599-4614
Click here Caregiver SOS Comprehensive Calendar
Below are examples of programs and activities
- Diabetes Self Management Program starting July 22-August 26 at SOS 1-3:30 p.m.
- Zumba Toning with Oasis every Tuesday and Thursday 10:30-11:30 a.m. at SOS
- Powerful Tools starting July 16- at SOS 9-11:30 a.m.
- Caregiver Support Group at SOS July 24 & 31 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Presentation: Relaxation at SOS 9:30-10:30 a.m.
- Presentation: How to Begin Communication with you Parent About Aging by Brookdale Senior Living at SOS 1 - 2 p.m. and Presentation: Long Term Care & Who Pays For It? By Alamo Service Connection 2 - 3 p.m. at SOS
- Stress Busters at Wellmed at Pecan Valley starting July 31- September 4 from 1-2:30 p.m.
- Stress Busters at SOS starting July 31- September 4 from 9 - 10:30 a.m.
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Abuse in Later Life
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Abuse in Later Life: Cross-Training for Victim Service Providers This free training is designed to enhance older victims' safety and quality of life by strengthening collaboration among victim service providers. Participants will obtain enhanced knowledge for:  describing the dynamics of abuse in later life, identifying and utilizing community resources and promoting enhanced communication among the various victim services providers. Trainers are: ~Jo Ann Tobias- Molina, Adult Protective Services
~Elena Hernandez, AACOG Aging Network
~Gay Lynn Schwenk, Family Violence Prevention Services ~Martha Roberts, Family Service Association Registration Information Seating is limited to the first 60 registrants Choose one of the dates below most convenient for you |
Date: July 19, 2013
Time: 8 AM - 5 PM
Location: Haven for Hope
1 Haven for Hope Way
San Antonio, Texas 78207
Please arrive by 7:45 a.m. check-in at Volunteer Center
Deadline for registration is July 17, 2013
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Date: August 23, 2013
Time: 8 AM - 5 PM
Location: Alamo Area Council of Government (AACOG) Al Notzon Board Rm
8700 Tesoro Dr. Suite 100
San Antonio, Texas 78217
Deadline for registration is August 21, 2013
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Submit your registration form attention: Crystal Benavides at Bexar County Community Resources, 233 North Pecos, Suite 590, San Antonio, Texas 78207.FAX: (210) 335-6788 or by email: cbenavides@bexar.org. Questions? Call Nancy Williams at (210) 335-7060 or cell (210) 232-0722. Flyer for printing/posting. Registration form for printing/ posting. |
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Two Presentations Set for Low Vision Club
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Low Vision Club Monthly Meeting
Date: Saturday July 20, 2013 
Place: Warm Springs Resource Center
5101 Medical Drive (Between Wurzbach & Babcock)
Look for the Warm Springs Sign
Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Social Time
10 a.m. Announcements & Program
There will be two presentations for this meeting:
The San Antonio Walks Program will be presented by Bert Pickell, Director and Coach of the Program. Bert will explain the program sponsored by the City which provides organized walking programs. He will discuss benefits of the program, schedules, and locations.
Leo Barahona, owner of Bestia Martial Arts, will discuss the 1Touch Self Defense Martial Arts Program designed specifically for the blind. This program which has been endorsed by the Lighthouse for the Blind, American Council of the Blind, and other organizations for the blind is a program designed to combat assaults, aggressive behavior, and bullying.
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"Living with Alzheimer's" Series for Caregivers
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"Living with Alzheimer's-- A Free Informational Program for Caregivers "Living With Alzheimer's for Caregivers", a series of free programs, is being offered by Arden Courts and the Alzheimer's Association, San antonio /South Texas Chapter. These programs are designed to provide caregivers with the knowledge, tools and strategies needed to cope with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or related dementia.  Please click on the attached for information on the date and time of a particular program series: Early Stage Series (began in June); Middle Stage Series; Latter Stage Series. |
Grandparents Targeted by Scams
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Scam Alert!
CCCS of Greater San Antonio
Offers Advice to Avoid Grandparent Scams
When retired teachers Bob and Jane, (not their real names), got a frantic call from their "grandson" asking for emergency funds, they immediately sprung into action and wired the requested $25,00 0 as they were instructed, by the grandson's "attorney," who explained the funds were needed for bail since their grandson had been in an auto accident after having a glass of wine and hitting "some very important" people.
The couple got more than two dozen phone calls from the scammers over the next three days increasing pressure with their pleas for help. Their continuous hounding tied up the victims' phone line and furthered the sense of urgency. When the scammers believed they were on to them, the victims received a call from someone acting as a policing authority, stating they were aware of the situation and to let the money be transferred so they could catch them "in the act," assuring the money would be returned. Click here for the entire article.
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Senior Moment or Seizure Moment?
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Are you serving individuals in Adult Day Programs?
Interested in Epilepsy/Seizures training at your facility?
Training Purpose: This free training is designed to help staff and administrators of adult day center programs understand the needs of older participants with or at risk for epilepsy. It provides basic, straightforward information about epilepsy.
 Since epilepsy is commonly under diagnosed in older adults, this training also raises awareness of the clues and symptoms that may lead to an epilepsy diagnosis and appropriate treatment. The ideal participants:
Anyone working directly with seniors.
Training Topics Participants will learn:
· Seizure Recognition in Older Adults
· Seizure Types most common in Seniors
· Recognizing Seizures in Older Adults
· Current Treatment Options
· Common Medications
· Appropriate First Aid and Emergency Seizures
For more information or to schedule a training contact:
Elizabeth Ortiz| Program Manager
Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas
10615 Perrin Beitel Rd Ste 602 | San Antonio, TX 78217
Ph: 210.653.5353 | Fax: 210.653.5355
Email: elizabeth@efcst.org | Web: www.efcst.org
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ADA Anniversary Celebration
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Please join us for this largest ADA celebration in Texas, After a lively pep rally, the ADA celebration will begin. The theme for this year's ADA event is "Education and Employment for Persons with Disabilities!"
The Rally starts at 8:30am, followed by the celebration, including:
- Keynote speakers
- Award presentations
- Proclamation of ADA Day in San Antonio signed by:
- Exhibitor booths
- Free lunch and care gift packages.
Contact:
Kitty Brietzke, J.D.;
1028 S. Alamo,
San Antonio, TX 78210
Phone: (210) 281-1878
kbrietzke@sailstx.org
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Project Mend
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Project MEND is collecting home medical equipment to redistributed to low income individuals with disabilities.
Reuse serves the uninsured, underinsured and individuals who are experiencing delays in device acquisition - people who might not otherwise have access to the medical equipment needed for work, education and other activities of daily living.
Drop off your new or used equipment during the July 27th ADA event at the UTSA Downtown Campus - Bill Miller Plaza, 501 West Cesar Blvd., San Antonio. Equipment needed includes:
- Wheelchairs
 - Canes / Quad Canes
- Shower Chairs
- Tub Transfer Benches
- Bedside Commodes
- Scooters
- Adult Diapers / Blue Pads
- Tub/Shower Grab Bars
- Rolling Walkers
- Home Hospital Beds
- Walkers with Seats
- Trapeze Bars/Hoyer Lifts
Questions about medical equipment donations? Call the Project MEND warehouse (210) 223-7283
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Texas Parent 2 Parent State Conference
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ESC Region 20 Offering 200 Free Parent Registrations
 The Education Service Center, Region 20 is offering 200 free parent registrations to attend the Texas Parent 2 Parent State Conference July 26-27, 2013 in San Marcos, TX, at the Embassy Suites, Spa & Conference Center.
This conference will be a wonderful learning experience and ESC-20 is excited that we have the opportunity to support parents to attend. You can find more specific information about the conference at: http://www.txp2p.org/training/conference.html .
Please note:
1. We are only able to pay for the actual registration fee ($150 through a purchase order).
2. We are not able to pay for travel expenses, hotel, meal reimbursement or for childcare. If you need childcare or would like to sign up for the Teen Summit or SibShop, you will have to pay for this separately. All other expenses are on your own.
3. Registrations handled on a first-come, first-served basis!
Please follow these directions when registering:
1. Fill out the registration form on pages 18-19. Take note that you will need to select the sessions you want to attend.
2. Page 19 is the payment information form. On the payment form, please write ESC-20 on the total for purchase order.
3. Submit this form and the other required information to Parent 2 Parent, not ESC-20.
4. Contact Lori Williams at lori.williams@esc20.net or 210-370-5466 and tell her the names of the parents registering for the conference. We have to submit a list of names to Parent 2 Parent so they know who we are paying for.
5. Please note that if you indicate child care or SibShop registration, you need to provide the payment. Parent 2 Parent is aware that ESC-20 is only paying for the registration fee.
6. Deadline to register to receive free registration fee through ESC-20 is Monday, July 8th.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or email Lori Williams at (210) 370-5466 or lori.williams@esc20.net. Conference flyer for printing/posting. Registration form for printing/posting
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From Catholic Charities:
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"Project Cool"
Project Cool is now accepting 20" box fans.Fans can be dropped off at your nearest San Antonio fire station.
 They will be distributed to senior citizens in need of fans, who can call 211 to get information about fan pick up locations or, in some instances, the fans can be delivered to those who cannot leave their homes.
For more information, call Caitlin Cervenka at (210) 226-6178. Monetary contributions can be sent to: Project Cool. c/o Catholic Charities. 202 W. French Pl., San Antonio, TX 78212-5818. Flyer for printing/posting.
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From mmLearn.org and Morningside Ministries:
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The BEST of the BEST!
Watch the top 3 videos so far this year
in the mmLearn.org "Ask the Geriatrician" Series
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Nominations now being accepted for the:
Fourth Annual Elizabeth McGown Caregiver Legacy Award
The annual Elizabeth McGown Caregiver Legacy Award honors a health care professional, family or pastoral caregiver who provides exceptional care to (an) older adult(s) and inspires others to make a positive, meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.*
It is the caregiver who will enhance the quality of life and  relationships in our older years. It is for that reason that the Elizabeth McGown Caregiver Legacy Award was established. The award is named in honor of Elizabeth McGown who was a lifelong caregiver and inspired others to meet high standards in providing care to the older adult and to do so with great compassion.
Do you know a caregiver who:
- Demonstrates a high quality of care to an older adult in his/her care?
- Has qualities as a caregiver that sets them apart from other caregivers in terms his/her spirit of caring?
- Inspires others in their role as caregiver?
If so, nominating them for the 4th Annual Elizabeth McGown Caregiver Legacy Award. Click here to submit your nomination. *Note: Current Morningside Ministries employees are not eligible for this award.
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Arc Summer Information Session
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Intervention Strategies for Aggressive Children
Please join us for our summer information session:
When: Saturday July 27th, 2013 from 9 a.m> - noon
Where: The Arc of San Antonio, Pam Stephens Center
6530 Wurzbach Road, SATX 78240
Presented By: Dr. Steven Gonzalez, Clinical Director of South Texas Behavioral Institute
Attendees will:
- Gain an insight to the temperament of a child
- Learn triggers that cause aggression
- Avoid negative/punishment contingencies
- Rewarding positive behavior
- Self-reflect on behavior during interventions
For more information, contact:
Heather Long, LBSW, Case Manager
The Arc of San Antonio, Inc.
13430 West Avenue SAT 78216
Phone: (210) 490-4300 ext. 113
Fax: (210) 490-5196
Flyer for printing/posting
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Get FIT Texas Program
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Free 12 Week Health & Wellness Program
For Adults with Developmental Disabilities or Epilepsy!
From the Epilepsy Foundation: Central and South Texas
Services Include:
- Individualized Fitness Plan
 - In-Home Coaching from a Certified Fitness Trainer
- Nutrition Guidance
- Ongoing Motivation and Support
- Individualized Wellness Goals
- Pre and Post Health Screenings
- Get FIT Texas Pedometer
Goal of Program:
- Empower people with disabilities to Get FIT
- Increase the access to health promotion services for people with disabilities and their caregivers
- Build communities and experts that can promote healthy lifestyles for people with disabilities
For More Information and To Register:
Ariel McCarter
210-653-5353
ariel@efcst.org
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