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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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02/04/14, Tues, 11 a.m.
"Avoiding Sugar Shock: Insulin Therapy and Diabetes Treatment" with Joshua Beck, MDPriceless Information to help caregivers achieve the best treatment outcomes for loved ones with diabetes. Register now so you won't miss out. Flyer for printing/posting..
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Sign Up Now for February 2014 TeleConnection Sessions
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Features Important Topics, Including:
- Diabetes Treatment,
- Hospitals and Alzheimer's disease,
- Driving Change in our Dementia care culture,
- Warning Signs of Elder Abuse, and
- Safe Use of Medications.
These hour-long phone-based sessions are provided courtesy of WellMed Charitable Foundation, and are designed to connect family caregivers to experts with helpful information and other caregivers, with 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. to 5 p.m.; by email, or visit our website.
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02/13/14 (Thurs), 10 a..m.
*"Hospitals and Alzheimer's Disease: How to be Prepared" with Michael Splaine, Splaine Consulting
Persons with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia don't just have AD; frequently many have other chronic conditions that flare or have emergency conditions that require a hospital stay.
This session will cover what caregivers can do to be prepared and proactive for a possible hospital stay, develop the concept of a thoughtful hospitalization, and highlight major changes in hospital care practice and law that shape their patient experience.
*"Driving Change in the Dementia Care Culture" with Lori LaBay, CSA, COS, AOSAD
Lori LaBey founder of Alzheimer's Speaks will share with us what she has learned over her 30 year journey with her own mother's memory loss. She is a leading advocate and was recognized by Sharecare and Dr. Oz as the #1 influencer online for Alzheimer's. Her insights or simple to duplicate yet profound in how they impact dementia care around the world. Join us and find out how to live with dementia. not as it!
02/27/14 (Thur), 2 p.m.
*" Warning Signs: When an Elder Needs Help" with K.T. Whitehead, GCM, NFA Geriatric Care Manager
 Elder abuse and elder domestic abuse are very uncomfortable topics to discuss. However, when you notice a change in an elder's behavior or appearance, unexplained marks or bruises, fear, or withdrawal, it is time to investigate further and bring in authorities such as Adult Protective Services, or the Police, when appropriate.
*This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration. Flyer to come.
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30-Minute Caregiver Break Session:
Designed Especially for Working Caregivers
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02/23/14 (Thur), 12:15 p.m.
**"Safe Use of Medications" with Evalyn Greb, LCSW
Your responsibility as a caregiver for assisting with medications can be overwhelming. You will learn how to avoid common mistakes and get tips on getting help from your doctor and pharmacist. You can also listen to other caregivers in the session sharing ideas on how to organize medications and medical information.
**Specifically targeted to caregivers who are working outside the home. This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration.Flyer.
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Wellness Fair at Lopez Senior Center on Feb. 5
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Lopez Senior Center Wellness Fair Set 9 a.m. to for Feb. 5, located at 8353 Culebra, San Antonio, TX. For more information, please call 210-558-0178.Download flyer (Includes both sides) for printing/posting. 
Para obtener más información, por favor llame al 210-558-0178. 
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Lopez Senior Center, S.A.
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Alicia Trevino Lopez Senior One Stop
8353 Culebra
San Antonio, TX 78251
Lopez Senior Center Wellness Fair Set 9 a.m. to Noon for Feb. 5, For more information, please call 210-558-0178.
10 Facts About Mental Health and Aging, 10-11 a.m., Wed., Feb. 26
Laughter Yoga, 10-11 a.m., Wed., Feb. 19
Support Group, 11 a.m. to 12 noon--second Wednesday of the month
Stress-Busting Program, Benevolent Hospice, 12740 Bandera Rd., Suite 110--10-11:30 a.m., Tues., Feb. 18--for more info or to register, Xiomara Allen 210-681-2140
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Elvira Cisneros Senior Community Center
517 SW Military Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78221
Caregiving 101, Thurs., Feb. 6 10-11 a.m.
Support Group--lst Thurs. at 10 a.m. and 4th Thurs at 1 p.m.
Laughter Yoga--11 a.m. to 12 noon--Thursday, Feb. 27
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Boerne--WellMed - Boerne, 124 E. Bandera Rd., Suite 102, Boerne, TX Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
830-981-2444, Contact Lisa or Karen
Kronkosky Place
17 Old San Antonio Road
Boerne, TX 78006
Feb 17 - Support Group at 10:00 am (flyer attached)
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Northern Hills Caregiver SOS Resource Center, S.A.
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New Alzheimer's Support Group Scheduled February 24
The following programs are available at the Caregiver SOS Resource Center, 14100 Nacogdoches Rd, Suite 120, San Antonio, TX: (For more information, contact Rita Avendano, Caregiver Support Specialist, 210-599-4614, ravendano@wellmed.net.) Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30-11:30 a.m., Priscilla Palomo with Oasis leads Zumba Gold for all caregivers! Come join us and you are guaranteed to SWEAT!
February 3 and 17Self -Enrichment with Marie Elena 12-2 p.m.
Marie Elena is a Pain Management Specialist, Licensed massage therapist with Health Link. She provides an educational/support group here every 1st and 3rd Monday of each month for caregivers dealing with chronic pain, depression, and stress.
February 14
*AA Care Services: Respite for Caregivers *9:30-10:30 (Light breakfast provided)
February 20
Dementia and Driving, Better Safe Than Sorry with Helen Flores of Caring Companions, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Hospice and Advance Directives with Kathy Phoenix 2:30-3:30 p.m. (VITAS)
February 24
New at Caregiver SOS--We will have our first Alzheimers Support Group from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Caring with Respect: February 11
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Understanding Dementia in Our Community
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This Eblast Courtesy of WellMed Charitable Foundation
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