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Greetings!
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Here is the new Family Caregiver TeleConnection Session Calendar for July, 2014.
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Sign Up NOW for July, 2014 TeleConnection Sessions
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Features Important Topics, Including:
- Know Your Medicine Cabinet
- What is Palliative Care?
- Managing Health Care
- The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
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.
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Thursday, July 10, 10 a.m.
"Do You Know Your Medicine Cabinet? - The Medications There And What They Do To Reduce Risks Of Chronic Illness" with Tina Lopez, Pharm.D., MSc.
 Dr. Lopez will do a little primer on what she tells patients (especially seniors) about the drugs in their medicine cabinet, what they do to help prevent chronic disease and why it's important to know what they do - from statins and ace inhibitors to aspirin and fiber.
This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration______________________
Wednesday, July 16 at 2 p.m.
"What is Palliative Care?" with Liliana Oakes, MD
 Dr. Liliana Oakes, Geriatrician and Palliative Care Specialist, will discuss the field of palliative care and how it differs from Hospice care. Of special interest is a discussion on the benefits of palliative care for patients and family caregivers. Listen to this noted expert in the field on this vital topic.
This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration
Thursday, July 24 at 12 Noon and 7 p.m. <<<<<<<<<
"Managing Health Care" with Kay Paggi, Certified Care Manager  Tips and cautions about how to successfully navigate the challenges of working with the various segments and medical professionals within the often confusing health care system when you are the person responsible for caring for an older adult. There are specialists available who can help you get the best out this system to benefit your care recipient.
This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration
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Thursday, July 31 at 2 p.m..
"Know the Ten Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease" with Ginny Funk, Alzheimer's Association Associate Director Programs and Advocacy  There are 10 warning signs of Alzheimer's Disease. . If you or someone you know are experiencing any of these signs, please see a doctor. Early diagnosis gives you a chance to seek treatment and plan for the future.
This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration
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This Eblast Courtesy of WellMed Charitable Foundation
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