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Beat the Heat!
Yes, we've a  lready beaten the Miami Heat! But--it takes a lot to beat the summer heat in San Antonio. Sign up for some of the many interesting, useful, challenging and fun classes, training sessions, and activities below, all held in cool, comfortable and air conditioned facilities. Learn while you are "kicking back and chilling out." |
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Caregiver SOS July Calendar--Lopez Center
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Caregiver SOS at the Alicia Trevino Lopez Senior One Stop; 8353 Culebra Road, San Antonio, TX 78251; 210-558-0178; Caregiver SOS Program Manager: Joye McQueen, jmcqueen@wellmed.net July Calendar
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Caregiver SOS July Calendar--Northern Hills
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Caregiver SOS at Northern Hills, 14100 Nacogdoches, San Antonio, TX 78247, voice: 210-599-4614, Caregiver SOS Program Manager: Rita Avendano, ravendano@wellmed. net. July Calendar
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Lopez Senior Center Third Anniversary Celebration July 7th
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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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Facilitator Training July 21-31
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Chronic Disease Self-Management Education
Caregiver SOS (CSOS) will be providing free Facilitator Training for the programs below. The training is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on July 21, 22, and 28, 29, and 30. The final class is from 8:30 a.m. to 12 N oon, July 31st. Located is the WellMed Clinic, 5800 NW Parkway, San Antonio, TX. All materials are provided.
For more information, or to register, contact Joye McQueen, CSOS Program Manager, jmcqueen@wellmed.net, 210-618-4881. This is open to anyone who is interested in helping others deal with diabetes and other chronic diseases.
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New Type of Stress-Busting Program Begins August 4
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A Matter of Balance Series Begins August 5
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Two free series "A Matter of Balance" classes begin August 5
Many seniors experience fear of falling and restrict their activities. This program, courtesy of the WellMed Charitable Foundation, emphasizes practical strategies to reduce this fear and increase activity levels.
You will  learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable; set realistic goals to increase activity; change their environ ment to reduce fall risk factors and exercise to increase strength & balance. "A Matter of Balance" includes 8 weeks of 2 hours sessions for a small group lead by a trained facilitator.
Tp register, please contact Joye McQueen, Caregiver SOS Program Manager, jmcqueen@wellmed.net, 210-618-4881, as Space is Limited. |
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Stress-Busting Programs Beginning August 5 and 6
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Stress-Busting Program for Family Caregivers of Loved Ones
With Alzheimer's Disease or Other Dementias
SW Military, San Antonio Area
This Series begins at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 6 at the SW Military WellMed Clinic; 517 SW Military, Suite A., San Antonio.
For more information or to register, call 210-921-0322 and ask for Alicia Martinez.
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Helotes Area
This Series begins at 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 5 at Benevolent Hospice, 12740 Bandera Road., Suite 200, Helotes..
For more information or to register, call 210-681-2140 and ask for Xiomara or Cynthia.
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Healthcare Fraud Prevention Summit, July 11
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Compassion Fatigue Training July 14
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Free Training Available for Professionals
Please join us for the following free CEU opportunity. Space is limited. Please RSVP to Kiera Sammis, LMSW, at kiera.sammis@christushealth.org or 210-704-3441.!
"Are You Running On Empty? Understanding and Overcoming Compassion Fatigue"
Presented By: Joye McQueen, LBSW
Date: Monday, July 14, 2014
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Location: Goldsbury Center for Children & Families
5th Floor - Conference Rooms H & I
Children's Hospital of San Antonio
333 N. Santa Rosa Street, San Antonio, TX 78207
Learning Objectives:
- To describe compassion fatigue, compassion satisfaction and burnout;  - To identify symptoms of compassion stress/compassion fatigue;
- To learn of self-assessment tools such as Professional Quality of Life Scale (PROQOL); and
- To learn methods to promote resiliency, self-care and access resources
1.5 hours of Social Work CEU Credit will be provided for this activity
**There is no charge for this CEU activity, however, parking at CHofSA costs approximately $4. The lot accepts cash and check
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Diabetic Neuropathy Webinar July 14 on 50PlusPrime
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Alzheimer's Association Events July 17, 29
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AAIDD Convention July 22-25
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Helping Elders Age in Place Conference July 24-25
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SAILS ADA Celebration July 26
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Medication Management August 1 and 8
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Art Therapy Program Begins August 2
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Studio E: Art Therapy Program
 The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas is excited to bring you the opportunity to express yourself through art as part of a multi-week art therapy program. You'll work with art therapists and other people with epilepsy in a group setting to create artistic pieces using a variety of mediums, strengthen your artistic voice and learn from others in an open, welcoming environment. Your artwork may also help raise awareness about the realities of life with epilepsy.
Date: Every Saturday August 2-September 13 2014
Time: TBD
Place: Southwest School of Art
300 Augusta San Antonio, TX 78205
Admission: Free, a limited amount of space available.
Please note that this program is offered exclusively to people with epilepsy.
Participants must be between the ages of 14-24.
If you would like to sign up for Studio E, please contact Greg Hernandez at 210-653-5353 and greg@efcst.org.
Please register by July 11 at 5 p.m., since space is limited.
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Volunteers Training Program Begins August 12
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Christian Senior Services Is Looking for a Few Good Volunteers Senior Companion Program Senior Companion Program is a peer-to-peer program where caring senior volunteers befriend homebound seniors in their community. The program is designed to foster independence among seniors by engaging them in community service, providing them companionship opportunities, and offer respite to both professional and family caregivers.
Our next 2014 trainings are:
~~August 12-14, 18 (interviews 7-8) ~~November 18-20, 24 (interviews 13-14)
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Consumer/Family Support Conference August 14-16
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Golf Tournament Benefits Wounded Heroes August 18
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Preview August 29; Training Begins September 2
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Volunteers Needed for New Intergenerational Program, CATCH Healthy Habits OASIS is a national organization that promotes successful aging through a three-fold approach: lifelong learning, healthy living and social engagement. Founded in 1982 and based in St. Louis, the non-profit organization is now active in 43 cities across 25 states and serves more than 59,000 individuals over age 50 each year. CATCH Healthy Habits is a new program with OASIS that is an evidence and outcomes-based intergenerational program that encourages healthy eating and active living. The program combats obesity by engaging adults age 50+ as mentors to teach healthy lifelong habits to kids in grades K-5. Adults in the program benefit in several ways. Research shows that volunteers have lower rates of depression and mortality and greater functional ability than those who do not volunteer. As they promote healthy habits for kids and for themselves, they also experience the rewards of meaningful community service. Volunteers for this program conduct one hour sessions, one day a week for up to 8 sessions. Each one-hour session includes a 10 minute healthy snack, 20 minute nutrition lesson, and 30 minutes of physical activity. We are recruiting volunteers for the Fall 2014 Training, with the fall program starting September 23. Training is 6 hours and conducted over a two day period. CATCH Orientation Introduction to CATCH program, recruitment, and training sign up Friday, August 29, 10-11 a.m. Location: Morningside OASIS Fall Training Dates  | |
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Tuesday, September 2, 9-12 p.m. Wednesday, September 3, 9-12pm Location: Morningside OASIS To learn more or sign up for training contact: Monique Johnson OASIS CATCH Healthy Habits Coordinator 210-236-5954, ext 211 mjohnson@oasisnet.org |
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers September 9-October 14
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AARP Designates San Antonio as "Age-Friendly"
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AARP Designates San Antonio as Age-Friendly Community
Mayor Julián Castro joined with City Council Members; A. Barry Rand, CEO of AARP; Darryl Byrd, CEO of SA2020, and Bob Jackson, AARP Texas, to announce San Antonio's Age-Friendly status
The event was Thursday, June 19, 2014, in the City Hall, Media Briefing Room
Mayor Castro and AARP representatives discussed San Antonio's inclusion in AARP's "Age-Friendly Communities" initiative. Age-Friendly Communities meet the needs of their residents by promoting livable places where residents feel safe and included.
By participating in the national network of communities, San Antonio commits to:
- Providing mechanisms to enhance the active engagement of older adults
- Establishing a plan of Action that responds to the needs identified by adults in the 50+ in the community
- Commiting to measuring activities, reviewing action plan outcomes and reporting them publicly
For more information, go to AARP Texas.
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Health Insurance Marketplace Updating
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Epilepsy Training Available
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Epilepsy Foundation Provides Free Training It is very important individuals understand that anyone, at any age, and at any time can begin having seizures.  The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas provides current and accurate Epilepsy information to schools, social service agencies, employers, and the local community through free 45 minute training sessions. This training includes PowerPoint & video presentation followed by a question and answer session, and can be modified to meet your needs and time restraints. Training Purpose: This training is designed to train staff in community serving agencies to deliver training content at their agency. Training focuses on understanding the needs of people with or at risk for epilepsy. It provides basic, straightforward information about epilepsy. This program has been designed with multiplesettings in mind. Training Objectives - Assess basic knowledge of epilepsy
- Define what a seizure is and list various causes
- Increase understanding of epilepsy
- Recognize various seizure types
- Know how to respond to seizures
To schedule a training for your agency, please email elizabeth@efcst.org 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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Taxi Subsidy Service Is Available Seven Days a Week
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VIA Expands Popular Taxicab Program
VIA Metropolitan Transit has expanded a popular taxicab program for customers of VIAtrans to include weekends. The Taxi Subsidy Service was started in the summer of 2013 to augment VIAtrans service for people with disabilities who cannot use the regular bus service, providing more flexibility in planning trips for customers and VIAtrans personnel. 
The service was originally established for weekday trips only, but as of Saturday, May 31st, this service will be available seven days a week.
The Taxi Subsidy Service covers up to $9 of a Yellow Cab taxi trip taken by a registered VIAtrans customer. All a registered customer needs to do is call Yellow Cab at (210) 666-6666 to request a trip 30 minutes to 24 hours in advance. Customers using this service will need to provide their VIAtrans ID numbers when booking the trip, and they need to let Yellow Cab know if they use a walker or a mobility device.
When the taxi cab arrives, customers still need to pay the standard VIAtrans fare of $1.95 to the driver, but there is no additional cost if the meter rate fare at the end of the trip is $10.95 or less. This service is ideal for short trips, and the customers can take longer trips as long as they cover the additional fare over the $9 subsidy.
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This Eblast Courtesy of WellMed Charitable Foundation
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