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The Caregiver Summit is one of the WellMed Charitable Foundation's Observances of November as National Family Caregiver Month and Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month.
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Palliative Care Among Caregiver Summit Topics
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Palliative Care Specialist Dr. Liliana Oakes will be talking at the Caregiver Summit at 9:15 a.m. on the topic of:
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"Palliative Care in Relation to Alzheimer's Disease, Other Conditions, and Hospice"
Sandra Liliana Oakes, MD, is a Geriatrics and Palliative Care provider for WellMed Medical Group in the Specialists for Health multi-specialty practice.
Dr. Oakes is a provider and specialist in WellMed's Bridges to  Complex Care program and Palliative Care program, providing at-home interprofessional healthcare services to homebound seniors with chronic diseases or serious medical illness.
She also participates in the largest Palliative care outpatient clinic in San Antonio, helping patients who are facing life-threatening illness, and managing their symptoms. The clinic in intended to provided interdisciplinary care for these frail patients, addressing their emotional, physical and spiritual needs. Read more.
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Caregiver Summit Features the Latest Information on Alzheimer's Testing
Family Caregivers and professionals working in the field of aging are invited to the Nov. 7 Caregiver Summit, featuring award-winning Alzheimer's Researcher Sid O'Bryant, Ph.D. Dr. O'Bryant, the Keynote Speaker, Is among a handful of scientists nationwide examining the impact of Brain Disease on Latinos. Flyer for printing/posting.
"An Update on Alzheimer's Disease Emerging Science: A Hope for the Future"
 Dr. O'Bryant, who has been working on a test for Alzheimer's disease that may soon be used by primary care physicians nationally, will cover this work as part of his presentation. The 2014 Caregiver Summit is sponsored by the Caregiver SOS program of the WellMed Charitable Foundation.
Set for Friday, Nov. 7, the Summit will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Whitley Theological Center at the Oblate School of Theology, 285 Oblate, San Antonio, TX.
REGISTRATION
There is no cost to participate but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available for Nurses, Social Workers, and Licensed Professional Counselors. Respite care is available and must be requested as part of the online registration process. Lunch is also provided. Register by clicking here.
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AGENDA
| 8:30 - Registration & Exhibits
| 9:00 - Welcome & Remarks by Carol Zernial, Executive Director, WellMed Charitable Foundation
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9:15 - Liliana Oaks, MD, WellMed Palliative Care Specialist
| 10:00 - Break
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10:15 - Lyda Arevalo-Flechas, Ph.D., RN., Assistant Professor, Texas State University
| 11:00 - Break: "Lunch Provided"
| 11:15 - Sid O'Bryant, Ph.D., University of North Texas Health Science Center
| 12:15 - Question & Answers with Panel
| 12:45 - Closing & Door Prizes
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Exhibitors at the Summit include:
~~Alzheimer's Association
~~Caring Companions
~~Caregiver SOS/Teleconnections/Stress-Busting Program
~~WellMed Medical Management
~~Morningside Ministries
~~Benevolent Hospice
~~Senior Home2Home
~~Legacy Hospice
~~Lakeside Assisted Living and Memory Care
~~Christian Senior Services' Grace Place
~~Heartland/Manor Care
~~Mesa Vista Inn Health Center
~~South Texas Alternative Choice
~~Heart to Heart Hospice
~~Pride
~~Blue Skies of Texas (Formerly Air Force Village)
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Sign Up for New November TeleConnection Sessions
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Featuring Important Topics:
- Prevention of Elder Abuse
- The Car Key Conversation
- Managing Holiday Stress
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, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m.
"Prevention of Elder Abuse" with Rachel Duer, Community Engagement Program Specialist
 Rachel Duer, with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, will discuss the important topic of elder abuse and ways to prevent it. Elder abuse is an increasing problem in our society, and it is everyone's business to report situations of abuse to Adult Protective Services (APS). Learn about the prevalence of this issue, and ways to protect yourself and family members. This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration
Friday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m.
"The Car Key Conversation" with Dr. Jamie Huysman, PsyD, LCSW, CAP, CFT  Caregivers face the heart rendering decision of taking the care keys away from elderly parent whose driving behavior has become a danger to themselves and others. This isn't an easy decision to make because it represents the older driver's sense of independence and dignity. Join Dr. Jamie in a discussion abut taking away the care keys. This telelearning session is open to all at no charge. Registration
Monday, Nov. 17 at 12 noon and 7 p.m. <<<<<<"Managing Holiday Stress" with Zanda Hilger, LPC  How do holiday activities and traditions need to change for you and the person you care for? Learn ways to manage the health and well being of your loved one while also taking care of yourself. Sponsored by the North Central Texas Caregiver Teleconnection. 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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