Learn Safe Medical Transfers

9/12/2011 11:00am

Many caregivers also help their loved ones get out of the bathtub, get into chairs or walk throughout the home. On Thursday September 22, 2011, Easter Seals will teach the proper techniques to make medical transfers a safer and easier process.  The training will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Easter Seals (4065 Saladin Drive SE, Grand Rapids), lunch will be provided.

Registration is required and complimentary respite is available upon request. To qualify for this training, either the caregiver or the care recipient must be age 60 or older.

Email your name and the class title (Safe Medical Transfers) to registration@aaawm.orgor call the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan at (616 ) 456-5664. Registration is not complete until you receive confirmation.

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Attention: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

4/18/2011 12:00am

Grand Rapids Community College is presenting “Balance Caring for them While Caring for you,” a training for Grandparents raising Grandchildren.

The event is Friday, May 6, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Grand Rapids Community College DeVos Campus (Sneden Hall, Multipurpose Room) located at 415 E. Fulton St., Grand Rapids, MI 49503

There is a requested $5 donation, but, no one will be denied participation based on inability to contribute. Donations allow for continued and expanded services to grandparents in West Michigan.

Topics will include:

Advice on Raising Grandchildren

• Bullying: What to know/How to deal with it
• Raising Children in Today’s World

Lunch and Speaker

• Proper Nutrition for Grandparents and Grandchildren

Caring for You:

• Exercise and Wellness
• Relationships: Dealing with Adult Children

How to Register:

Registration is available by telephone or online through the Grand Rapids Community College Continuing Education and Professional Development Office. To register you will need to include your name, birth date, address, telephone number, and, if available, e-mail address.

Phone: (616) 234-3400

Online: www.grcc.edu/workforcetraining

(select Older Learner Center)

Driving instructions and campus parking information will be provided to participants upon registration.

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Caregiver Training

3/10/2011 4:45am

A new series of the Creating Confident Caregivers training starts March 16 in Grand Rapids. If you, or someone you know, is caring for someone with memory loss, this program may be a good fit.

During the sessions individuals will learn about resources for caregivers, ways to be a better caregiver and much more. Caregivers will also meet those in similar situations and will have the opportunity to learn from their experiences.

Respite care is available during the sessions.  For more information, contact Anne at  (616) 222-7014 or anne@aaawm.org

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A Matter of Balance Coach Training

2/3/2011 2:34pm

A Free Matter of Balance Coach Training will take place on April 18 and 19th from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan 1279 Cedar NE, Grand Rapids, MI

Area Agency on Agency is offering this free training for providers who may want to offer this program to their older adults.

Each provider should have two coaches trained, as sessions are taught in pairs.  We will also need a commitment from your agency to hold two trainings within a 12 month period of time. 

For more information, view "A Matter of Balance Coach Training April 2011" file to the left.

If you are interested in attending the free training or would like more information, please contact Barbara Nelson at 616.222.7011 or email Barb@aaawm.org by March 31, 2011. The training is limited to 16 participants, so you may want to register early.   

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Military Veterans Needed!

8/25/2010 4:10pm

Are you a Military Veteran providing care for someone?  Are your worried about your parent, spouse’s, or adult child’s memory?  We are looking for Military Veterans caring for someone with dementia to attend free trainings starting October 5, 2010

Caregivers will learn ways to manage behaviors, improve caregiving skills, handle everyday activities more easily and take care of yourself to better care for your loved one. Caregiver resources and the effects of Dementia will also be addressed.

Trainings are held once a week from 11:30-3:00 for 5 weeks at Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (1279 Cedar NE, Grand Rapids, MI 40503). The class is free, but you must register at registration@aaawm.org. Lunch is provided and free respite can be arranged during the training hours.

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Caregivers Needed

8/9/2010 1:00pm

Are you providing care for a Military Veteran? Are you worried about your parent or your spouse’s memory? We are looking for individuals who are caring for a Military Veteran with dementia to attend free trainings starting August 19^th.

Caregivers will learn ways to manage behaviors, improve caregiving skills, handle everyday activities more easily and take care of yourself to better care for your loved one. Caregiver resources and the effects of Dementia will also be addressed.

Trainings are held once a week from 11:30-3:00 for 5 weeks at Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (1279 Cedar NE, Grand Rapids, MI 40503). The class is free, but you must register at registration@aaawm.org. Lunch is provided and free respite can be arranged during the training hours.

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Elder Abuse Awareness Seminar

5/27/2010 1:50pm

Please join us on June 15 from 12:00 p.m. untill 1:00 p.m. at the Kent County Courthouse (180 Ottawa NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503) to become more informed on Elder Abuse reporting, prosecution, and the proactive efforts for change.

Speakers include:

Chris Becker, Kent County Assistant Prosecutor
Vicki Pickel, Kent County Program Manager, Adult Protective Services
James Emmert,  Advocate for Senior Issues, Chairperson of the Elder Abuse Strategy Group

*Bring your own lunch. A light snack and drink will be provided* 

RSVP by June 10th by emailing your name and date of seminar to Registration@aaawm.org or call James Emmert at 648-6097

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