Project Director Ginger Wettingfeld, Program Consultant Jason Gerling, and Gemma Campbell of Mercy Medical Pace Program

People scurried in from the hot sun to fill the remaining seats at the GM&O Building this Wednesday morning. A who’s who of care providers gathered to hear what is in store from the Alabama Integrated Care Network. Conducting the ninth and last of the Alabama Medicaid Society’s organized meetings across the state, Jason Gerling presented a thorough explanation of the current system and how the 2015 legislation will be carried out with a target of readiness in 2018.

The ultimate goal is to improve the quality, accessibility, and sustainability of Medicaid Healthcare and Long Term Care. He pointed out that the PACE program we have in Mobile is the only one of it’s kind in Alabama.

Attendees were given the chance to ask questions and share how they benefit from the current funding. A follow-up meeting is scheduled in September and a survey will follow. Comments can be submitted at ICNinfo@medicaid.alabama.gov.

Enhance your skills and knowledge of caring for a loved one during this FREE One-day course.

caregiver college May 21-2

Are you interested in all things pertaining to dementia?  This meeting is for you.

Check out the link here…

March 2015 ALz & DementiaCoalition Mtg

Caregiver College is free to caregivers who want to enhance their skills and knowledge of caregiving.

To register, call 251-433-6541 or 1-800-AGE-LINE,

or e-mail Della Sanchez at dellasanchez@sarpc.org

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Coalition of South Alabama

November 2014

The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Coalition of 

South Alabama and our partners invite you to attend 

their community meeting on 

Thursday, November 13, 2014 

Mobile Museum of Art 

4850 Museum Drive, Mobile, AL 36608 

1:00 p.m. – 2: 30 p.m. 

1:00 p.m. Welcome – Ms. Elizabet Elliott, Curator of Adult Education 

1:15 p.m. Dr. Matilde Tellaexte and/ and Dr. Martha LoCicero, Keepsake Program at Mobile Museum of Art

Introduction to Keepsake Training Workshops- Weathering Alzheimer’s through Art 

Through specifically designed gallery tours, art activity training, and guidance from Alzheimer’s disease pro-fessionals, the Mobile Museum of Art is partnering with the Alabama/Florida Panhandle Chapter of Alzhei-mer’s Association to offer a free touring program for those living with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease and their love ones.

2:00 p.m. – Ms. Julie McGee, Director, Area Agency on Aging 

Discussion of the Alabama Department of Senior Services contract with the Center for Leadership and Public Policy at Alabama State University to conduct a comprehensive dementia initiative for the state of Alabama. Alabama Dementia Initiative addresses the growing challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia in the state of Alabama.

2: 30 p.m. Announcements from Agencies 

Adjourn 

Seating is limited. Please register with Della Sanchez, LGSW, AL Cares Coordinator, 

dellasanchez@sarpc.org or 251-706-4650

THE  AREA AGENCY ON AGING PRESENTS :

Caregiver College 

Enhance your skills and knowledge of caring for 

a loved one during this FREE day course. 

8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Thursday, October 23, 2014 

Dementia 101 

Learn the basics on the most common forms of dementia. Find out what to expect during different stages of the disease. Learn what caregivers can do at different stages to cope with daily challenges; including communication and safety.

Coping as Caregiver— Check Mate! Taking Time for Yourself 

Learn skills for coping with caregiver stress. Get tips and ideas for keeping your-self well while caring for a family member or loved one.

SHIP Talk -The State Health Insurance Assistance Program 

Discussion to provide impartial counseling and information and are committed to help you make informed choices for yourself regarding your insurance benefits. SHIP can help you understand your Medicare benefits; determine which Medicare Prescription Drug Plan best fits your needs.

Legal Ease 

Meet with an experienced elder law attorney from the Davis & Neal law offices, and learn about medical and financial powers of attorney, long-range legal plans and other age-related topics.

POARCH CREEK INDIANS S.A.I.L CENTER 

5811 JACK SPRINGS ROAD, ATMORE, AL 36502 

To register for the free course, contact Sandra Day at 251-368-9136 , ext. 2315

Or email sday@pci-nsn.gov . Registration Closes October 20th Space is limited

Lunch will be provided.

APPLYING FOR CEU’S FOR NURSES & SOCIAL WORKERS

If you have any questions pleases contact:

James Roberson, MHA

Regional SHIP Coordinator

110 Beauregard St. Mobile , AL 36602

251-706-4617 (Ph)

251-706-0896 (fax)

jroberson@sarpc.org

Link to to the open enrollment flyer 9-14

This public seminar is for seniors and persons with disabilities as well as lay persons who provide their care or manage their financial or legal affairs. Along with information, free power of attorneys and advanced directives are provided for people age 60 and older.

The seminar for lay people is on Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at Via Health Fitness and Enrichment Center, located at 1717 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36606.  Times:  9:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. for seminar, 12:30 – 4:30pm for free power of attorneys and advanced directives.

The seminar for professionals is on Tuesday, July 29 from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. at the Via Center and on Thursday at the James Nix Center in Fairhope.  CEU’s are available.

The seminar speaker is Clayton Davis, Attorney at Law, who has over 35 years of experience with nursing home Medicaid and other public benefits and probate matters.

For more information, call the Area Agency on Aging at 251-433-6541.

caregiver college flyer AUG20

Time to sign up for the next Caregiver College. Enhance your skills and knowledge of caring at this one day free event.  Deadline for registration is August 15.