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How to Improve Safety in
the Home
Is it safe to leave a person with Alzheimer’s disease at home alone?
That’s a question that’s often on the minds of many family caregivers. The
answer depends, to a large extent, on the stage of the individual’s disease.
Before a person with Alzheimer’s is left alone, he or she should be evaluated
on the following:
• Does the person with Alzheimer’s become confused or unpredictable
under stress?
• Can he or she recognize a dangerous situation, like a fire?
• Does the person know how to call 911?
• Is the person normally content within the home?
• Does the person tend to wander and become disoriented?
• Does the person show signs of agitation, depression, or withdrawal
when left at home for any period of time?
• Does the person attempt to pursue former interests or hobbies (cooking,
appliance repair, woodwork ing, etc.) that might now warrant supervision?
In addressing safety in the home, caregivers should not attempt to change
the behavior of the person with Alzheimer’s. Don’t lecture the person about
safety. Instead, caregivers should focus on safety prevention in the home.
Modify the tasks done in the home so that they are simple and not rushed.
It’s important that caregivers be realistic about safety in the home. They will
never be able to anticipate every hazard. Nor, will they be able to predict
the actions of the person with Alzheimer’s.
Caregivers should begin by doing a thorough room-by-room home safety
evaluation. The home should be divided into three zones. One of the zones
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Join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Walk either one mile or three miles at one of the following locations:
Gloucester
September 15
10:00 a.m.
Botetourt
Elementary School
Fredericksburg
Richmond
September 29
10:00 a.m.
University of
Mary Washington
October 6
10:00 a.m.
Innsbrook
Markel Plaza, 4600 Cox Rd.
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The event’s 64 table hosts,
who were led by Phoebe
Also, a special thank-you
goes to Genworth Financial
(Title Sponsor) and Hall &
Hall Family Law (Presenting
Sponsor); and the following
Benefactor Sponsors:
Dominion Resources,
Kelleher Corp., Parker,
Pollard, Wilton & Peaden,
PC, Tavener & Beran, PLC,
ThompsonMcMullen, PC,
and Visiting Angels.
Plans are already underway
for the 2013 Reasons to
Hope Breakfast. Contact
Ashleigh Moody at
[email protected] or
804 – 967 – 2581 for more
information.
The one-hour program
featured a new video about
the chapter’s services,
produced by Dominion
Resources. Don Talbott,
diagnosed with YoungerOnset Alzheimer’s, offered a
moving presentation about
Table Host Chairs, Ted Ukrop and
Phoebe Hall
• Use appliances that have an auto shut-off
• Install a hidden gas valve or circuit breaker on
the stove so a person with dementia cannot turn
it on. Or, consider removing the knobs from the
burner.
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including kitchen utensils, and firearms, and
cleaning products in a secure place.
• Discard toxic plants and decorative fruits that
may be mistaken for real food.
• Remove vitamins, prescription and over the
counter drugs, sugar substitutes, and seasonings
from the kitchen tables and counters.
Medications should be kept in a locked area at all
times.
• Supervise the use of tobacco and alcohol. Both
may have harmful side effects and may interact
dangerously with some medications. A person
with dementia who smokes should not be left
alone; a forgotten cigarette left burning could
start a fire.
The Alzheimer’s Association offers hundreds of
additional tips on home safety. Many can be found at
www.alz.org/safetycenter/we_can_help_safety_
issues.asp. Also, home safety brochures may be
ordered from the chapter by calling 800 – 272 – 3900.
Vice President
Andrea Yoak, Esq.
ThompsonMcMullan, P.C.
Combined Virginia Campaign Code #6093
Combined Federal Campaign Code #88396
Local Government Campaign Code #6002
These numbers can change, so please check
your campaign booklet regarding the
number — check the listing for Alzheimer's
Association Greater Richmond Chapter.
In the Richmond area, CHC-VA sponsors
workplace campaigns in several companies.
If your company is one of these sites, look
for Alzheimer’s Association Greater
Richmond Chapter in the CHC-VA or
company brochure.
Many United Ways also support donor
option in their workplace campaigns. These
programs are not always advertised by
United Way solicitors. The Greater
Richmond Chapter’s code for the United
Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg is
3015. It is suggested that you also write in
Alzheimer’s Association Greater Richmond
Chapter.
Treasurer
Steven Zabel
Genworth Financial
Secretary
Brenda Mitchell, R.N.
Crater Community Hospice
The Board also elected the following new members for
a two-year term also effective July 1:
Nancy Bolio
Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on
Aging
Phoebe Hall, Esq.
Hall & Hall Family Law
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feature. Keep them away from water sources
(e.g., kitchen and bathroom sinks).
• Store grills, lawn mowers, power tools, knives,
President
Marie Kolendo, M.B.A.
Genworth Financial
The Alzheimer's Association Greater
Richmond Chapter is a member of the
Community Health Charities of Virginia
(CHC).Through CHC, we participate in
many workplace campaigns which normally
take place in the fall. The following
information should be helpful should you
wish to support the Greater Richmond
Chapter:
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The third zone would be a safe zone for the loved
one with Alzheimer’s. Even the most basic
appliances or household objects can be dangerous,
particularly for a person with dementia. The
Alzheimer‘s Association suggests:
Board Elects Officers
and Members
The Chapter’s Board of Directors elected the following
new officers who take their posts on July 1:
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Another area of the house should be a storage zone.
All hazardous materials, including prescription
drugs, would be stored in this zone. The zone
would obviously be restricted and out-of-bounds to
the person with dementia.
We want to
thank our
many sponsors and
golfers who
helped
make the
event such a
success.
Once again
Golf winners
this year,
Genworth Financial was the Golden Sponsor. Gibson,
Dunn & Crutcher was the Silver Sponsor and McGuire
Woods and Squire Sanders were Beverage Cart Sponsors. In
addition to the sponsors, many local golf courses and other
companies stepped up with donations for door prizes and
the silent auction, which raised over $3,600.
The team of Scott Paciocco, Matt Paciocco, Mike Keck, and
Vince Naduea were the overall winners of the tournament.
Safety in the home
should be a special area just for the caregiver, a space
off-limits to anyone else. Everyone needs private,
quiet time. This is particularly critical for
Alzheimer’s caregivers.
The chapter raised over $49,000 at its 9th Annual A Round
to Remember held on April 27. The tournament which was
held at The Hollows Golf Club attracted over 150 golfers.
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“This breakfast is a
tremendous opportunity for
us to acquaint people with
the fine work of the
Alzheimer’s Association.
We’re thankful that they
heard our message and
responded with such
generosity,” said Sherry
Peterson, the chapter’s CEO.
his personal battles with the
disease. Also, Kitty
Kennedy, a long-time
caregiver, challenged the
attendees to “make a
difference.”
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The crowd filled the
ballroom of the Hilton
Richmond Hotel and Spa at
Short Pump. The event, one
of the chapter’s biggest
fundraisers, generated more
than $195,000. Most of the
donations were in the form
of multi-year pledges.
Hall and Ted Ukrop, are
credited with much of the
success. Each host was
responsible for inviting
potential donors to fill a
table.
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Alzheimer’s Association
rallied in March at the
chapter’s fourth annual
Reasons to Hope Breakfast.
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Note from the CEO
National Alzheimer’s Plan
As the fiscal year comes to an end, I want to take this opportunity to thank
all of our board members, donors, volunteers, and friends for their support
during the year. We could not do all that we do without your help.
On May 15, the federal government released the
country’s first-ever National Alzheimer’s Plan – a
historic achievement for not only those living with
the disease and their families, but for all Americans.
It is a result of a mandate in the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA), which passed unanimously
in Congress in December 2010 with strong bipartisan support, thanks to the work of Alzheimer’s Association advocates across the country.
Unfortunately, the number of people affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias continues to grow as does the need for our services. We want to be
there for all those who need us — whether it is with a friendly voice on the
phone, a group of caregivers supporting one another, education for family and
professional caregivers, or care consultation to guide a family through this
difficult journey.
In order to better meet the demands for our services, we plan to add program staff in the coming months.
For this reason, we have made the decision that this will be our last printed newsletter.
We want to stay in touch with all of our friends. We will be sending a quarterly e-newsletter and other updates on a regular basis. In addition, for those who do not have access to email, we will mail a semiannual
update of programs and events.
You will find a postcard in this newsletter on which you can give us your email address or indicate you
would like to receive the semiannual mailing. You may also sign up for the e-newsletter on our website,
www.alz.org/grva.
Thank you for helping the chapter be here for all who need us now. And please continue to work with the
Alzheimer’s Association as we move toward our vision of “a world without Alzheimer’s disease.”
Sincerely,
Sherry E. Peterson, MSW
CEO
[email protected]
Alzheimer’s Disease and Long Term Care
One of the biggest concerns to those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is the financial impact on the family. Because the duration of the disease generally can range from four to as
many as 20 years after a diagnosis, the need for long term
care support is essential, so the need for families to plan
ahead before the need arises is critical.
The cost of Alzheimer’s disease takes many forms. According to the Genworth 2012 Cost of Care Survey, the median
cost of just one year in a nursing home is $81,030.
Genworth is proud
to be a Platinum
Level National Team
of the Walk to End
Alzheimer’s.
Genworth Financial
is a 2012 Gold
Champion Sponsor
of the Greater
Richmond Chapter
In addition to the significant
cost of paid care, unpaid caregivers, primarily family members, provided 17.4 billion hours of unpaid care valued at
more than $210.5 billion in 2011 alone. Genworth’s 2010
study, Beyond Dollars: The True Cost of Long Term Caring, draws out the often-overlooked costs to caregivers and
families in terms of short-term impact on jobs, longer-term
effect on careers, significant reductions in savings for the future (particularly retirement and college), and the broad and
heartbreaking impact on family relationships.
Having the conversation around long term care planning
can be awkward, but by talking now and taking charge, you
and your loved ones can be better prepared for life’s twists
and turns. The resources provided at www.caringtalk.com will help your family with tools
and resources necessary to appropriately plan for potential long term care needs.
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The Plan, which will result in important progress
when fully implemented, sets out five goals: (1) prevent and effectively treat Alzheimer’s by 2025;
(2) optimize care quality and efficiency; (3) expand
support for people with the disease and their caregivers; (4) enhance public awareness and engagement; and (5) track progress and drive improvement.
Many of the specific action items within each of
these goals are a result of input provided from those
affected by this disease in over 130 Alzheimer’s Association public input sessions held last summer.
Already we’ve seen progress. Because of the Plan, an
additional $50 million has been committed by the
National Institutes of Health this year for Alzheimer’s research, and another $6 million is being spent
by the Administration on increasing public aware-
ness and educating health care professionals. The
next important milestone is for Congress to approve
the Plan’s additional funding for 2013. Specifically,
Congress needs to provide an additional $100 million in the fight against Alzheimer’s for 2013 — $80
million for research, $10.5 million for caregiver support, and $9.5 million for public awareness, physician education, and data collection. Contact your
members of Congress today and ask them to support
the budget request for $100 million in additional
resources to fight Alzheimer’s. Families cannot wait
any longer.
Sign Up & Join Us:
Become an Alzheimer’s Advocate!
Be kept up-to-date
on advocacy issues
and have the opportunity to participate
in grassroots advocacy activities, including Action
Alerts! when the Alzheimer’s Association needs you
to contact your elected officials.
Go to www.alz.org;
click on Join the Cause;
click on Advocacy;
click on Join us.
Education Program helps those living with
Alzheimer’s Disease and Caregivers
The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is life-changing and leads to many
questions:
• What will this mean for me and my family?
• How do I plan for the future?
• Where can I get the help I need?
Living with Alzheimer’s: For People with Alzheimer’s is an interactive three-part
program, which includes: what you need to know, what you need to plan, and
what you can do to navigate this chapter of your life.
A companion program is available for caregivers. It consists of three series:
• Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia — the Early Stage
• Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia — the Moderate Stage
• Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia — The Late Stage
For more information on the Living with Alzheimer’s Series, see the upcoming
programs in this newsletter or contact the Chapter office in your area.
Topics include:
Understanding
Alzheimer’s disease and
memory loss
Partnering with your
medical team
Effective
communication and
telling others about the
diagnosis
Coping with changes
and making decisions
Daily strategies and
safety issues
Opportunities for
supporting research
Resources for people
with early-stage
Alzheimer's disease
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fREdericksburg AREA
Getting Started: What to Do When
Your Family Member has been
Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or
Dementia
July 19, Sept. 20, Nov. 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.,
2217 Princess Anne St., 2nd fl. Conference rm.,
Fredericksburg, 22401
Living with Alzheimer’s &
Dementia: The Moderate Stage
August 13 — What You Need to Know
August 20 — What You Need to Do
August 27 — What You Need to Plan
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., Dorothy Hart Community
Center, 409 Canal St., Fredericksburg, 22401
Living with Alzheimer’s &
Dementia: The Early Stage
Sept. 10 — What You Need to Know
Sept. 17 — What You Need to Do
September 24 — What You Need to Plan
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, Tompkins-Martin
Building, Mary Washington Hospital, 1001 Sam
Perry Blvd., Fredericksburg, 22401
Living with Alzheimer’s &
Dementia: For people with the
disease (Early Stage)
Sept. 10 — Learning About the Disease
Sept. 17 — Decisions & Making Choices
Sept. 24 — Coping with the Disease
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, Tompkins-Martin
Building, Mary Washington Hospital, 1001 Sam
Perry Blvd., Fredericksburg, 22401
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MLiving with Alzheimer’s: The
Middle Stage
August 2 — What You Need to Know
August 9 — What You Need to Do
August 16 — What You Need to Plan
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., The Orchard – Magnolia
Manor, 62 Delfae Dr., Warsaw 22572
Living with Alzheimer’s: The Early
Stage for Caregivers and the
Person with Dementia
Sept. 12 — What You Need to Know
Sept. 19 — What You Need to Do
Sept. 26 — What You Need to Plan
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Northern Neck Family
YMCA, 39 William B. Graham Ct.,
Kilmarnock, 22482
Living with Alzheimer’s: The
Middle Stage
Oct. 10 — What You Need to Know
Oct. 17 — What You Need to Do
Oct. 24 — What You Need to Plan
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Northern Neck Family
YMCA, 39 William B. Graham Ct.,
Kilmarnock, 22482
RICHMOND AREA
Activities at Home: Planning the
Day for the Person with Dementia
Sept. 11, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Elmcroft of
Chesterfield, 1000 Twin Ridge Ln.,
Richmond, 23235
Legal and Financial Guidance
Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Gayton Terrace,
12401 Gayton Rd., Henrico, 23233
Living with Alzheimer’s and
Dementia: The Early Stage — for
Caregivers
July 12 — What You Need to Know
July 19 — What You Need to Do
July 26 — What You Need to Plan
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Gayton Terrace, 12401
Gayton Rd., Henrico, 23233
Living with Alzheimer’s and
Dementia: The Early Stage — for
Persons with Dementia
August 1 — What You Need to Know
August 8 — What You Need to Do
August 15 — What You Need to Plan
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Morningside Bellgrade,
2800 Polo Pkwy., Midlothian, 23113
Living with Alzheimer’s and
Dementia: The Middle Stage — for
Caregivers
September 6 — What You Need to Know
September 13 — What You Need to Do
September 20 — What You Need to Plan
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Gayton Terrace, 12401
Gayton Rd., Henrico, 23233
Living with Alzheimer’s and
Dementia: The Late Stage — for
Caregivers
Sept. 27 — What You Need to Know
Oct. 4 — What You Need to Plan
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Circle Center Adult Day
Services, 4900 West Marshall St., Richmond, 23230
Soup for the Caregiver’s SouL
July 24, 2012, 11:00 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.,
Morningside Bellgrade, 2800 Polo Pkwy.,
Midlothian, 23113
August 14, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Elmcroft of
Chesterfield, 1000 Twin Ridge Ln.,
Richmond, 23235
Making the Most of Your Visit
with the Person with Dementia
Oct. 9, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Elmcroft of
Chesterfield, 1000 Twin Ridge Ln.,
Richmond, 23235
TRI-Cities AREA
Living with Alzheimer’s: The
Moderate Stage
July 11 — What You Need to Know
July 18 — What You Need to Do
July 25 — What You Need to Plan
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Riverview on the
Appomattox, 201 Epps St., Hopewell, 23860
Getting Started: What to do
When Your Family Member has
been Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
or Dementia
August 14, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Alzheimer’s
Association, 201 Temple Ave., Colonial
Heights, 23834
Living with Alzheimer’s: The
Moderate Stage
Sept. 5 — What You Need to Know
Sept. 12 — What You Need to Do
Sept. 19 — What You Need to Plan
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Hopewell Healthcare &
Rehabilitation Center, 905 Cousins Ave.,
Hopewell, 23860
Caregiver’s Forum: Alzheimer’s
Disease and Other Related
Dementias
Sept. 20, Sign-in starts at 3:30 p.m. Program is from
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Riverside PACE, 315 Brown
St. Petersburg, 23803 Registration is free. Respite
available with registration.
Getting Started: What to do
When Your Family Member has
been Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
or Dementia
Oct. 16, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Alzheimer’s
Association, 201 Temple Ave., Colonial
Heights, 23834.
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Living with Alzheimer’s &
Dementia: The Middle Stage
Oct. 11 — What You Need to Know
Oct. 18 — What You Need to Do
Oct. 25 — What You Need to Plan
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon, Tompkins-Martin
Building, Mary Washington Hospital, 101 Sam
Perry Blvd., Fredericksburg, 22401
Planning for the Holidays
Nov. 20, 1:30 p.m., Home Care America, 2017
Plank Rd. (Westwood Shopping Center)
Living with Alzheimer’s and
Dementia: The Early Stage — for
Persons with Dementia
August 7 — What You Need to Know
August 14 — What You Need to Do
August 21 — What You Need to Plan
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Alzheimer’s Association,
201 Temple Ave. Ste. E, Colonial Heights, 23834
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Signs — When to Take Action
Oct. 2, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Ladysmith Library,
7199 Clara Smith Dr., Ruther Glen, 22456
MP/NN: 804-695-9382, ellie.galloway @ alz.org
Tri-Cities: 804-526-2359, felicia.epps @ alz.org
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Richmond: 804-967-2580, fran.foster @ alz.org
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To register call or e-mail:
Communit y Resources: What are
my Options Medicaid vs Medicare?
July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., Goodwill of Central
Virginia, 65 Crater Cr., Petersburg, 23805
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Advanced registration is required for all programs. Registration and/or payment must be
received by the Alzheimer’s Association at least four business days prior to training.
Living with Alzheimer’s and
Dementia: The Early Stage — for
Caregivers
August 1 — What You Need to Know
August 8 — What You Need to Do
August 15 — What You Need to Plan
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Morningside Bellgrade,
2800 Polo Pkwy., Midlothian, 23113
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Estes Express Conference
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Monthly Support GRoups
Fredericksburg Area
Mechanicsville, 2nd WEDNESday, 9:30 a.m.
Hanover Adult Day Center, 7231 Stonewall Pkwy.,
Vivian Bagby, 804 – 321 – 1649 & Barbara Allen,
Carriage Hill Health & Rehabilitation Center,
6106 Health Center Ln., Judy Scheibe, 540 – 898 – 1378 804 – 782 – 1942
Fredericksburg, 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
November 1, 2012
Fredericksburg, 3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Richmond West • 6531 West Broad Street
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Registration opens at 8:30)
BOWLING GREEN, 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Bowling Green United Methodist Church,
112 S. Main St., Jimy Edwards, 804 – 512 – 1628
New to the Fredericksburg Area
Featuring:
Early Stage Support Group for Caregivers and
those Diagnosed with Dementia If you are
Sam Gandy, M.D., Ph.D.
William Thies, Ph.D
Jolene Brackey
New Directions in
Alzheimer's Research
Alzheimer’s: The Past and
The Present
Creating Moments of Joy
Dr. Gandy is a Professor of
Neurology and Psychiatry
Dr. Thies is the Chief Medical
and Scientific Officer,
Alzheimer's Association
Director, Mount Sinai Center
for Cognitive Health
Homecare America, 2017 Plank Rd. (Westwood
Shopping Ctr.), Lori Myers, 540 – 370 – 0835
Associate Director, Mount
Sinai Alzheimer's Disease
Research Center, Mount Sinai
School of Medicine and James J
Peters VA Medical Center
Author: Creating Moments of Joy
for people with dementia
“My passion is to change
society’s attitude towards aging
by inspiring minds,
rejuvenating spirits, and
empowering people to make a
difference in the way we care
for our elders.”
After 10/1/12
Family Caregiver
$30
$35
Professional Caregiver*
$60
$70
Registration:
Call 804 – 967 – 2580 or e-mail [email protected]
KILMARNOCK, 4th Thurs., 10:30 a.m.
Bon Air Methodist Church, 1645 Buford Rd.,
Rm. 202, Nancy Lentz, 804 – 967 – 2586 & Al
Larson, 804 – 320 – 3890
Commonwealth Assisted Living, 460 S. Main St.,
Respite care available with reservation. Maryanne Lee,
Midlothian, 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
804 – 435 – 9896
Brandermill Woods Retirement Community,
Urbanna, 4th Thursday, 1:30 p.m.
14311 Brandermill Woods Trail, Merle Kahn,
Port Town Village Apts., 111 Port Town Ln., Barbara
804 – 967 – 2575
Swain, 804 – 758 – 2386
Gloucester, 2nd Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Gloucester House, 7657 Meredith Dr., Respite care
available with reservation, Ted Leonard,
804 – 642 – 9189
The Orchard, 62 Delfae Dr., Respite care available
with reservation. Jill White, 804 – 313 – 2446 & Carolyn Costello
MATHEWS, 3RD TUESDAY, 10:00a.m.
Central United Methodist Church, 121 Church St.
Rev. Suzanne Gibson, 804 – 725 – 2832
Adult Children, 2nd Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Bon Air Methodist Church, 1645 Buford Rd.,
Rm. 207, Lynda Gormus, 804 – 320 – 0619 & Al
Larson, 804 – 320 – 3890
Early Stage, 4th Thursday, 1:30 p.m.
Call the Chapter Office for information,
804 – 967 – 2580
East End, 4th Saturday, 12:00 p.m.
First Union Baptist Church, 3510 Dill Rd., Jacki Page,
804 – 321 – 2573
Bereavement Support Group
We now have available a support group for those who have
recently lost a loved one to a dementia disease. The group is
time limited with six sessions and is only offered in Richmond
at this time. Please call Mary Ann Johnson or Nancy Lentz at
804 – 967 – 2580. Registration is required and space is limited.
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Midlothian, 2nd Wednesday, 10:00 a.m.
Southside, 3rd tuesday, 2:00 p.m.
Richmond Area
*Professional Caregivers pay $50 each for groups of four or more from same facility.
Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 11220 Nuckols Rd.,
Jessica Samet, 804 – 321 – 0066 & Linnea Beason,
804 – 869 – 2255
MP/Nn Area
WARSAW, 2nd Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.
Before 10/1/12
Far West End, 1st Monday, 10:00 a.m.
New Life United Methodist Church, 900 Old
Hundred Rd., Bob Schaefer, 804 – 310 – 7991 &
Leigh Hilldrup 804 – 839 – 0236
7335 Lewis Ave., Ellie Galloway, 804 – 695 – 9382
Registration fee includes lunch and breaks
Lakewood Manor, 1900 Lauderdale Dr., Mary Ann
Johnson, 804 – 967 – 2582 & Frank Schwall,
804 – 521 – 9154
interested, please contact Lori Myers at
540 – 370 – 0835 or [email protected]
Gloucester, 3rd Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Cost:
Far West End, 3rd Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.
Chesterfield, 3rd Thursday, 7:00 p.m.
Lucy Corr Village, 6800 Lucy Corr Ct., Classroom,
Blanche Castelow, 804 – 748 – 5585 & Edith Byrnes
ASHLAND, 1ST TUESDAY, 7:00 p.m.
First Baptist Church, 800 Thompson St., Bob Junod
804 – 752 – 2219
Goochland, 2nd Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Dover Baptist Church, 8635 Manakin-Sabot,
Suzanne Mills, 804 – 784 – 2025
Younger Onset – Call the Richmond office for
information, 804 – 967 – 2580.
Tri-Cities Area
Hopewell, 1st Tuesday, 3:00 p.m.
River View on the Appomattox Nursing Home,
201 Eppes St., Conference Rm., Blanche Castelow,
804 – 748 – 5585 & June Gilliam 804 – 748 – 6668
Petersburg, 3rd Thursday, 11:30 a.m.
Greenfield Reflections of Petersburg, 550 Flank Rd.,
Conference Rm., Lunch & respite provided. Felicia
Epps, 804 – 526 – 2359 & Teresa Brewer,
804 – 467 – 5155
Colonial Heights, 4th Tuesday, 11:00 a.m.
Dunlop House Assisted Living & Specialized
Alzheimer’s Care, 235 Dunlop Farms Blvd., Felicia
Epps, 804 – 526 – 2359 & Christina Dhir,
804 – 288 – 0122
DINWIDDIE, 2ND WEDNESDAY, 5:00 p.m.
Care Advantage, 25801 Cox Rd., Petersburg, Felicia
Epps 804 – 526 – 2359
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Professional Training
cHAPTER INFORMATION
leave a Legacy of Hope:
Board of Directors
Marie Kolendo, M.B.A.
Advanced registration is required for all Professional Training.
Founders Society
Registration and payment must be received at least four business days
prior to the training.
The Founders Society of the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Richmond
Chapter was established to thank those who have made a bequest or other
lifetime gift to the organization. In addition to providing a lasting legacy
of care, support and hope, members will receive these benefits:
fREDERICKSBURG AREA
To register call: 540 – 370 – 0835, or e-mail: [email protected].
President
Andrea Yoak, Esq.
• News about advances in Alzheimer’s research, prevention, caregiving
and advocacy efforts to make the Alzheimer’s crisis a national priority
4 hour Dementia-specific Training
Paul Scott Insurance & Financial Services, 2115 Lafayette Blvd., Fredericksburg
22408, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fee for each session is $30 per person. August 15,
Oct. 17, Dec. 12
• Notices of local and national Association events and meetings
• Timely updates on how substantial estate planning and tax changes
may affect you
• Special recognition in Chapter’s annual report and other publications
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• The opportunity to take an active role in awareness and advocacy
campaigns
• Receive Aspire Magazine — A special publication of the Alzheimer’s
Association
To register call: 804 – 695 – 9382 or e-mail: [email protected].
4 hour Dementia-specific orientation Training
September 21, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Lancaster Community Library, 6235 School
St., Kilmarnock 22482. Fee for each session is $30 per person.
Opportunities
include gifts through
a will bequest, living
trust, charitable gift
annuity, charitable
life income trust,
retirement plan, life
insurance and real
estate.
RIChmond AREA
To register call: call 804 – 967 – 2580 or email: [email protected].
4 hour Dementia-specific Training
Markel Plaza Building, 4600 Cox Rd., Glen Allen 23060, 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fee for each session is $30.00 per person. July 5, Sept. 6, Nov. 8
Art and Dementia
Expression through art gives those struggling with memory loss a way to tell
their stories. Even when words are no longer possible, they can express their feelings in the language of paint, music, or dance. This workshop will train care
providers to facilitate an art program for people with dementia. It will include
practical tips and interactive activities.
Have you
remembered
the Alzheimer's
Association in your will or trust? Please let us know!
If you would like more information about the Founder’s Society, please
contact Ashleigh Moody at 804 – 967 – 2581 or [email protected].
Markel Plaza Building, 4600 Cox Rd., Glen Allen, 23060, July 31,
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Fee is $30 per person and includes lunch.
VICE-President
Steve Zabel
Treasurer
Brenda Mitchell, R.N.
Secretary
Nancy Bolio
Betty M. Fahed
Nick Faraone
Phoebe Hall, Esq.
Arlene Hayes
Scott A. Paciocco
Shannon Riviere
Lynne K. Seward
Ivan K. Tolbert, M.P.A.
Corporate Community
Advocates
Mark S. Cross, MeadWestvaco
William C. Hall, Jr., Dominion
James L. Philips, KPMG, LLP
Buck Stinson, Genworth Financial
Medical Advisory Council
Debbie Perkins, MS, APRN, GNP-BC
Patricia W. Slattum, Ph.D.
Holly L. Stanley, M.D.
Victor Vieweg, M.D.
sTAFF
Sherry E. Peterson, M.S.W.
Chief Executive Officer
Kevin Northrop, M.B.A.
Director of Finance & Operations
Ashleigh Moody, CFRE.
Director of Development
Mary Ann Johnson, M.A.
program director
Nancy Lentz
Family Care Coordinator
Merle Kahn, Ph.D.
Program Assistant
Jessica Samet M.S.W.
CaRE Consultant
Sandy Grady
Walk Manager
John Peterman
Development Assistant
Alyssa H. McBride, M.P.A.
Grant Writer
Carter Harrison
State Public Policy Director
Fran Foster
Office Manager
Building Your Skills: A Person Centered Approach
This training meets the requirements of the VA DSS for Licensed Assisted Living
Facilities. Certificates of attendance are issued upon completion and receipt of
payment.
Memorials
This fiscal year, the Chapter has received over $42,000 in tribute gifts in honor
of or in memory of a loved one, friend or colleague. The Chapter greatly
appreciates that so many people choose to remember their loved ones and the
Alzheimer’s Association in this way.
Markel Plaza Building, 4600 Cox Rd., Glen Allen, 23060, Oct. 15 and 16,
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fee is $50 and includes lunch both days.
tRI-Cities AREA
To register: call 804 – 526 – 2359 or e-mail: [email protected].
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A listing of the memorials and tributes is on our website at www.alz.org/grva.
4600 Cox Rd., Ste. 130
Glen Allen, VA 23060
804-967-2580
Please contact the office if you would like more information about the memorial
gift program.
2217 Princess Anne St., #106-1F
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-370-0835
Fredericksburg Branch Office
Middle Peninsula/Northern Neck
Branch Office
P.O. Box 1881, 7335 Lewis Ave.
Gloucester, VA 23061
804-695-9382
Tri-Cities Branch Office
201 Temple Ave., Ste. E
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
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4 hour Dementia-specific Training
Goodwill of Central Virginia, 65 Crater Cr., Petersburg 23805,
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Fee for each session is $30.00 per person.
August 15, Oct. 17, Dec. 12
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Reason to Hope
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National plan
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Family Education
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