Delaware Valley Chapter
Annual South Jersey Dementia Conference
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
8:00—8:45
REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN, EXHIBITS
& CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
8:45—9:00
WELCOME & OPENING REMARKS
9:00—10:15
KEYNOTE SESSION
Many Voices, One Song: Caring for
Dementia Patients & Family Caregivers
—A Music Therapy Approach
Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC/L
10:15—10:30
BREAK/EXHIBIT TIME
10:30—12:00
BREAKOUT SESSION (SELECT ONE)
12:00—12:15
12:15—1:15
EXHIBITS & BOOKSTORE
LUNCH & AWARD CEREMONY
1:15—2:45
BREAKOUT SESSION (SELECT ONE)
2:45—3:00
BREAK, EXHIBITS & BOOKSTORE
SPONSORS
PRESENTING SPONSOR
MAJOR SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
3:00—4:15
PLENARY SESSION
Managing the Neuropsychiatric Symptoms
of Dementia: An Evolving Practice
Allan A. Anderson, MD, CMD, DFAPA
4:15—4:30
EVALUATION SUBMISSION,
PROFESSIONAL CEU CERTIFICATES
& CHECK-OUT
CANCELLATION POLICY:
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
800.272.3900, www.alz.org/delval
Refunds will not be provided for any reason after May 19,
2015.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC/L
Dr. Reuer is known internationally for her expertise in music-centered wellness and music therapy. She is a graduate of the
University of Iowa, and has more than 35 years of clinical experience in schools, convalescent facilities, retirement homes,
hospices, medical and psychiatric hospitals and more. She is the Founder and Director of MusicWorx, Inc., a consulting agency and
has established Resounding Joy, Inc., a non-profit organization to provide supportive and healing music environments for adults and
children who are homebound or have special needs. Dr. Reuer has authored and co-authored several books and articles and has
served as President of the National Association of Music Therapy. She has also been the recipient of the American Music Therapy Association’s
national Professional Practice Award in 2000, and the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2008.
South Jersey
Dementia
Conference
6. 2. 2015
“Best Alzheimer’s conference
I’ve attended”
- 2013 Conference Attendee
DIRECTIONS:
Crowne Plaza
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
www.cherryhillcrowne.com
856-665-6666
From Atlantic City and South Jersey
Take the Atlantic City Expressway to Route 42
North to Interstate 295 North to Exit 34B
(Cherry Hill/Route 70 West).
Proceed on Route 70 West approximately four
miles to the Cuthbert Blvd. / Collingswood Exit.
Make a left at the first traffic light. The hotel is
on the left.
From Philadelphia International Airport
Take Interstate 95 North to the Walt Whitman
Bridge. From Bridge follow 676 East to Route
130 North to Route 70 east to the hotel on the
right (approximately 12 miles from the airport).
From Trenton, NJ
Take Interstate 295 South to exit 34B (Cherry
Hill/Route 70 West). Proceed approximately
four miles on 70 West to Cuthbert
Blvd/Collingswood exit. Make a left turn at the
first traffic light. Hotel is on left. (approximately
1/8 mile).
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
(A) Thinking Outside the Box: Understanding the Impact & Power of Pet Therapy
Lynne Robinson, M.Ed. (PAWS for People)
This session is designed to teach family members and healthcare professionals how to incorporate pet
therapy into interactions with loved ones and clients. Participants will learn the benefits of pet therapy as
well as how to support, encourage, motivate and calm persons with dementia by using the assistance of a
gentle, affectionate pet.
(B) Alzheimer’s Disease Update
Dennis C. Graham, D.O. (Associates in Neurology)
Participants will hear an overview of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s, diagnostic testing, and the
pathology of the disease. Potential therapies and research updates will also be reviewed.
(Recommended for non-professional family caregivers)
(C) Optimizing Nutrition in Persons with Dementia
Mary C. DiBartolo, PhD, RN-BC, CNE (Salisbury University)
This session will provide an overview of nutrition-related problems in older adults with an emphasis on
specific challenges in persons with dementia. The importance of proper nutrition, as well as methods to
optimize intake, including the importance of oral care, will be discussed.
(D) Music Therapy Research Update for Dementia Patients and Caregivers
Barbara Reuer, PhD, MT-BC/L (Resounding Joy, Inc.)
This workshop will share the current “state of the art” in music therapy research and music therapy
practice when working with dementia patients. Techniques for managing stress of caregivers and care
receivers, music resources, and strategies to enhance relationships and promote relaxation will be
discussed. (Recommended for professionals)
(E) Caring for the Caregiver: Strategies & Support
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900
Care Consultation
Caregiver Support Groups
Early Stage Initiatives
Support Groups
REC Center
Peer to Peer
Safety Services
Diversity
Julie H. C. Bailey Learning Academy
Consumer Education
Professional Education
Trial Match ®
Advocacy
For more information on all our programs
& services, please call our 24/7 Helpline
800.272.3900 or find us on the web,
www.alz.org/delval.
Gloria Donnelly, PhD, RN, FAAN, FCPP (Drexel University)
With humor as a framework, this engaging session will examine personal caregiver experiences, issues
relating to aging, gaps in services and emerging solutions and trends. Participants will identify and discuss
caregiver stressors and solutions for effective coping.
(Recommended for non-professional family caregivers)
(F) The Prevention of Re-hospitalization for People with Cognitive Impairment
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, CWCN, CALA, NHA, FCPP (St. Joseph’s University)
This workshop will focus on the issues of re-hospitalization of persons with dementia. This population
has an increased risk of adverse effects from hospitalization and efforts to decrease re-admissions are
necessary to maintain the safety of these individuals.
“Valuable information for everyday caregiving”
- 2013 Conference Attendee
“Dynamic and knowledgeable speakers”
- 2012 Conference Attendee
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Internet: Register ONLINE & pay by credit card act.alz.org/2015SJconference
Scan the QR code to register with your smartphone!
Phone: 800.272.3900 & pay by credit card. May 27th deadline
Mail one completed form per registrant & pay by check or credit card. May 26th deadline.
PLEASE MAIL REGISTRATION FORMS & PAYMENT TO:
Alzheimer’s Association DVC ~ 240 N. James St., Suite 100A ~ Newport, DE 19804
Attn: SJ CONFERENCE
YOU CAN
REGISTER
BY THE FOLLOW-
2015 SJ Conference Registration Form
Please PRINT and complete one form per registrant. Space is LIMITED. Please register EARLY.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Professional, includes CEU hours ($100)
Payment by Check
*Only available for RN, NHA, CALA & Social Workers
Check #
Healthcare Professional ($50)
Nursing Assistant or CNA ($40)
Payment by Credit Card: Visa MasterCard Discover AMEX
Full Time Student with ID ($30)
Credit card number:
Family Caregiver (non-professional) ($25)
Exp. date:
*A limited # of scholarships are available for family caregivers.
Call 800.272.3900
Security code:
Name as it appears on the card:
TOTAL ENCLOSED
$
WORKSHOP SELECTION
Please select ONE workshop for each session time. Please be aware that workshop space is limited and sessions may fill up.
MORNING SESSION: 10:30 am—12:00 pm
Circle the letter of the session you want to attend.
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AFTERNOON SESSION: 1:15 pm—2:45 pm
Circle the letter of the session you want to attend.
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ATTENDEE INFORMATION
Name:
Organization (if applicable):
Address:
Phone:
Email:
License # & Profession/Title (CEU registrations only):
ENHANCE YOUR
CONFERENCE EXPERI1.
Stay Comfortable - bring a sweater or jacket. Room temperatures
can vary, so come layered.
2.
If you come with a team from your workplace, split up and go to
different sessions for a variety of information to share with your
organization.
3.
Go to our Chapter Bookstore and pick up some inspirational and
educational resources.
4.
We would like to use photographs from our conferences in our
promotional materials. By virtue of your attendance, we reserve the
right to use your likeness in such materials.
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
5.5 contact hours are pending approval through:

National Association for Long Term Care
Administrator Board (NAB)- for NHA and CALA

New Jersey State Nurses Association (NJSNA)

American Therapeutic Recreation Association
(ATRA)
Note: CE recipients must register, sign in/out at the
appropriate registration table, and attend the entire day to
receive CE credits.
Delaware Valley Chapter
399 Market Street, Suite 102
Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.alz.org/delval
800.272.3900
Delaware Valley Chapter
Annual South Jersey
Dementia Conference
SCAN TO REGISTER
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Crowne Plaza
2349 West Marlton Pike
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
“I just love this conference!
I always leave with something new.”
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