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September is Falls Prevention Month Take advantage of these free programs open to the community.
Tuesday, Sept 22: Learn about safety mechanics, devices, fall recovery, home safety recommendations, and more from a physical therapist. 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., Ring House meeting room | 1801 East Jefferson Street, Rockville Thursday, Sept. 24: Learn how you can reduce your fall risk from an occupational therapist. 2:00 – 3:00 p.m., Revitz House activity center | 6111 Montrose Road, Rockville RSVP to Falls Prevention programs. Call Wellness Coordinator Crystal Key, 301. 816.5048
Remember This:
Two free seminars addressing crucial topics in dementia and memory care
Updates on Alzheimer’s treatments – Oct. 29 Our free Remember This lecture series for professional and family caregivers opens this fall with Updates on Alzheimer’s Treatments, presented by neurologist Paul Dash, MD, of Johns Hopkins Community Physicians and Johns Hopkins Medical School. Dr. Dash will review medications, the potential of nutraceuticals (foods with health benefits) and other non-pharmacological treatments, and anticipated therapies.
Dr. Paul Dash
Spiritual approaches to memory care – Nov. 12
Michael Wilbon
The Remember This series continues in November with a panel discussion to offer support and guidance for caregivers moderated by Rabbi James Michaels. Panelists include:
An evening with Michael Wilbon – Nov. 11
Rabbi Steve Glazer, principal, Glazer Consulting As a congregational rabbi for more than 40 years, Rabbi Glazer has had extensive experience counseling individuals caring for aging family members and those with dementia.
Join us Wednesday, November 11, at Woodmont Country Club to meet and hear one of today’s most popular sports commentators, Michael Wilbon.
The Rev.Wayne H. Larson, senior director, Spiritual Life, Integrace/Copper Ridge As an Episcopal priest, a good part of his ministry has been devoted to serving individuals with dementia in residential communities and in the parish.
Wilbon co-hosts ESPN’s award-winning show Pardon the Interruption, is a contributor to ESPN’s and ABC’s coverage of the NBA, and is a columnist for ESPN.com. He also appears weekly on ESPN Radio 1000 in Chicago and ESPN Radio 980 in Washington, DC, with Tony Kornheiser. Wilbon began his career as a reporter at The Washington Post in 1980. From 1990 to 2010, he was the paper’s sports columnist, commenting both on the issues of the day as they related to sports and on what transpired on the fields or courts. He left the Post to assume an expanded role with ESPN and ABC. The event, including cocktails, dinner, and networking, begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is $125 per person. Register at www.smithlifecommunities.org or call 301.770.8329. n
Sister Kathleen Weber, C.S.C., coordinator, Holy Cross Caregiver Resource Center Sister Kathy Weber, has been providing caregiver support services in Montgomery County for 20 years. She provides support to caregivers and senior care professionals about 400 times each month. The Remember This lecture series is sponsored by the Hurwitz Lecture Fund, and offers continuing education credit. Both lectures take place at Landow House: 5:30 p.m., complimentary supper; 6:00 p.m., lecture. n
RSVP to Remember This seminars call Marketing Director Jill Berkman, 301.816.5052.
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Anachnu M’vorachim.We are blessed. Popular Jewish rock singer Rick Recht performed for children from the Jewish Community Center preschool and residents at Charles E. Smith Life Communities as cameras captured the engaging spirit of this intergenerational moment. Watch for our newest video, We are Blessed, at our November and December events.
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