Jolene Brackey: Fall Dementia Event

Event Date: Thursday, October 5

Event Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.

Event Address: Living Word Lutheran Church, 800 E Southview Court, Marshall, MN 56258

To register: https://form.jotform.com/signatureaging/jolene-brackey

Author and nationwide speaker, Jolene Brackey, will help you through the everyday battles of Alzheimer’s with practical wisdom and encouragement.

Jolene's passion is to change society’s attitude toward aging by inspiring minds, rejuvenating spirits, and empowering people to make a difference in the way we care for our elders. This presentation is for professionals, caregivers, friends, family, and community members interested in learning more about dementia.

"Creating Moments of Joy" - 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. (2.0 CEUs)

In this presentation, you’ll be sure to see the vision. A vision that we will soon look beyond the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and focus more of our energy on creating moments of joy. It’s impossible to create a perfectly wonderful day, but you can create perfectly wonderful moments. Catch Jolene's energy and obtain fun, simple ways to bring joy and hope into everyday.

Lunch - 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

"Family Moments" - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m..

Families have the knowledge to build a bridge between the care provider, and the person with Alzheimer’s. Families can share missing details, create links to a person’s mind, and assist in giving back their greatness. This will educate families how to move, what to move, how to visit, and what to expect. Helping families understand dementia and how to apply that knowledge.

The cost of the event is $10 for caregivers and community members which includes a meal. Professionals with CEUs the cost is $20 which also includes a meal. Please indicate any dietary restrictions. If cost is a factor in attending please contact A.C.E. of SW MN at 507-829-1143.

Refunds will NOT be provided for any cancellations. We accept cash & check. All checks must be made out to ACE of SW MN.

To register: fill out jotform, scan code or fill out written form and return to ACE of SW MN, 607 W Main Street, Marshall, MN 56258. For questions please contact Jamie at 507-828-8891 or marshallareadementia@gmail.com.

Registration deadline is Monday, September 25.