2018 LCCOA Annual Caregiver Fair
Presentations start at 9:30am
please see below for schedule of events
The Caregiver Fair is an annual event specifically focused on caregiver issues and their challenges. This event historically draws an attendance of 300+ caregivers from Livingston County and surrounding areas.
The information provided from local vendors is appropriate for those caring for seniors and younger individuals needing guidance and professional assistance.
The Livingston County Consortium on Aging’s purpose is to present the care partners of Livingston County with resources that they may not realize are available for their loved one, such as transportation, nutritional care, support services, financial counseling, home safety, respite and homecare.
9:30am
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter
Know the 10 signs of Memory Loss
Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer's or another dementia. Alzheimer's is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer’s gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future.
Presenter: Ashley Elliston, Program Coordinator
10:30 am
ATTORNEY GENERAL
In-Home Care and Senior Residences
Learn about different levels of care options and resources available to help you make the best decisions regarding care for yourself or your loved ones at home or in a senior residence. Also how to recognize elder abuse warning signs.
About the Presenter:
Laura Ells has been a presenter with the Attorney general for over 5 years. She is a local business owner and works political campaign design. She also has experience with corporate level facilitation and communication planning and leadership roles in local school events.
11:30 am
AREA AGENCY ON AGING
Five Things You Should Do if You’re Caring for an Aging Loved One
Being a caregiver can be a difficult role. Sometimes, it can even seem a little overwhelming. Knowing who to turn to and how to get help can take some of the stress out of caregiving. This presentation will walk through a quick list of things caregivers should do to help them get their bearings, reach out for help and make the role of caregiver a little easier. Resources, organization and supports available to help family caregivers will be explored.
About the Presenter:
Kathleen Yanik, Communications Manager, Area Agency on Aging 1-B
Kathleen has been with the nonprofit Area Agency on Aging 1-B for over a decade. Kathleen’s work is focused on helping to inform and educate seniors and family caregivers. She manages the agency’s annual Solutions for Family Caregivers Expo, held each October at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. She has also written extensively about caregiving topics for the agency’s website and digital newsletter, “Caregiver Connections.”
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION, Michigan Great Lakes Chapter
Know the 10 signs of Memory Loss
Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer's or another dementia. Alzheimer's is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer’s gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future.
Presenter: Ashley Elliston, Program Coordinator
10:30 am
ATTORNEY GENERAL
In-Home Care and Senior Residences
Learn about different levels of care options and resources available to help you make the best decisions regarding care for yourself or your loved ones at home or in a senior residence. Also how to recognize elder abuse warning signs.
About the Presenter:
Laura Ells has been a presenter with the Attorney general for over 5 years. She is a local business owner and works political campaign design. She also has experience with corporate level facilitation and communication planning and leadership roles in local school events.
11:30 am
AREA AGENCY ON AGING
Five Things You Should Do if You’re Caring for an Aging Loved One
Being a caregiver can be a difficult role. Sometimes, it can even seem a little overwhelming. Knowing who to turn to and how to get help can take some of the stress out of caregiving. This presentation will walk through a quick list of things caregivers should do to help them get their bearings, reach out for help and make the role of caregiver a little easier. Resources, organization and supports available to help family caregivers will be explored.
About the Presenter:
Kathleen Yanik, Communications Manager, Area Agency on Aging 1-B
Kathleen has been with the nonprofit Area Agency on Aging 1-B for over a decade. Kathleen’s work is focused on helping to inform and educate seniors and family caregivers. She manages the agency’s annual Solutions for Family Caregivers Expo, held each October at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. She has also written extensively about caregiving topics for the agency’s website and digital newsletter, “Caregiver Connections.”
Link for Vendor and Sponsorship form
Sponsorship Deadline (receipt of payment and registration form): April 12th
Vendor Deadline (receipt of payment and registration from): May 1st
Sponsorship Deadline (receipt of payment and registration form): April 12th
Vendor Deadline (receipt of payment and registration from): May 1st
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