Welcome Wisdom

Modern Day Caregivers: The Importance of Caring for Those Who Care

— Caregivers can exemplify compassion and nurturing toward others while often failing to take care of themselves. Research shows that 65% of caregivers suffer from a major health event before the person who is receiving care. Becoming educated and knowledgeable about the journey ahead can make all the difference. Do you have a support network? Do... Read More

Keeping the Peace: The Complexities of Modern Day Families

— Caregiving can be complex when siblings and family members disagree. How do you manage entrenched roles and unique family dynamics? Having conversations about financial, legal, and end-of-life matters in advance can offer families peace and confidence in times of uncertainty. In this presentation, you will learn valuable strategies for creating a plan and bridging the... Read More

Zoom presentation: Navigating Emergency Room and Hospital Visits

— Having a loved one go to the emergency room can be an extremely emotional and overwhelming experience. Seniors use the emergency room more than any other demographic. Many families are unprepared to make decisions quickly with minimal information and guidance. What are your options? What do you ask for? This talk will focus on what... Read More

Sponsors of the Alzheimer’s Association Care Partner Education Forum

— Alzheimer’s Association education forums and events provide a day of learning to: Hear the latest research updates Learn more about Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia Acquire strategies to manage the disease and develop coping strategies Connect with local resources A limited number of in-home respite care scholarships are available for... Read More

Avoid Family Crisis, Build a Sound Plan for your Future

— Join us at a joint presentation with Adam Hultman of Gold Coast Financial & Insurance Services at Prairie City Landing on Thursday, March 7th at 10:30am.  Ginger McMurchie will present The Next Act… Creating a Sound Plan for the Future.  Followed by Adam presenting, A Comprehensive Financial Approach to Future Care Needs.  This educational presentation is... Read More

Aging 2.0 Alive Inside screening & panel discussion

— Music. Emotion. Memories. It all comes together in the insightful and stirring documentary, Alive Inside. Watch firsthand the magic that results when a person with advanced dementia hears a favorite song. Directed and produced by Michael Rossato-Bennett, this film has won numerous awards. It tracks the efforts of social worker Dan Cohen, through his nonprofit... Read More

Managing the Aging Process and Creating a Sound Plan for the Future

— Join us for the third in a series of four presentations hosted by Burger Rehabilitation and Eskaton to learn about caring for senior loved ones. Caring for a loved one and planning for the future can be a daunting task.  Not everyone is a planner, and people have different levels of comfort with outlining a... Read More