Registration is open for our upcoming "Talk Saves Lives" program on Wednesday October 22,  5:30p-7:00p at Eagle Library (Community Room), co-hosted SpeakUp ReachOut and Caregiver Connections. This program is FREE and OPEN to the public, and includes dinner.

This interactive program is for anyone - older adults, family members, or caregivers. Aging adults and family caregivers are at increased risk for suicide due to health conditions, social factors and economic demands that can lead to isolation, depression or mental health struggles. Learning how to recognize it, have the difficult conversations and knowing the resources available can help save lives. This special Talk Saves Lives program is a community-based introduction to suicide prevention specifically for older adults, caregivers and family members, covering the general scope of suicide, research on prevention and what people can do to save lives. Discussing suicide has the power to heal. Learn how to open the dialog with those you love.

Here is the link and phone (970) 445-0312 for RSVP to Talk Saves Lives for Caregivers

AGING WELL SPEAKER SERIES : THE 5 M's OF GERIATRIC MEDICINE

Registration is open for our next upcoming AGING WELL SPEAKER SERIES (AWSS) on Thursday October 9,  4:30p-6:00p at CMC Edwards, presented by Caregiver Connections and Eagle County Healthy Aging. This event is FREE and OPEN to the public.

This topic is on everyone's minds... "The 5 M's of Geriatric Medicine." Guest speakers from CU Geriatric Medicine program (Dr. Mandy Peng, MD and Dr. Keren Blackman, MD) share a framework for promoting well-being and healthy aging in older adults. This is a comprehensive approach to compassionate, person-centered care that puts you and your well-being at the center.

This talk is for anyone - older adults, family members, or caregivers - to learn how to approach aging with dignity and focus on what truly matters. Covering five key areas:

   1) Mind (cognitive health)
   2) Mobility (physical function)
   3) Medications (safe & appropriate)
   4) Multi-complexity (multiple chronic conditions)
   5) What Matters Most (personal values, goals and purpose)

AGING WELL SPEAKER SERIES, presented by Caregiver Connections and Eagle County Healthy Aging.

GUEST PRESENTERS: Dr. Mandy Peng, MD and Dr. Keren Blackman, MDRSVP, from CU Geriatric Medicine program

For RSVP, here is the link at getcaregiverconnections.org/aging-well or phone (970) 445-0312.

FRESH PERSPECTIVES ON DEMENTIA : A New Look on How We View Dementia, Caregiving and Especially Those Living with Brain Changes

Three 1-Hour Mini-Sessions in One Evening.  Come for one or stay for all 3!

1) Looking through the eyes of the person experiencing brain changes

2) A first glimpse at dementia for family members, caregivers, and loved ones

3) Transcending dementia: A closer llook at the deeper self.

AGING WELL SPEAKER SERIES, presented by Caregiver Connections and Eagle County Healthy Aging.

This event is FREE and OPEN to the public.

For adults with aging parents, family members wondering about and/or navigating memory loss / brain changes with a loved one, older adults experiencing early stage memory loss, and anyone wanting to learn more.  ANY & ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND. 

GUEST PRESENTER: Ralph Patrick, Dementia Coach and Consultant; Founder of Cardinal Crossroads; Former RD of The Alzheimer’s Association; MTh (University of Glasgow)

RSVP : phone (970) 445-0312, at getcaregiverconnections.org/aging-well or using QR code

Part of a Dementia Education Series presented by: Amelia Schafer, Area Director of Memory Care, Ascent Living Communities Amelia is the Area Director of Memory Care for Ascent Living Communities. She worked at the Alzheimer’s Association for 24 years in a variety of roles, most recently serving as executive director of the Colorado Chapter

Sponsored by Roaring Fork Senior Living

Limited seating, please call Lisa to reserve your seat by January 25 at 970-989-7573

Learn how to bolster your physical and emotional resilience to live a healthier life.

Part of Aging Well Series sponsored by Caregiver Connections and Eagle County Healthy Aging.

Colorado Mountain College, Edwards

RSVP to healthyaging@eaglecounty.us or by calling 970-328-8896

Part of a Dementia Education Series presented by Amelia Schafer, Area Director of Memory Care, Ascent Living Communities Amelia is the Area Director of Memory Care for Ascent Living Communities. She worked at the Alzheimer’s Association for 24 years in a variety of roles, most recently serving as executive director of the Colorado Chapter.

Sponsored by Roaring Fork Senior Living

Limited seating, please call Lisa to reserve your seat by January 25 at 970-989-7573