If you weren’t familiar with the term “social distancing” before this pandemic you certainly are now. While social distancing is a critical preventive measure during this difficult time, it’s important to remember that all of us are at risk for social isolation and loneliness because of it. This timely, interactive and virtual program will examine the dangers of social isolation and loneliness while offering ideas on how to prevent it during this period of social distancing. Register at bit.ly/3244POY.
TUE, SEP 29 AT 1:00 PM CDT
Virtual CEU Event: Seniors & Loneliness- Combatting Dangers of Social Isolation During COVID-19
In celebration of National Assisted Living Week, Jeanne, our community's Executive Director and resident T-Rex, shared a little fun and appreciation with her team mates. “My appreciation for you will never be extinct”, says her sign! Having worked at Belmont Village for 19 years, Jeanne knows how truly special her coworkers are and loves to find ways to tell them thank you! Check out Jeanne's costume below as she poses with our Concierge, Jenite.
TUE, SEP 29 AT 12:00 PM CDT
Virtual CEU Event: Minimizing Confusion & Combative Behaviors
Join us for a virtual, interactive discussion on how to set limits in caregiving while still providing excellent care for your loved one. Those caring for seniors selflessly devote their time, energy and financial resources to making life better for a loved one, whether they are simply aging or struggling with a challenging health diagnosis. Despite their good intentions, many caregivers unintentionally take on too much, putting their own health and well-being at risk. When caregivers develop “the martyr syndrome” and are reluctant to look for or accept help, the consequences can be devastating. We’ll discuss useful tools and strategies to combat this syndrome.
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Register at bit.ly/2CC1qxY.
WED, SEP 23
Boundaries in Caregiving: Preventing & Avoiding Martyr Syndrome
TUE, OCT 20 AND 2 MORE
Virtual Alzheimer's Support Group
The husband of one of our Circle of Friends residents delivers butterflies to our community! He grows plants, like milkweed, to attract butterflies to his garden and raises them from caterpillars. Our residents have been enjoying watching them grow, and his wife released two of our beautiful butterflies into the world last week. Take a look!
Professional networking organizations are more valuable now than ever before. With social distancing becoming the “new normal,” we still need to maintain connections with our professional peers to keep up with changes in the healthcare industry. Professional networking organizations help bridge those gaps and offer connections, information and sanity. Join us this Wednesday as we discuss ways to overcome the distance and get in touch.
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Register today: https://bit.ly/3n71Izj.
WED, OCT 14 AT 6:00 PM CDT
Virtual CEU Event: The Value of Professional Organizations in Healthcare
Our resident, Evelyn, is excited to have her fifth grandchild on the way! Her family brought the gender reveal party to Belmont and hosted it right outside of Evelyn's window on National Grandparents Day!
Noticing early signs of cognitive decline can be emotional—for both you and your loved one. Learn how to recognize and understand the early warning signs of dementia and find advice for intervention in our latest blog. http://ow.ly/WGHP50BNqCe
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The physical, healthcare, and emotional needs of a loved one with Parkinson’s disease can be stressful. Identifying hallmark features of Parkinson’s can help ease some of the tensions that can arise for family care partners, social workers, and other multi-disciplinary professionals who work with people and families affected by movement disorders. Join us this Wednesday for an informative discussion on how to meet the daily needs of those with Parkinson’s.
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Register at https://bit.ly/3imlMu3.
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For questions, contact Lauren Hollasch at lhollasch@belmontvillage.com or 773-868-8408.
WED, OCT 7
Virtual CEU Event: How to Manage Parkinson's So It Doesn't Manage You
Professional networking organizations are more valuable now than ever before. With social distancing becoming the “new normal,” we still need to maintain connections with our professional peers to keep up with changes in the healthcare industry. Professional networking organizations help bridge those gaps and offer connections, information and sanity. Join us as we discuss ways to overcome the distance and get in touch.
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Register today: https://bit.ly/3n71Izj.
WED, OCT 14 AT 6:00 PM CDT
Virtual CEU Event: The Value of Professional Organizations in Healthcare
Our virtual "In Your Own Neighborhood" Walk to End Alzheimer's at Belmont Village Geneva Road was a huge success! Some of our assisted living residents and staff went for a walk outside our community (masked and socially distant) to raise awareness and funds for the Alzheimer's Association. It was a lovely day to go for a purposeful walk in the fresh air!
FRI, NOV 6 AND 7 MORE
Virtual Parkinson's Exercise Class
TUE, NOV 10 AT 6:00 PM CST
Virtual Event: Psychology of Aging and Quality of Life
There are more than 80 types of dementia, all of which manifest in different ways. Sometimes it can be hard to differentiate between stress, cognitive decline, and the normal aging process—especially in the early stages. Noticing early signs of cognitive impairment in yourself or a loved one can be emotional, but early diagnosis and treatment programs are proven to be beneficial. Learn about the warning signs of dementia in our video below, and take our complimentary “Is This Dementia?” quiz so you can assess the signs and determine your next steps. Find our short assessment here: http://ow.ly/3XuV50C1jaB.
Join us on October 28 for The WAM Summit, hosted by The Women's Alzheimer's Movement - WAM. This virtual event will discuss the latest in women's brain research, Alzheimer's prevention and healthy aging.
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Become educated, inspired and empowered by leading researchers, doctors and health advocates while learning how to keep your brain healthy for life.
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Register today: http://ow.ly/onEm50BZcMH. Our first 100 registrants can use the code BELMONT to register for free!
Caregiving is a difficult job and many of us struggle with its day-to-day challenges. Join us this Thursday for our Caregiver Support Group, led by Luke Durain. We’ll share successful caregiving approaches and discuss what works, what doesn’t, and how you can care for yourself and your loved one during this challenging time.
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RSVP to Erin Blair at eblair@belmontvillage.com or 630-510-2521.
THU, OCT 22
Virtual Caregiver Support Group
Protecting individuals unable to care for their own well-being is the core concept of guardianship. Entrusting people to care for others can be a challenge, especially when conflict and turmoil are causing friction at home. Join us as we dive into a conversation about guardianship.
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Register here: https://bit.ly/2FPGntA
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Registration required. For questions, contact Jenene Paterno at jpaterno@belmontvillage.com or 773-868-8408.
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SPECIAL GIVEAWAY:
Participants may pick up a basket filled with a fall pie, a bottle of wine, and other special treats. Please note that baskets will only be available for drive-by pickup at nearest Chicago-area Belmont Village community from 4-6 p.m. on October 28. Registration required.
WED, OCT 28 AT 12:00 PM CDT
Virtual Event: Guardianship: A Lifesaving Option When All Else Fails
The holidays are a time of great excitement, love and focusing on family. However, many families during this time can endure difficult moments when faced with a loved one’s forgetful tendencies. Join us for an informative webinar to learn how to best navigate the holidays with a loved one who has memory loss, dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. We’ll discuss how to prepare, maintain routines, build memories and how to involve your loved one in your favorite holiday traditions.
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Register here: https://bit.ly/32vMlYI
TUE, DEC 8 AT 4:30 PM CST
Virtual Event: Navigating the Holidays & Memory Loss
Belmont Village Geneva Road had a successful first week during our food drive benefitting the local community! We received two grocery carts full of donated non-perishable goods for Interfaith Food Pantry in Carol Stream. Our food drive continues through mid-December! Thank you to all who have donated so far!
Last Friday was "World Kindness Day" and "National Wear a Cardigan Day"! We celebrated by handing out "cardigan cookies" to our staff, residents and healthcare partners in the community.
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Because Fred Rogers (aka Mr. Rogers) exuded kindness to all he met, we decided to share that kindness with everyone we work with--both inside and outside our Belmont Village community. We individually wrapped our cardigan cookies and packaged each of them with the DVD "It's a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" starring Tom Hanks.
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Take a look at the photos below to see our cookies as well Erin (our community relations director) alongside Carol Stream Fire Chief Rob Schultz.
Belmont Village Geneva Road hosted a masked and socially distant "Drive thru Breakfast at Belmont" to thank our community's first responders and local healthcare partners. Thank you for your service!
Recent research has shown that exercise can have a positive effect on individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Join us tomorrow for our virtual Parkinson’s exercise class and learn more about the overall benefits of physical activity.
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Classes are free and led by a licensed physical therapy assistant.
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To RSVP or for more information, call Erin Blair at 630-510-1515 or eblair@belmontvillage.com.
FRI, NOV 20
Virtual Parkinson's Exercise Class
Join us in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease! Our community is proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association, whose mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease and provide care and support for all affected by it. As part of our annual fundraiser, Belmont Village Geneva Road is hosting a basket raffle. Choose from 12 beautiful baskets for a cause that’s close to our hearts. Raffle tickets are $2 each or six tickets for $10. The baskets will be raffled off the first week of December and winners will be contacted by telephone.
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To enter the raffle or to make a donation, find more information here: https://bit.ly/38YOqjH.
Belmont Village Geneva Road had a couple of special visitors arrive along with the snow!
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease affects millions of Americans and comes in many forms. Join a panel of cardiologists who will share resources for living a heart-healthy lifestyle that will help you take action today: http://ow.ly/lFWs50Drjph.
Join us to discuss the difficulties of guiding a dementia patient’s family through the healthcare system and the tools clinicians can use to help. We will explore the idea of having ongoing, crucial conversations about the diagnosis; how to address denial for the patient’s child; and how various community partners can help you plan for your client’s care when initially diagnosed or in a crisis.
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Stop by the Chicago-area Belmont Village nearest you from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, February 11 to pick up your complimentary “champagne and sweets” treat!
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Register here: https://bit.ly/36wE34T
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For questions, contact Erin Blair at 630-510-2521 or eblair@belmontvillage.com
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1.0 CE credit will be awarded to social workers, nurses (APN, RN, LPN) and Licensed Nursing Home Administrators. CEUs will be provided by Continuing Education Institute of Illinois.
THU, FEB 11 AT 12:00 PM CST
Virtual CEU Event: Dealing with Families and Dementia
Did you miss our recent webinar? Click below to access a recording of the session, and watch as Dr. Stuart Eisendrath speaks on the importance of harnessing mindfulness to alleviate depression. http://ow.ly/EqLn50Dojwz
Over 50,000,000 Americans take psychotropic medications that are mostly antidepressants. Only half achieve lasting results. Join in tomorrow as Dr. Stuart Eisendrath teaches us about mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to treat depression and anxiety and help people change their relationship with their thoughts and feelings.
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Register here: https://bit.ly/2M605ny
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For questions, contact Jacqueline Waldburger at 510-525-4554 or jwaldburger@belmontvillage.com.
WED, JAN 27
Virtual Event: Harnessing Mindfulness to Alleviate Depression
Over 50,000,000 Americans take psychotropic medications that are mostly antidepressants. Only half achieve lasting results. Join in as Dr. Stuart Eisendrath teaches us about mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to treat depression and anxiety and help people change their relationship with their thoughts and feelings.
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Register here: https://bit.ly/2M605ny
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For questions, contact Jacqueline Waldburger at 510-525-4554 or jwaldburger@belmontvillage.com.
WED, JAN 27
Virtual Event: Harnessing Mindfulness to Alleviate Depression
