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
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain. Join us on Monday as we flex our muscles and work torwards a healthy range of motion while being careful and having fun!
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com.
MON, SEP 28 AND 13 MORE
Virtual Event: Chair Yoga with Beyond Bingo
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
Memory Café is a safe and supportive environment for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other memory loss and their caregivers. Join us as we mix and mingle between friends in this virtual support group.
WED, OCT 21 AND 2 MORE
Virtual Event: Memory Café
Join us for this virtual, candid discussion of how to handle challenges with burnout during these extraordinary times. The current healthcare crisis has cultivated an unprecedented climate of stress, uncertainty, and truly daunting work conditions. These factors combined with a real or perceived lack of patience and appreciation from those we serve lead to tremendously risky situations. How do you help a client or patient who is experiencing compassion fatigue, burnout, and countertransference when they come to you for help? We’ll discuss this scenario, and what to do if you see signs of burnout in yourself or a colleague.
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Register at bit.ly/326NNQn.
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Register today to be one of only 500 participants. Registration does not guarantee your seat. Please log on early to ensure that you will be eligible for your 1 free CEU.
WED, SEP 16
Virtual CEU Event: Recognizing & Responding to Burnout During a Healthcare Crisis
We are stronger together! Families, residents, and staff from our communities around the nation are spreading love and kindness in this difficult time. Check out our video below!
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
WED, OCT 21 AT 12:00 PM CDT
Virtual Event: Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia
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/vLe150BNqCa
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Top 10 Warning Signs of Memory Loss & How to Seek Help | Belmont Village
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
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 carepartners, social workers, and other multi-disciplinary professionals who work with people and families affected by movement disorders. Join us 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.
WED, OCT 7
Virtual CEU Event: How to Manage Parkinson's So It Doesn't Manage You
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/sclj50C1jae.
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/HtxE50BZcMI. Our first 100 registrants can use the code BELMONT to register for free!
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
Memory Café is a safe and supportive environment for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other memory loss and their caregivers. Join us tomorrow as we mix and mingle between friends in this virtual support group.
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com.
WED, OCT 21
Virtual Event: Memory Café
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain. Join us as we flex our muscles and work torwards a healthy range of motion while being careful and having fun!
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com.
MON, OCT 19
Virtual Event: Chair Yoga with Beyond Bingo
Alzheimer’s is a disease that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior—but it develops in only some individuals as they age and does not affect everyone unilaterally. Join us as we learn about the impact and difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia. We will discuss different stages and risk factors as well as the current research and development of treatments.
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com.
WED, OCT 21
Virtual Event: Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia
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
Join us at Monday! Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can improve flexibility, decrease stress, and reduce joint strain. Join us as we flex our muscles and work torwards a healthy range of motion while being careful and having fun!
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com.
MON, NOV 23
Virtual Event: Chair Yoga with Beyond Bingo
Memory Café is a safe and supportive environment for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other memory loss and their caregivers. Join us on Wednesday as we mix and mingle between friends in this virtual support group.
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com.
WED, NOV 18
Virtual Event: Memory Café
Dementia can result in forgetful moments where seniors do not recognize loved ones. Keeping someone engaged with a “stranger” can be a challenge. Join us next week for an interactive Zoom Webinar to learn about our award-winning program for Alzheimer’s disease with Belmont Village’s memory care expert, Beverly Sanborn. We’ll explore the Circle of Friends® memory enrichment program and how you can help your loved one stay engaged through the stages of dementia.
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Register here: https://bit.ly/3ogkiWf
TUE, NOV 17
Virtual Event: Keeping Loved Ones Engaged When They Have Dementia
Today we recognize all the veterans who have served our country. We are grateful for their service.
The path to recover from PTSD is a long and challenging one. Patients often deal with recurring feelings of trauma and may act out in many forms. Join us on Tuesday as we provide an overview of the current understanding of PTSD and implications for practice. Upon the completion of this CEU participants should be able to define PTSD while providing historical context, explore diagnostic criteria for PTSD, as well as treatment options.
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Social workers and registered nurses will receive 1 CEU at the completion of this program. CEUs provided by Social Work PRN.
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RSVP to Shalena Thomas at 630-660-7754 or sathomas@belmontvillage.com to receive Zoom meeting ID and password.
TUE, NOV 10
Virtual CEU Event: Understanding PTSD and Its Treatment
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/SM3w50DrjpA.
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
Residents and staff at Belmont Village Oak Park recently received the COVID-19 vaccine. The community was buzzing with excitement over this light at the end of the tunnel! Read more in Chicago Tribune: https://bit.ly/36Axdeq
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Nearly 200 seniors, staff at Belmont Village in Oak Park receive COVID-19 vaccine
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/7BAZ50Dojwh
Belmont Village Oak Park resident Sonya received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at our community! At 104 years old, she is our oldest resident and has already lived through one pandemic. Learn more about her story on CBS Chicago: https://cbsloc.al/3cyVq8O
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104-Year-Old Resident Gets First Vaccination At Belmont Village In Oak Park
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
