25JUN

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Seminar

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Good News Consulting Inc.
 140 Roosevelt Ave Suite 210, York, PA 17401
Date and Time: 06/25/2025 8:30 AM
Brief Description of Event: Certified Dementia Practitioner Require Course
8:30-5:00 Seminar

This is the required seminar for those pursuing CDP certification and who qualify through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

To see if you qualify, please visit the NCCDP website at www.nccdp.org or just come for the education.

Participants will receive a certificate for 8 contact hours. This course has been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for Personal Care Home & Assisted Living Administrators.

Certified Dementia Practitioner Modules:
Diagnosis
Prognosis
Treatment
Communication
Feelings
Depression
Repetitive Behavior
Paranoia
Hallucinations
Wandering
Hoarding
Aggressive Behaviors
Catastrophic Reaction
Intimacy and Sexuality
Personal Care
Pain
Nutrition
Activities
Environment
Staff & Family Support
Diversity & Cultural Competence
Spiritual Care
End of Life

$199 Course Fee for In-Person Class

$189 Course Fee for Virtual Class

$75.00 CANCELLATION FEE

In Person class will receive a physical book, virtual class receives a virtual book, participants may purchase a physical book for an extra fee & shipping costs.

June 25, In-Person

August 20, In-Person

October 15, In-Person

December 3, In-Person
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Good News Consulting Inc. , info@goodnewsconsulting.com, 717-843-1504
 Click here to view informational flyer

5JUN

ASI Brain Health Fair

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Indiana Mall
 2334 Oakland Ave, Indiana, PA 15701
Date and Time: 06/05/2025 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: The purpose of the ASI Brain Health Fair is to educate the public about healthy activities, programs, and services that can help prevent or delay the onset of dementia and promote healthy living. The event will also feature organizations who provide help to individuals and their families who are living with dementia.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Heidi Farmery, hfarmery@agingservicesinc.com, 724-349-4500
 Click here to view informational flyer

25JUN

CARE Partner Connections Dementia Training Program: Techniques & Tips for Family Caregivers

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: The Residence at Fitz Farm
 2200 Springwood Road, York, PA 17403
Date and Time: 06/25/2025 2:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Our CPC programs helps give you, the caregiver, the tools needed to help keep your loved one as independent as possible, as long as possible regardless of where they live. It helps ensure you are delivering the most effective and compassionate care you can offer. Through hands-on workshops, we will share best care practices, tips, and techniques that are successfully used by dementia care professionals worldwide.

Classes are....
-Especially for primary caregivers who have a loved one at home who has memory loss or a dementia diagnosis.
-For anyone who provides support and care to someone with dementia including family, friends, neighbors, and other supportive individuals (not including home care agency staff).

Each Session...
-Builds on content from the previous session yet stands alone if you cannot attend a class
-Supplies the "How To" of specific techniques
-Provides technique support for the caregiver/s who practiced the techniques between sessions at home or in the community
-Provides additional resources from community partners
-Provides 1:1 support as needed

Time: 2-3:30PM
All sessions are FREE!
Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly to: info@goodnewsconsulting.com (717-843-1504) or kkoller@integracare.com (717-818-6593)

April 23: Welcome & Introduction to Dementia Friends/Dementia Friendly PA
May 28: Building Blocks of Dementia
June 25: Behavior and Communication
July 23: Helping Skills and Activities of Daily Living
August 27: Activities and Engagement in Your Home and Community
September 24: Safety in Your Home
October 22: Taking Care of You
November 19: Preparing for the Holidays
December 17: Holiday Celebration
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Good News Consulting Inc. , info@goodnewsconsulting.com, 717-843-1504
 Click here to view informational flyer

14JUN

Caring for People with Memory Loss Conference

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: Virtual
 Virtual URL
Date and Time: 06/14/2025 8:30 AM
Brief Description of Event: FREE HYBRID CONFERENCE
SAVE THE DATE Saturday, June 14, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM CST

Choose to attend in-person or virtually via Zoom
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Join experts in a lively, informative discussion related to memory loss, caregiving tips, and what you can do to help. The goal of this conference is to provide information, support, and education for adult children, spouses, parents, health and community care providers, and others concerned with caring for people with memory loss. The conference is free for those not seeking Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Pre-registration is required for all.

SCHEDULE
8:30AM - 9:00AM, Joseph Gaugler, PhD
Welcome

9:00AM - 10:00AM, Dongming Cai, MD, PhD
Dementia: Early Detection, Prevention, and Treatment

10:15AM - 11:15AM, Kate Klosterman and Kelsey Krause
Experiences of Young Caregivers: A Panel Discussion

11:30AM - 12:00PM
Audience Breakout Session, an opportunity for conference attendees to talk with each other, using prompts to help spark conversations

12:00PM - 1:15PM
LUNCH, provided in-person

1:15PM - 2:15PM, Martin J. Schreiber, former Wisconsin Governor
Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer's Caregiver

2:30PM - 3:30PM, Colleen Peterson, PhD
Navigating Driving Retirement and Dementia: Evaluating a Support Program for Persons Living with Dementia and Their Care Partners

3:30PM - 3:45PM, Joseph Gaugler, PhD
Closing Remarks

3:45PM - 4:15PM
Audience Breakout Session, an opportunity for conference attendees to talk with each other, using prompts to help spark conversations

Continuing Education Credits
Participants who register and pay for CEU credits will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the conference. Attendees must stay for the entirety of the conference to receive the certificate.
Contact Hours this event will provide:
Minnesota Board of Nursing - 5.75 hrs
Minnesota Board of Social Work - 5.75 hrs
BELTSS (LNHA, LALD, and HSE)- 5.75 hrs
The cost is $50 to receive CEUs per discipline. For any regulating body not listed above, participants may self-submit their certificate for individual approval. If you have questions regarding CEUs please email cpwml@umn.edu.

Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: University of Minnesota School of Public Health, cpwml@umn.edu
 Click here to view informational flyer

4JUN

Dementia Friendly PA Webinar: Update on the Diagnosis & Treatment of Dementia

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: Virtual
 Virtual URL
Date and Time: 06/04/2025 12:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Wednesday, June 4th: 12:00PM-1:30PM EST
Zoom webinar

Speaker: Alison O'Donnell, DO, MPH, Associate Director, Clinical Innovation, Technology Enhancing Cognition and Health - Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (TECH-GRECC); Medical Director, Center for Cognitive Health, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System (VAPHS)

What you'll learn:
-New ways to diagnose dementia: criteria for diagnosis, medical imaging, and testing for biomarkers
-Current and new treatments for dementia: strategies to manage symptoms, healthy lifestyle approaches, and treatments that can slow down the disease progression, such as the latest medications
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Dementia Friendly Pennsylvania, info@dementiafriendlypa.org
 Click here to view informational flyer

6JUN

Making A Difference in the Lives of People with Dementia

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Living Word Community Church
 2530 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion, PA
Date and Time: 06/06/2025 8:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Meet local resources and learn practical tips on how to support your loved one living with dementia.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: GOOD NEWS CONSULTING, info@goodnewsconsulting.com, 7178431504

6JUN

Making A Difference in the Lives of People With Dementia

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Living Word Community Church (Entrance 7)
 2530 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion, PA 17356
Date and Time: 06/06/2025 8:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Family caregivers - this FREE seminar is for YOU!

Friday, June 6th, 2025 8:00AM-4:00PM

Meet local resources and learn practical tips on how to support your loved one living with dementia. Bring your questions. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

To register, call 717-843-1504 or email makingadifferenceindementia@gmail.com.

Schedule:
8-8:30am, Registration
8:30-8:45am, Welcome and Introductions
8:45-9:45am, Healthy Aging and Community Resources
9:45-10am, Break
10-11:30am, Sleep and Dementia
11:30am-12:30pm, Lunch Break
12:30-2pm, Driving and Dementia
2-2:15pm, Break
2:15-3:45pm, Advanced Care Planning
3:45-4pm, Wrap Up and Thank You
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Good News Consulting Inc. , makingadifferenceindementia@gmail.com, 717-843-1504
 Click here to view informational flyer

6JUN

Savvy Caregiver Training

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Bethlehem Area Public Library - Coolidge
 2740 5th Street, Bethlehem, PA 18020
Date and Time: 06/06/2025 12:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: Savvy Caregiver programs aim to help those providing care for loved ones living with dementia through relevant knowledge, skills, and self-care practices. These programs have been proven to decrease family caregiver distress, burden, and depression, while increasing caregivers' sense of competence and confidence in their care role. Join us for an upcoming session.

Fridays, May 2-June 6, 12:00-2:00pm.

For questions or information on future classes, contact Erika Newhard at 610-807-5713 or erikan@unitedwayglv.org.

This training program will be delivered in two-hour sessions over a 6-week period. Sponsored by: The Fleming Foundation.
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Erika Newhard, erikan@unitedwayglv.org, 610-807-5713
 Click here to view informational flyer

18JUN

Spring/Summer Dementia Caregiver Education Series

Event Registration Link: Register here.
Locations Details: Virtual
 Virtual URL
Date and Time: 06/18/2025 5:00 PM
Brief Description of Event: All sessions will be held virtually via zoom from 5-6 pm and are FREE. You may attend as many sessions as you want, but you must register for each one separately. Click the link below the session title or scan the QR code to register.

June 18, 2025
Levels of Care and Placement Options
Ben Meyer, CDP, CSA
Oasis Senior Advisors Southwest PA
https://events.ahn.org/L1LQWD

July 16, 2025
Symptom Management
Lori Hildebrand, BSN, RN, CDP
Allegheny Health Network
https://events.ahn.org/3M2DlP

Contact Joanne McCamey at 412-699-0603 with any questions or for help registering
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Joanne McCamey, 412-699-0603
 Click here to view informational flyer

10JUN

The Lancaster Hispanic Summit on Alzheimer's & Dementia

Locations Details: In-person
Name of Venue: Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
 750 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602
Date and Time: 06/10/2025 10:00 AM
Brief Description of Event: Join us for a community conversation addressing how Alzheimer's and other dementia impacts the Hispanic community, and ways to address it in Lancaster.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025. 10am to 1pm.

Together we will learn about health disparities in the Hispanic community, Alzheimer's prevention and the importance of early detection and diagnosis. We'll also listen to the voices of caregivers and community leaders.

Complimentary lunch provided. Registration information coming soon!
Type of Event: Education
For more information or questions about this event, please contact: Alzheimer's Association Greater Pittsburgh Chapter
 Click here to view informational flyer