Michigan residents invited to free Virtual Alzheimer’s Conference July 13
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free virtual Alzheimer’s educational conference for Michigan residents on Wednesday, July 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. EST as part of its 2022 national Educating America Tour. The conference, which is free and open to everyone, will allow participants to learn from, and ask questions of, health and caregiving experts. To register go to www.alzfdn.org/tour.
Sessions during the AFA virtual conference will include:
Living with Dementia and Other Chronic Conditions: How Do Family Care Partners Influence Another’s Health and Well-Being?
Family care partners often put their loved ones’ needs ahead of their own but neglecting their own health can negatively impact them and the person for whom they are caring.
Courtney A. Polenick, Ph.D., will talk about how someone living with dementia and their family care partners impact each other’s health and well-being. For example, if the care partner exhibits depression or has high blood pressure, how will that affect their loved one living with dementia? Dr. Polenick will discuss strategies to maintain the health and well-being of both partners through exercise, adopting a healthier diet, or other means.
Dr. Polenick is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan Medical School and Faculty Associate in the Aging & Biopsychosocial Innovations Program of the Survey Research Center at the U-M Institute for Social Research
Navigating the Estate Planning and Elder Law Maze
When a family member is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness, it’s never too soon to plan for their long-term care and get the necessary documentation in place. Elder law attorney, Glenn Matecun, will discuss how to plan for long-term care while legally protecting your assets, and the foundation you should create to safeguard your loved one and your family.
Glenn has been a Michigan estate planning and elder law attorney for over 30 years. He is an attorney with the law firm of Matecun, Thomas & Olson, PLC.
What is Dementia? Understanding the Differences Between Diseases and Types of Dementia
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are terms which are often used interchangeably, but many people do not know there is a difference between them or that there are other types of dementia-related illnesses besides Alzheimer’s. Barry Kaufman will provide an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, describing symptoms, warning signs and other features of each type of dementia. He will share with caregivers what they can expect as their loved ones’ disease progresses.
Barry Kaufman, a West Bloomfield resident, has been living with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) for the past 12 years. He retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and is an active participant in LBD research and support groups with the NIH (National Institutes of Health) and the University of Michigan. He serves on the Steering Committee of the Michigan Dementia Coalition, a statewide coalition that consists of approximately 200 individuals from dementia-related fields and backgrounds, representing more than 65 organizations. He is also a member of the National Council of Dementia Minds
There will also be a special musical performance by singer-songwriter David Molinari of Senior Sing-A-Long, a West Michigan nonprofit organization which provides music therapy to individuals living with dementia-related illnesses in long-term care communities. Their music therapy program consists of small groups of seniors creating music by playing instruments to accomplish therapeutic goals.
For more information or to register, go to www.alzfdn.org/tour. Those who cannot participate in the virtual conference or have immediate questions about Alzheimer’s disease can connect with licensed social workers seven days a week through AFA’s National Toll-Free Helpline by calling 866-232-8484.
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Who doesn’t love to golf?
The St Johns Area Chamber is now registering teams for the August 24 Mint City Golf Classic. If you would like to enter complete the form and return as soon as possible.
There are some sponsorship opportunities, and we will be in contact with past sponsors in the upcoming days.
It’s a Thursday Thing schedule
Upcoming concerts include:
July 14 – Darin Larner
July 21 – Jim Pontack
July 28- Darin Larner
August 4 – Michael Gorham
August 18 – Louis Longoria
August 25 – Jim Pontack
September 8 – Louis Longoria
September 15 – Jim Pontack
The series kicked off June 23, and all concerts will be held from 5 – 7 p.m.
Friday Brown Bag Concert schedule
The Concert Series
July 15 – Steven Easterling – Songs From Broadway. Spirituals. And More Jeff Richards
July 22 – Swift Brothers – Acoustic Folk Pop/Rock
July 29 – Clique Vocals – Jazz Ballads. Pops. Contemporary Mix Dan Templin & Kelly Sandula-Gruner
Aug 5 – Sally Potter – Banjo-Playing Americana Singer
Aug 12 – Kate Hinote Trio – Alternative Folk From Detroit With Guitar and Violin
Aug 19 – Steve Berkemeier – Singer/Songwriter Covering Songs You’ll Love
Aug 26 – Siusan O’Rourke and Zig Zeitler – Irish. Celtic. Folk
Don’t forget free lunches on Tuesdays
Good News Kitchen, a ministry of St. John’s Lutheran Church, began serving free lunches on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The St. John’s Lutheran Church is located at 511 E. Sturgis St. in St. Johns, the corner of Business 27 and Sturgis St. You may stop by and grab a free lunch to go for yourself, your family, a friend or a neighbor. Meals are free for everyone, and all are welcome to come although donations are always accepted and appreciated.
If you have questions or want to order ahead for pick up call 989-224-6796. Look for the signs and come to the west side entrance to get your free meals.
Concert in the Park Series 19th Season schedule
July 13 – C.A.R.MA – Grammy A Ward Winners – Jazz/Blues
July 20 – Toppermost – Wonderful Tribute To The Beatles
July 27 – Ryan Dehues – Timeless Classic Jazz Standards
August 3 – The Louie Longoria Band – Big Time Country
August 10 – Detroit Retro Society – Experience The Music
August 17 – Frendz – Big Band Swing/50s Rock/Motown Greats
August 24 – Miranda A The M80s – The Best Of the ’80s
August 31- Matt King – Ids Award-Winning Tribute to Elvis
William E. Tennant Performance Shell St. Johns City Park
Performances are Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. – rain or shine.