About this Event
Stronger Together: Navigating Dementia Care as a Community
Join the Fremont Alzheimer's Collaborative for the ultimate Dementia Care Seminar, featuring two tracks, one specifically for healthcare workers, and another designed for family caregivers. Visit local vendors and dementia-focused businesses. We have two expert speakers and a wonderful Panel discussion. Bring your questions and leave feeling supported, connected, and ready to navigate dementia care as a community.
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 02:15 PM
Stronger Together: Navigating Dementia Care as a Community
🕑: 08:30 AM - 01:15 PM
Vendor Fair
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Health Care Worker Track: Speaker (1.5 CEUs Available)
Host: Lakelyn Eichenberger
Info: Lakelyn Eichenberger, Ph.D. is a gerontologist and caregiving advocate with Home Instead, an Honor Company. She began her career working directly with older adults and Care Professionals at the Omaha Home Instead franchise office and now educates professionals, families, and communities on aging challenges and resources.
Lakelyn earned her Ph.D. in Gerontology from the University of Nebraska – Omaha and is a respected national speaker on caregiving and aging. She is a regular contributor to media outlets including ForbesHealth, Newsweek, and shows including Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz. Lakelyn hosts Caregiver Chats, a podcast focused on providing support and resources to family caregivers.
Committed to community service, Lakelyn serves on numerous boards including the National Alliance for Caregiving, Mosaic, and is a member of the Alzheimer's Association’s Dementia Care Provider Roundtable. Lakelyn’s passion is helping aging adults and their families navigate the complexities of aging.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Lunch: Taco Bar
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
Panel Discussion
Info: Submit your questions to https://app.sli.do/event/hwMh8QRYn3zFoFieeVKfij before noon on the day of the event! Panelists include: Dr. Rebecca Wester, Alli Greene OTR/L, CLT-LANA, CWT, Mindy Crouch, LICSW
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Family Caregiver Track: Speaker
Host: Michele Magner
Info: Michele Magner has a passion for connecting with people as we navigate the adventures of aging and caregiving! As an experienced family caregiver, with many years in the Senior Living industry, she understands the challenges we are facing as we age and care for those we love. Michele sets people up for success so they are inspired to thrive, not just survive, this one big, beautiful, and complicated life. Michele has earned her M.B.A., Masters Certification in Gerontology and is a Gerontology Ph.D. student at UNO. She is a Certified Life Coach, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and Certified Conscious Aging facilitator. Michele is an Adjunct Professor at Creighton University, teaching Long Term Care Administration. She serves on 2 Board of Directors, the Alzheimer’s Association NE Chapter and The Bloc. Inc. Michele also contributes to the Dreamweaver Foundation, making wishes for people in senior living come true. She continues to share fresh content and ideas through her InspiredCaring
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
St Patrick Catholic Church Parish Office, 422 East 4th Street, Fremont, United States
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