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| 13th Annual Geriatric Healthcare, Alzheimer's & Hospice Joint Conference |
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10/15/2009
- 10/16/2009
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| Location: |
Ramkota Hotel
Bismarck, ND |
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GOAL
To present the latest information on health-related, end-of-life and Alzheimer's issues affecting senior adults. General session and workshop speakers will present information, identify challenges and suggest appropriate responses to health-related and end-of-life concerns and Alzheimer's disease.
AUDIENCE
Social workers, clergy, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and other health care professionals, and any other professionals who provide health-related and supportive services to senior adults, Alzheimer's and end-of-life patients. Family members and seniors may also benefit from attending.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Participants are responsible for making their own reservations. A block of rooms has been set aside at the Ramkota Hotel for October 14 and 15. The Ramkota Hotel phone number is (701) 258-7700 or 1-800-528-1234. When making reservations, please indicate you are attending this conference.
OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this conference, participants will be able to:- Discuss information on healthcare, end-of-life and Alzheimer's-related needs of senior adults.
- Identify health-related challenges and appropriate responses.
- Describe state perspectives on service delivery issues.
- Identify methods for professional caregivers to better manage stress in the work environment.
SPONSORS:
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION BY WEBSITE:
Access website at www.st.alexius.org. Credit card payment must accompany all website registrations.
FEE:
The registration fee is $125 for both days. This includes materials, lunch and health breaks. Registration deadline (postmark) is Friday, October 2, 2009. A check must accompany registration. Registration cannot be shared by individuals.
LATE REGISTRATION:
Pre-registration is required. If pre-registration is postmarked after Friday, October 2, 2009, there will be a $25 additional charge or $150 registration fee. On-site registration fee is $150, space permitting.
CANCELLATION:
The registration fee less $20 will be refunded if you choose to cancel before October 2. Conference fee may be transferred to another person without penalty. No refunds will be given if requested on or after October 2.
PROGRAM CHANGES:
St. Alexius Medical Center reserves the right to make program changes or to cancel the conference. In the event of cancellation, only those who pre-register will be notified and their fees will be refunded in full.
ENDORSEMENTS:
In no way is there an implication of any product endorsement by the provider(s) of this educational activity, or endorsement of any commercial product or exhibits.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
St. Alexius Medical Center is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by CNE-Net, the education division of the North Dakota Nursing Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Application has been made for 9.25 contact hours.
North Dakota Long Term Care Association is an approved provider of continuing education for North Dakota licensed nursing home administrators. Participants can earn up to 9.25 contact hours. Social workers will receive 9.25 CEUs. Certificates of attendance will be issued to other participants.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Registration & Refreshments
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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
- North Dakota Aging Services Legislative and Program Update
Presented By: Linda Wright, MEd
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9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
- Break - Visit Exhibits
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- KEYNOTE: The Confusion of Old Age
Presented By: William Orr, MD, PhD
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Relationship of Dementia and Depression to Executive Dysfunction in the Elderly
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10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
- Break - Visit Exhibits
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10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
- Concurrent Session (choose one)
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11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
- Lunch (provided)
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12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
- Break - Visit Exhibits
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12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
- Concurrent Session (choose one)
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1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
- Move To Next Session
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Concurrent Session (choose one)
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3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
- Move To Next Session - refreshments
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Friday, October 16, 2009
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
- Registration & Refreshments
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8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
- KEYNOTE: The Amazing Balancing Act
Presented By: Ann Dolence
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9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
- Move To Next Session
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Concurrent Session (choose one)
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| Concurrent Sessions |
| SESSION NAME |
PRESENTER |
| 10. Alzheimer's Disease Research Update |
Jonathan D. Geiger, Colin K. Combs and Othman Ghribi
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| 11. Assessing and Addressing the Spiritual Needs of Frail Senior Adults |
Sr. Marie Hunkler, OSB, MA, BCC
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| 12. Stroke: Warning Signs, Treatment and Prevention |
S. Shiraz Hyder, MD, MMM, CPE, FAHA, FAAN
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10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
- Break & Refreshments
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10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
- KEYNOTE: Success, Easy as A,B,G!
Presented By: Ann Dolence
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11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
- Closing Comments, Door Prizes & Evaluations
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| THURSDAY EVENING FAMILY CAREGIVING WORKSHOP |
Thursday, October 15, 2009 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Price: $0 per person.
**OPTIONAL**
Target audience is family caregivers. No pre-registration or fee. Contact hours will not be offered.
7:00 to 8:00 PM - The New Elderly. William B. Orr, MD, PhD
8:00 to 9:00 PM - Humor Your Stress. Ann Dolence
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Payment must accompany all registrations. If registering on line a credit card number is required. Please note that this site is secured and your card number is safe. If using this form as a mail in registration a check must be attached. Without payment, you will not be considered registered.
Registration by Mail: Complete the registration form and mail payment to: The Education Center, St. Alexius Medical Center, PO Box 5510, Bismarck, ND 58506-5510. Make check payable to St. Alexius Medical Center. A CHECK MUST ACCOMPANY ALL REGISTRATIONS.
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