Upcoming Webinars
The right to vote is one of the most cherished rights of citizens of the United States, including for those who are cognitively impaired. Join us for this timely overview of the election laws and voting rights that affect people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias by Patricia Bowen, JD, MSW, LNHA.
- Does a diagnosis of dementia affect voting rights?
- What if someone has a guardian or conservator?
- How do states accommodate people with cognitive impairments or other disabilities in their voting processes?
- What about absentee voting, early voting, write-in ballots and going with someone to the polls?
- Does living in a long-term care facility change someone’s voting rights?
Listen in for suggestions, techniques and resources on how to assist a voter living with dementia to comply with election laws and their right to vote.
Speaker: PATRICIA BOWEN
Patricia “Trish” Bowen, JD, MSW, LNHA, is a senior program specialist at CaringKind. Trish received her Master of Social Work (CT) in 2016 and nursing home administrators license (CT) in 2018 after working 25 years as a lawyer and regulatory affairs specialist in the health care insurance industry. Trish has a passion for the law and for advocating for the rights, autonomy and dignity of people diagnosed with dementia. Trish generously spends part of her time as a vital member of the CaringKind team where she facilitates programs and groups for people living with dementia and their families.
Understanding the Residential and Healthcare Continuum
Assisted living, home care, memory care, long term care? What's difference? What does my insurance pay for?
As Alzheimer's or dementia progresses, daily care needs increase. Understanding the complexities and terminology of health and residential care can be overwhelming. Caring family members and friends need practical wisdom on available services and their cost. Learning what's available and planning for care in advance, can prepare you for future decisions when changing and challenging needs arise.
Join us to learn about the continuum of care for people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias with Pam Atwood, one of CaringKind's expect specialist. Get equipped with practical tips to help you navigate the future.
Speaker: Pamela Krist Atwood, LPC, MA, CDP/CADDCT
Pam is a Psychotherapist, Gerontologist and Presidents of Atwood Dementia Group. She has worked in aging and dementia services for more than 30 years across the disciplines of recreation, social work, care management, nonprofits and residential services. Pam is a gifted speaker, author and vital member of the CaringKind specialist team working in our early-stage programs.
For more information or to register over the phone, contact CaringKind Helpline (646) 744-2900.
Recent Webinars
Navigating Transitions Part 1, 2, 3
Navigating Transitions is a 3-part webinar series to help individuals and families understand the changes that happen from the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Dr. Anne Kenny, a nationally recognized geriatrician and palliative care physician will discuss:
• Palliative care, hospice, and the arc from living well with dementia to
dying from dementia.
• Common grief responses and adapting to the relationship transitions
• Hallmarks of disease transitions and how to adapt care choices and actions accordingly.