Area Agency on Aging to Host 29th Annual REACH Conference Virtually Educating Hundreds Who Work with Seniors
Area Agency on Aging • November 9, 2020
Approximately 200 nursing facility administrators, practitioners, caregivers, and others who work with seniors will receive training at the annual REACH Conference(Regional Education on Aging, Caregiving, and Healthcare). The Conference is hosted each year by the Area Agency on Aging(AAA) to provide educational workshops, plenary sessions, and networking opportunities for professionals, caregivers, social workers, case managers, individuals serving older adults and persons with disabilities, and anyone interested in Aging issues.
As a safety precaution, the conference has transitioned into a one-day virtual event. This year’s theme, “Revision” features distinguished speakers, panel discussions, and various networking opportunities.
“We are excited to bring to you REACH 2020, as we revision our service delivery systems, commitment, and dedication in serving our community during a pandemic,” said Bettye Mitchell, Director of the Area Agency on Aging. “We are thankful to our partners, speakers and to the Aging Committee for their zeal in presenting this conference. As we bring 2020 to an end, we look forward to preparing for a face-to-face REACH conference 2021.”
Special keynote presentations include:
Meaningful Work and Workplace Engagement
Justin Jones-Fosu – Founder and CEO of Work. Meaningful. Where he helps organizations and individuals take ownership of their mindset, purpose, and performance to achieve amazing results.
Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors
Jennifer DiLorenzo – Hospice consultant at Loving Hope Hospice. Jennifer makes it her mission to help families have a meaningful and memorable interaction with their loved ones with the absolute best quality of life and care.
Effective Communication Strategies for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Bronwen Zilmer and Marshall Kratz – Bronwen is the Founder of The Oasis. Through personal experience, Bronwen helps give caregivers the chance to take care of themselves while having activities for their loved ones through The Oasis program. Marshall is a member of the REACH planning committee and a retired Certified Community Health Worker Trainer.
Ethical Leadership: Walking the Talk
LaWandra Smith – Founder of Blossoming You. LaWandra built her organization to help individuals develop their leadership skills through self-reflection and self-discovery.
REACH is partially funded by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. To register for the event or for more information, call the Area Agency on Aging of East Texas
at (903) 218-6500 or visit our conference website at www.aaa-reachconference.org.
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The Area Agency on Aging of East Texas is partnering with First Christian Church in Jacksonville to offer a free Benefits & Estate Planning Presentation for Seniors and Caregivers. The informative workshop will be held Thursday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Christian Church Sanctuary, 1920 Beaumont Street in Jacksonville. Presented by Paul Zambie, Managing Attorney with Texas Legal Services Center, the session will help attendees better understand legal and planning issues that can affect older adults and their families. Topics will include wills and trusts, deeds, transfer-on-death deeds, long-term care Medicaid, Medicaid estate recovery, and senior services. This free presentation is designed to give seniors and caregivers practical information to help prepare for life’s challenges and make informed decisions about the future. For more information, contact the Area Agency on Aging of East Texas at 903-218-6500 or 1-800-442-8845.
