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• Trauma, Trauma-Informed Care and Mental Health: Help and Hope

  • Start
    03/14/2024
  •  
    9:15 AM
  • End
    10/10/2024
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual or Hybrid

  
  Trauma, Trauma-Informed Care and Mental Health : Help & Hope

  Sponsored by the FCN Network of the Greater Twin Cities

  “It is important to understand how ubiquitous trauma is in our society, what devastating effects it has on family life, workplace productivity, the ability to learn and take initiative, the ability to stay calm and focused, and the capacity to be compassionate…” Bessel Van Der Kolk How much do you know about trauma and its impact on a person’s spiritual and emotional well-being? Did you know that persons who experience many traumas in their lives are more vulnerable to illness and shorter life spans?

  This four-part series is designed for faith community nurses, faith community leaders, RNs and other professionals who want to learn more about trauma, trauma-informed care and mental health. 

  January 18, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time | Virtual | Part 1: Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care: The Basics We cover the definitions of trauma and trauma-informed care as well as the many types of trauma that can occur throughout the life span.

  March 14, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time |Virtual |Part 2: Trauma-Informed Care: Why and How? How do we recognize trauma and provide the types of care that promote healing? Too often, our efforts can re-traumatize survivors. Learn strategies you can use in your unique setting.

  June 13, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time | Hybrid |Part 3: Mental Health and Trauma in Children and Youth There is a mental health crisis in children and youth in the U.S. The leading cause of death in ages 10-24 is suicide. Trauma is often a contributing factor. Learn about common mental health disorders and signs indicating help is needed.

  October 10, 2024 | 9:15 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time | Hybrid |Part 4: Trauma: Help and Hope In this session learn about new research on resiliency and protective factors that we can promote in our practice and communities. 

  Registration & Cost

  • Cost of individual symposiums (MN FCN $40, Out of MN FCN $50, Non FCN $50, Student $15)
  • Save when you register for the full series (MN FCN $145, Out of MN FCN and Non- FCN: $175, Student $55)
  • Registration closes 72 hours prior to the program start time

  Register Now 2024 Symposium Series Registration (jotform.com) or call 651.204.0904

  
  

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• Compassion in Action: 2024 Phoebe Institute on Aging Conference

  • When
    04/18/2024
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    7:45 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    DeSales University, Center Valley, PA

  Compassion in Action: 2024 Phoebe Institute on Aging Conference

  A wide range of topics will be covered, relating to how compassionate care can support goals including:

  • Workforce well-being
  • Resident and patient experience
  • Long-Term Care
  • Safety
  • Quality
  • Innovation

  Participants will learn how healthcare organizations around the world are improving quality, lowering costs, and strengthening patients’ and providers’ experience using compassionate, collaborative care. Our vision is to form a powerful community where every participant plays an integral role in sharing ideas, stimulating new thinking, and inspiring the change that will better our healthcare system. 
  Conference Objectives:
  

  1. Empathy & Compassionate Care – the effects not only on the patient but also the caregiver
  2. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – Compassionate and inclusive conversations
  3. Economics & the Ethics of Healthcare

  COST:
  • Early Registration is $35 from January 22–February 29.
  • Regular Registration is $50 starting on March 1.
  Registration closes on April 1.
  No refunds are available after April 1.

  6 CEU credits have been approved for the PA State Board of Nursing, NASW-PA, NAB, and NCCAP.

  CLICK HERE FOR THE CONFERENCE BROCHURE

  Click here to register: https://phoebe.org/piaconference/

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• Thriving and Healthy Kids: We All Have a Role to Play in Promoting Positive Childhood Experiences Webinar

  • When
    04/23/2024
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Virtual

  Thriving and Healthy Kids: We All Have a Role to Play in Promoting Positive Childhood Experiences Webinar

  Tuesday, April 23, 2024

  1:00 – 2:00 PM ET

  Join us for a conversation about how communities can support families to create bright futures for all children.

  We all play an important role in ensuring children are safe, healthy and happy. Learn what you can do as a parent, youth, community member or professional working with children to help prevent adversity and promote
  positive experiences so kids can thrive.

  To secure your spot for this insightful discussion, please register at: https://bit.ly/Register-Fireside-Chat.

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• Strategies to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness for People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers

  • When
    04/23/2024
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  
  

  Strategies to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness for People Living with Dementia and their Caregivers

  Date & Time: 

  Apr 23, 2024 01:00 PM in Central Time (US and Canada)

  Description:

  Given the high prevalence and impact of social isolation and loneliness among people living with dementia (PLWD) and those who care for them, providing activities that offer a range of positive health outcomes is critical. In this webinar, presenters will discuss the unique impact of dementia on social isolation and loneliness, tools for measuring these experiences, and common types of programs for addressing social isolation and loneliness among people living with dementia and their caregivers. In addition, Oakwood Creative Care will present how they use Memory Cafés to address the needs of PLWD and their caregivers. Information will be shared on how to create a successful Memory Café in your community and how participation in the Memory Café can significantly reduce social isolation and loneliness for both PLWD and their caregiver.

  Direct questions to NADRC-Webinars@rti.org

  Please note: NADRC webinars are free of charge and open to the public. NADRC webinars are recorded and will be available for viewing at https://nadrc.acl.gov/.

  Pre-registration is required to attend the live webinars. Closed captioning is available during the live event and is included in the recording for all NADRC webinars.

  Participants in this webinar will:

  • Understand the impact of dementia on social isolation and loneliness.
  • Learn about five types of programs aimed at addressing social isolation and loneliness.
  • Gain practical knowledge on how to develop a successful Memory Café in their community, and the benefits and challenges of hosting them.
  • Learn why participation in a Memory Café is a successful strategy for reducing social isolation and loneliness for both the PLWD and their caregiver.

  
  

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• Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium

  • When
    05/02/2024
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    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Virtual

  7th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium Registration Open

  Thursday, May 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM ET

  Registration is now open for the 7th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day (OAMHAD) Symposium, which will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 with the event beginning at 10 AM ET. This virtual event is free and includes a full day of sessions on how to best meet the mental health needs of older adults. In partnership with Rush University’s E4 Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Disparities in Aging, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) anticipates offering free continuing education credit for several professions.

  Click on the link below for more information and to register.

  https://connect.ncoa.org/OAMHAD2024

  
  

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• Caring Alongside: The Essence of Parish Nursing and Congregational Health Ministries

  • When
    05/15/2024
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    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Concordia University Wisconsin- Mequon, WI

  Caring Alongside: The Essence of Parish Nursing and Congregational Health Ministries -
  32nd Annual Conference Sponsored by
  Concordia University Wisconsin

  Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

  Welcome to our 32^nd annual conference! This year’s gathering is based on Galatians 6:2: Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

  As we prayerfully ask for compassion, kindness, humility, patience, and follow His example, we know that our God has blessed us. We will serve our Heavenly Father in our churches and communities with caring service in our congregational health ministries.

  This annual national gathering of nurses, pastors, lay ministers, and others is a true blessing. It helps us all focus on our calling to vocations, to share and tell the love of Christ, and to serve Him in all we do. It includes blessings to gain new knowledge, network with peers, and share resources to help us all develop new programs and ministries in congregational health.

  If you cannot attend, please pray for a successful conference and consider a financial donation. I hope to see you in May 2025 at the 33^rd annual conference in Mequon, WI.  
  
  Your sister in Christ,

  Carol Lueders Bolwerk, PhD, RN
  Director of Parish Nursing
  Concordia University
  262-243-4233
  Carol.luedersbolwerk@cuw.edu

  Click HERE for the Brochure 

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• 17th Annual Holistic Health Webinar on Memory Loss

  • When
    06/01/2024
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Baltimore, MD or Virtual

  
  

  Seminar Description and Agenda

   

  The 2024 Holistic Health Seminar on Memory Loss is a free conference for residents, caregivers, and health professionals in the Greater Baltimore area. This year's event will include options to attend in-person or join via Zoom (dial-in options available). This year's theme is Empowering Families to Prepare for the Future: Courageous Conversations.  

   

  Seminar agenda

  9:00 am - 11:00 am (in-person and virtual attendees)

  Welcoming remarks (Ernestine Jones Jolivet) 

  Speaker Panel: Courageous Conversations 

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  • Medical Care Planning (Randi Ames)

  • Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finance (Dwayne Matthews)

  • Grief Management in All Stages of Life, with a Discussion of Advanced Care Planning (Anna Smolensky, Sakia Godwin)

   

  Interactive Physical Activity Demonstration (MoxieMovez)

  Presentation of Awards 

  Call to Action & Closing Remarks  

   

  11:00 am-12:00 pm (in-person attendees)

  Visit resources tables and participate in health screenings 

   

  Questions? Contact macab.info@gmail.com

  
  

  Click HERE for more information and the Registration Link

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• Lehigh Valley Aging in Place Symposium

  • When
    06/05/2024
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    DeSales University Center, Center Valley, PA

  

  
  

  An Educational Symposium for Caregivers and Professionals

  We are proud to announce that the LVAIP Coalition will continue it’s commitment to community education by hosting a special event geared to caring for those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. 

  There will be two sessions; one for family caregivers and another session offering continuing education (CEU) credits for Social Workers, Case Managers, RNs and Administrators for Personal Care Homes/Assisted Living, Administrators for Skilled Nursing Facilities, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist. 

  Date: June 5, 2024
  Doors Open at 9am – Exhibitor Resources from 9am-6pm

  Session Times: 
  

  Morning Session: 10am – 12pm
  For Caregivers: A Positive Approach to Dementia Care
  $20 – Early Registration – if purchased before 5/1/24

  Afternoon Session, 2pm – 5pm
  Professional CEU: How to Get Your Staff Engaged in Better Care Techniques for a Supportive Dementia Care Environment
  $30 – Early Registration – if purchased before 5/1/24

  DeSales University Center (DUC)
  2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034

  Click HERE for more information and to register.

  
  

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• Refresher Course - Faith Community Nursing

  • When
    07/18/2024
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    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

  
  

  Refresher Course
  Faith Community Nursing

  Sponsored by the Faith Community Nurse Network of the Twin Cities

  Course content: Content will be developed to reflect the revisions in the Foundations Course in 2024. and will also include topics identified by a survey of 100 FCNs who expressed interest in a Refresher course. Description of the content will be available to those who register for the course. Note: This is not the required preparation course RNs need to become FCNs.
  

  Dates: Thursday, July 18, 2024
  Thursday, August 15, 2024
  Thursday, September 19, 2024

  Time: 9:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.m. (Central)
  All 3 sessions are required

  Course Fee: $180.00

  Contact hours: This VIRTUAL three- session course provides FCNs with 15 contact hours for continuing education. These CE hours are valid in the state of MN. RNs from other states should check with their Board of Nursing to be sure the CEs are applicable.

  Click Here for the flyer and registration information!

  Questions?
  Contact : Sondra Weinzierl Sondra@fcnntc.org or 763-478-1027 Or call the FCNN office at 651-204-0904 

  
  

  
  

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• LPNI Study Tour to Alaska

  • When
    09/10/2024
  • Location
    Alaska

  LUTHERAN PARISH NURSES INTERNATIONAL STUDY TOUR 

  10-18 September 2024 ALASKA USA 

  LPNI study tours provide Parish Nurses and others from around the world an opportunity to learn, network and support one another, share experiences and models of practice, meet with pastors, deaconesses, missionaries and others to enjoy fellowship with like-minded people. Previous study tours have included Palestine, Australia, Finland, USA, Germany, New Zealand, Brazil, England, Canada, Singapore, Romania
  

  For more information click HERE.

  Lutheran Parish Nurses International, NFP [LPNI] exists to serve the Lord and His Kingdom through Christ-centered parish nursing in Lutheran denominations. The methods to promote this purpose are: Promote, Support, Equip, Research. Although situations in specific countries require some differences in practice, the focus is always the same.  Lutheran parish nurses provide a Christ-centered compassionate health ministry to members of their congregation and community.

   How to Participate:

   LPNI is not a membership organization, but a network of parish nurses and others with an interest in the mission, vision, and purpose. As a network, there are no dues. You can provide support through your prayers and participation.

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