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Happy Holidays from Midsouth Aging Consultant!
The holidays are upon us once again, and what should be the most joyful time of year sometimes just...isn't. Many seniors, as well as people of all ages, experience grief and depression during the holidays as they are reminded of loved ones lost. If you or someone you know is struggling, The Kemmons Wilson Center for Good Grief is an excellent place to turn to for help. From the Midsouth Aging Consultant family to yours, Happy Hanukah, Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa, and blessings for a healthy and happy holiday season!
Medicare Open Enrollment Continues Until December 7!
Midsouth Aging Consultant is available to help seniors navigate the confusing sea of Medicare info! We can help older adults and their caregivers understand how the various parts of Medicare work together, compare plans side by side, and screen/apply for Medicaid, Extra Help, and LIS. Give us a call today at 901-604-4690 to schedule your appointment!
Housing
Midsouth Aging Consultant guides seniors and their loved ones through the process of choosing an appropriate senior living residence, how to pay for care, and making the transition from home to facility.
Dementia
Midsouth Aging Consultant provides training and education for both caregivers and professionals on Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Downsizing & Organizing
Midsouth Aging Consultant can help seniors decide what to keep, what to get rid of, stage an estate sale, and organize belongings/paperwork.
Assessments
Midsouth Aging Consultant can assess seniors' strengths and weaknesses in their physical and emotional health, financial and environmental health, social and intellectual health, and spiritual and occupational health
End-of-Life
Midsouth Aging Consultant guides seniors and their loved ones through important end-of-life decisions, as well as provides education on advanced directives, The Five Wishes, POST, and other documents. MAC also educates consumers on funeral pre-planning.
Independent Living
Midsouth Aging Consultant can provide information and resources on transportation options, meal delivery options, home modifications, and adaptive devices to help seniors live on their own longer.
All About Caregiver Support
Midsouth Aging Consultant is committed to supporting caregivers through one-on-one training, educating the public, and enabling clinicians to better serve caregivers of patients with complex needs. If you know someone who is struggling to care for a loved one, or have a group that would like to know more about how to help the caregivers they know, or have a clinic that is interested in getting a copy of "Helping the Helpers: Toolkit for Supporting Caregivers of Complex Care Patients" (now available for sale on our website), please let us know!
End of the Year In-Service Training
It's not too late to squeeze in some employee in-service training before the end of the year! Midsouth Aging Consultant has a wide variety of topics to choose from. Don't see what you're looking for? Ask us about a custom-made program!
Announcing New Strategic Partnerships!
Midsouth Aging Consultant is pleased to announce two new strategic partnerships with the Alzheimer's Association and Dementia Friends USA! These two organizations both provide vital support and resources for those living with Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as their caregivers.
Midsouth Aging Consultant is happy to serve as a Volunteer Community Educator for the Alzheimer's Association-Tennessee Chapter, which will aid us in our mission to educate the public about this insidious disease and how to help those diagnosed.
We are also very happy to be a partner with Dementia Friends USA, and their Tennessee license holder, Cherokee Health Systems. This important partnership will further us in our vision to promote more age-friendly and dementia-inclusive communities.
"A Christmas Carol" Dec 1, 10:30/1:30 Theatre Memphis.
Memphis Center for Independent Living Holiday Auction, Dec 3-10
Neighborhood Christian Center's "Adopt a Senior" through Dec 10. Email Pam Cox at pcox@ncclife.org
Upcoming Events
Jewish Family Service workshop on anxiety with CEUs, Dec 9
Holiday Open Houses:
Langford at Collierville, Dec 7, 4-6pm
Avenida Watermarq, Dec 9, 3-5pm
MAC provided Dementia 101 training for the Memphis Police Department
MAC attended the Comfort Keepers reception with Brian Bradley, Candace Gibson, and Carey Rotter.
Around Town
MAC provided Dementia 101 training to staff at King's Daughters & Sons Home
MAC attended the StoryPoint of Collierville "Friendsgiving" event with Mandi Burns
MAC participated in the PNA Veterans' Day Parade
MAC attended 901 Networking with Elizabeth Barton from Visiting Angels, Lea Carr from Paragon Bank, Adrienne LaBonia from Liberty Mutual, Lori Coulter from the Germantown Chamber, & Amanda Ling from Peak Potential. William Laurence from Luxe Photography was the guest speaker
Warm Wishes for a Happy Holiday Season!
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