Issue 33
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Conversations for Caregivers

Thursday, Aug 11
8 am – 3 pm

8200 West Outer Drive
Detroit, MI 48219


A FREE day-of-learning event connecting seniors and those that love and care for them to resources, services, programs, and products to meet the joys & challenges of aging.

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This Aging Matter Education & Expo hosted by the Detroit Caregivers Support Collaborative: Neighborhood Legal Services-Elder Law & Advocacy Center, Southeast Michigan Senior Regional Collaborative, Urban Aging News & Bridging Communities, Inc
Special Guest Speaker
BernNadette Stanis starred as Thelma in the television series Good Times. BerNadette is the author of The Last Night: A Caregiver’s Journey through Transition and Beyond. Learn more at: thelmaofgoodtimes.com
Caregiving & Finances
Free Webinar
August 11 @ 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Join the Area Agency on Aging 1-B and special guest LaToya Hall, director of the SAFE Program at Wayne State University, as we share important information on the financial aspects of caregiving.
Learn
  • How to talk about finances
  • Practical tips for managing your loved one's finances
  • How to keep your loved one safe from financial exploitation
Events & Activities
Universal Dementia Caregivers helps caregivers manage the social, spiritual, emotional and practical needs of loved ones with dementia. UDC believes "our loved ones are inside” even if they can no longer communicate in a way we understand. Other services & Workshops
University of Michigan
August Events
See all the events for persons with dementia and the people who care for them in the Calendar List for the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center. Click on the name of the event listed to learn more or to register.
CALM Conversations
Register for October
Explore change and loss throughout the caregiving journey. For family caregivers of adults living with dementia. No charge. Virtual sessions meet quarterly.
  • Oct 27, 1-2:30 p.m. - Rebuilding your life when caregiving ends, and inner caregiving
Relax by the River
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy hosts several outdoor programs on mindfulness and mental health, like guided Meditation Walks, Serenity Breathing and Mindful Movement.
Tips for Caregivers
Benefits Check-Up
If you are recently widowed or have had a change of circumstance, you may qualify for new or expanded benefits. Learn what's available to you at this easy to navigate website recommended by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Visit Benefits CheckUp
Our Journey with Alzheimer's Continues
As my wife's caregiver, I've learned that patience, acceptance and humor help us both cope with her disease. Read more
Are you vulnerable to financial exploitation?
Have you been scammed, exploited, had your identity stolen or otherwise been a victim of financial fraud?

Call LaToya Hall @ 313-664-2608
SAFE Can Help
Successful Aging thru Financial Empowerment (SAFE) provides free financial coaching to older adults and caregivers to help them manage money securely and accurately. If you've been a victim of fraud or exploitation, let SAFE work with you to recover your money. Help is safe, confidential and free.
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