Circle of Care Leeza’s Place is an intimate
and safe setting where caregivers and loved ones recently diagnosed
with any memory disorder can gather for education and support,
and to prepare themselves for the challenging journey ahead.
Developed in response to the challenges Leeza Gibbons and her
family encountered while seeking specific and needed support,
and funded in full by the generosity of our community through
the Circle of Care Foundation, Circle of Care Leeza’s Place
offers new supportive settings for the purpose of
Educating, Empowering & Energizing.
All programs are FREE OF CHARGE & held on
site unless otherwise noted. Please
feel free to contact Stefanie Elkins at 818-817-3259 or selkins@leezasplace.org.
Circle of Care Leeza’s Place Mural for a Cause
“A Caregiver’s Oasis”
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SEPTEMBER 2008
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MONTH HIGHLIGHTS
- Getting to know AARP
Thurs., Sept. 4
12:30-1:30 pm
- Program your body and mind to DE-STRESS
Tues., Sept. 9
6-7:30 pm
- Mural for a Cause Event @ the Oaks Mall
SUNDAY, SEPT. 14
1-4 pm
- Understanding Communication & Challenging Behaviors
Friday, Sept. 19
10:30 am-12 pm
- Dealing with Re-location Stress Syndrome in Seniors
Thurs., Sept. 25
6-7:30 pm
- Join Team Leeza at the Alzheimer’s Assoc. Memory Walk
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5
Caregivers- Please check out our Wellness Programs:
- Wellness/Reiki
Wed., Sept. 10
12:30-1:30 pm
- Relaxation and Meditation
Wed., Sept. 17
12:30-1:30 pm
- Health Rhythms
Thurs., Sept. 18
3-4:30 pm
COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS-SHOW YOUR SUPPORT of CoCLP!!
“A Caregiver’s Oasis”- Circle of Care Leeza’s Place Mural for a Cause
Sunday, September 14-1-4 pm at the OAKS Gallery and Mall
Please join us at we unveil COCLP “A Caregiver’s Oasis” Wall Mural at the Oaks Gallery at the Oaks Mall
We need your participation in the Mural for a Cause Campaign!!!
Do you have a Ralph’s Club Card?
See attached flyer to learn more about the Community Contribution Program
to support Circle of Care Leeza’s Place.
Join Team Leeza at Alzheimer’s Memory Walk on Sunday, October 5.
Join TEAM LEEZA…. together we can be on the MOVE to end Alzheimer’s disease.
Follow This Link to visit the website http://www.alz.org/californiasouthland/
EDUCATION
Caregiver to Caregiver Support Group*
Tuesday, September 2, 16; 6-7:30 pm
Facilitator: Barbara Shaffer
Thursday, September 11
Facilitator: Dorothy Fried
Wednesday, September 10, 24 10:30 am-12 pm
Co-Facilitators: Leta Nadler & Sandy Kessler
Wednesday, September 17; 10:30 am-12 pm
Co-Facilitators: Nancy Kavin
*Please call Circle of Care Leeza’s Place before attending Support Group.
Circle of Care Leeza’s Place offers a support group for caregivers caring for someone with memory loss. You are welcome to join us for a time of education, support and friendship. Activities for your loved one is provided at Circle of Care Leeza’s Place during the caregiver support group, so please come for a time of respite, learning and encouragement.
Support Group Facilitators:
Barbara Shaffer is a Marriage and Family Therapist who enjoys working with adults, families and the senior population. She has led grief support groups in the past and is affiliated with UCLA Extension's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Her current research interest is "positive aging."
Leta Nadler and Sandy Kessler are both Human Services Paraprofessional that were trained at the Wagner Program at University of Judaism. She has led caregiver support groups for the last 6 six years and is a certified Caregiver Support Group Facilitator with the Alzheimer’s Association.
Dorothy Fried is a Geriatric Care Manager with her own practice in the San Fernando Valley & Nancy Kavin is a Geriatric Care Manager at Silverado and has worked with seniors and developmentally disabled individuals and families for over 15 years.
Early Memory Loss Support Group
Thursday, September 4,11,18,25; 10:30 am-12 pm
*Please call Circle of Care Leeza’s Place before attending the Early Memory Support Group.
This is a support group for those that are recently diagnosed with any memory impairment (i.e. mild cognitive impairments, dementia, Alzheimer’s, traumatic brain injury, stroke, etc..) Acknowledgement of having a memory loss can bring up many feelings and is a time where many changes occur. Joy Fruth, S+AGE Program Director, will be leading the support group. She has years of experience working with seniors and their families.
Getting to Know AARP
Thursday, September 4, 12:30- 1:30 pm
Learn about all the benefit of AARP and how you can become a better health care advocate through the AARP Divided We Fail Campaign. Talk with be led by a dedicated AARP volunteer
Bereavement Support Group
Monday, September 15; 10:30 am-12 pm
This group is dedicated to those caregivers that have lost their loved one in this past year. This group will be co-facilitated by Ellen Ginsburg Kaplan and Lillian Roth graduates of the Wagner Para-professional program that concentrates on counseling and human services.
Program your body and mind to De-Stress
Tuesday, September 9, 6-7:30 pm
Join us for an evening of experiencing stress management techniques. You will learn to program your body and mind to more easily handle stressful situations and stay relaxed. Lisa’s Maxitize method will help you recognize what is not working for you and find ways to get the results you want instead. Lisa Malik M.A. is an engaging motivational speaker, Results coach, Body Harmony teacher and founder of the Ageless Living Educational Center.
Understanding Communication & Challenging Behaviors
Friday, September 19; 10:30am- 12pm
Learn communication techniques and steps to understand the causes of common behavior problems when caring for someone with memory loss. This talk will be presented by a seasoned member of the Alzheimer’s Association speakers bureau as part of the Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Series.
“Ask the Expert”- Dealing with Re-location Stress Syndrome in Seniors
Thursday, September 25; 6-7:30 pm
Moving can be a very challenging and sometimes traumatic experience for older adults and their caregivers. Participants will learn how to identify and prevent common pitfalls in moving seniors, and how to effectively interface with senior housing to achieve a positive experience for their loved one. Tracy Greene Mintz, LCSW from Senior Care Training and Rebecca Wilhem of Angel Senior Placement have years of experience in working with families during re-location and will provide insight and education on how to survive a move.
EMPOWERMENT
Preserving memories through Autobiographical Scrapbooking
Friday, September 5, 12, 19, 26; 10 am–12 pm
Sat. September 13; 10 am–12 pm
Circle of Care Leeza’s Place is pleased to offer an on-going Scrapbooking Workshop for the caregiver and their recently diagnosed loved one. Each workshop is designed to:
- Express creativity and build Family Memory Books.
- Our instructors teach participants how to use materials in an artistic way providing an enjoyable opportunity for families to relive cherished memories.
Ilene Feder and Lisa Mallalieu scrapbook divas on Friday and Holly Tyrer will assist participants how to use materials in an artistic way providing an enjoyable opportunity for families to relive cherished memories.
ENERGY
Memory Fitness
Monday, September 8,15,22,29; 1:30-3:00 pm
No class on the 1st!
This interactive program will provide insight into the memory process while providing tools and strategies for memory retention. It will be fun!!!
Bernadette Haderlein is a former music therapist and is a credentialed teacher in the adult education division of LAUSD where she has teaching in the Programs for Older Adults for fifteen years. Bernadette wrote the Course Outline for Memory Enhancement that is currently being used by all older adult memory fitness teachers.
Tone Up Tuesday’s
Tuesday, September 2,9,16,23,30; 10:30 am- 12:00 pm
A weekly fitness class for caregivers and their loved ones designed to:
- Improve strength, flexibility, balance and coordination in an environment that encourages socialization and safety and overall sense of well being.
- Participate in safe exercises to smoothing, uplifting and energizing music. Modified movements and postures will incorporate basic Yoga, Qi Gong, Tai Chi as well as Traditional Fitness exercises using chairs, light weights, and music.
IRMA NUNEZ has been a Credentialed Teacher in Physical Fitness and Fine & Applied Art for over 30 years. She is currently an Instructor with LAUSD Van Nuys Community Adult School at various residential care facilities in the San Fernando Valley as well as Franklin Community Adult School at adult day care and active senior centers in North/East Los Angeles.
HealthRhythms
Thursday, September 18, 3-4:30 pm
Health Rhythm researched based recreational drumming, used as an effective means for promoting and maintaining health and well-being. NO MUSICAL SKILLS REQUIRED
Trained HealthRhythms facilitator Dolores Wylie, brings a heart of compassion and caring, along with her personal experiences as a guide to restoring wholeness.
Let’s Do Tuesday Lunch with our Community Partners
Tuesdays, September 9, 23; 12-1 pm
This is an enjoyable time to socialize, make new friends, and eat tasty food hosted by local organizations.
September 9 Unique Respiratory & Medical Supplies
September 23 ResCare Homecare
Wellness Workshop
Wednesday, September 10; 12:30-1:30 pm
Jana Kadovitz, L.Ac, Dipl.Ac is an alternative medicine practitioner with 12 years of experience. She will be offering wellness techniques through education and hands-on learning to treat you mind, body and soul
Relaxation and Meditation
Thursday, September17 ; 12:30-1:30 pm
Caregivers rarely take time for themselves. Please join us in this experience that will provide relaxation, energy and a sense of comfort.
Donahue Vanderhider is a Gerontologist and Clinical Hypnotherapist who creates a safe environment where individuals can explore personal growth, renewal and create lasting change.
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