Aging Forward Together: A Free Summit for Those Supporting an Older Adult
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Join the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Waukesha County on Friday, November 6, from 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at the WCTC Anthony J. Natalizio Center (AJN), Building S, located at 800 Main Street, Pewaukee for Aging Forward Together.
Aging Forward Together is a free summit for people balancing work, life, and caring for an older parent, spouse, family member, or loved one. Attendees will find encouragement, peer connection, and practical local resources and tools.
We encourage attendees to join us for the full day, but we understand life is busy. You are welcome to attend for as much of the day as your schedule allows as long as you register.
The morning keynote presentation, “Self-Care for Those Who Care,” will be presented by Brittany Maas, MSW, LCSW, Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay and owner of a private counseling practice.
Throughout the day, you will have opportunities to connect with others in similar situations, visit with local resource providers (available 8:30a-12:30p), including the ADRC of Waukesha County, and enjoy a complimentary lunch and refreshments.
Agenda:
8:30a: Check-in at Registration - Enjoy breakfast refreshments
9:30a: Welcome
9:45a: Self-Care For Those Who Care by Brittany Maas, MSW, LCSW, Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay and owner of her own counseling practice
11:00a: Lunch and Resource Tables - Tables end at 12:30 pm
12:30p: #1 Breakout Session
1:30p: #2 Breakout Session
2:30p: Benefits of Laughter using Laughter Yoga, by Dan Michaels, Laughter Yoga Instructor and Health Educator
3:15p: Final Message and Door Prizes
#1 Breakout Session Options: 12:30 - 1:15pm
Advance Directives: Future Care Decisions - Rachel Zuniga is the Advance Care Planning Coordinator from ProHealth Care. Learn how advance care planning can help ensure a loved one’s future medical wishes are understood. Explore options and ways to begin these important conversations.
Caring Together: Navigating Family Dynamics in Caregiving - Courtney Johlke, MS, LPC-IT. Explore practical ways to communicate concerns, understand differing perspectives, navigate family disagreements, and develop a caregiving plan that works for everyone.
Taking Care of You While Taking Care of Others - Providers from Waukesha County Employee Wellness. Take time for yourself. Learn practical tips to manage stress, support your well-being, and maintain the energy needed to help someone you love.
#2 Breakout Session Options: 1:30 - 2:15pm
Coping with Stress Through Journaling - Courtney Klepp, CHES, ADRC Health Promotion Coordinator. Discover journaling as a simple tool for managing stress and protecting your well-being. Participants will learn techniques and have an opportunity to practice.
Smart Supports: Simple Tech That Makes Caregiving Easier - Erika Trawitzki, Resource Specialist from ADRC and family caregiver. Explore simple technology that can support safety, independence, and peace of mind, including smart home devices, cameras, call buttons, and other helpful tools.
Identifying Scams - Steven C. Handrich, CSW and Gabriella Allen, MSW, APSW, ADRC Adult Protective Services Social Workers. Learn to recognize common scam warning signs, reduce risk, and respond if you or someone you love may have been targeted.
Register by October 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/AgingForwardTogether
If you have any questions about this event, feel free to reach out to Sarah Pfeiffle of ADRC at 262-970-6688 or [email protected]
Join the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Waukesha County on Friday, November 6, from 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at the WCTC Anthony J. Natalizio Center (AJN), Building S, located at 800 Main Street, Pewaukee for Aging Forward Together.
Aging Forward Together is a free summit for people balancing work, life, and caring for an older parent, spouse, family member, or loved one. Attendees will find encouragement, peer connection, and practical local resources and tools.
We encourage attendees to join us for the full day, but we understand life is busy. You are welcome to attend for as much of the day as your schedule allows as long as you register.
The morning keynote presentation, “Self-Care for Those Who Care,” will be presented by Brittany Maas, MSW, LCSW, Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay and owner of a private counseling practice.
Throughout the day, you will have opportunities to connect with others in similar situations, visit with local resource providers (available 8:30a-12:30p), including the ADRC of Waukesha County, and enjoy a complimentary lunch and refreshments.
Agenda:
8:30a: Check-in at Registration - Enjoy breakfast refreshments
9:30a: Welcome
9:45a: Self-Care For Those Who Care by Brittany Maas, MSW, LCSW, Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay and owner of her own counseling practice
11:00a: Lunch and Resource Tables - Tables end at 12:30 pm
12:30p: #1 Breakout Session
1:30p: #2 Breakout Session
2:30p: Benefits of Laughter using Laughter Yoga, by Dan Michaels, Laughter Yoga Instructor and Health Educator
3:15p: Final Message and Door Prizes
#1 Breakout Session Options: 12:30 - 1:15pm
Advance Directives: Future Care Decisions - Rachel Zuniga is the Advance Care Planning Coordinator from ProHealth Care. Learn how advance care planning can help ensure a loved one’s future medical wishes are understood. Explore options and ways to begin these important conversations.
Caring Together: Navigating Family Dynamics in Caregiving - Courtney Johlke, MS, LPC-IT. Explore practical ways to communicate concerns, understand differing perspectives, navigate family disagreements, and develop a caregiving plan that works for everyone.
Taking Care of You While Taking Care of Others - Providers from Waukesha County Employee Wellness. Take time for yourself. Learn practical tips to manage stress, support your well-being, and maintain the energy needed to help someone you love.
#2 Breakout Session Options: 1:30 - 2:15pm
Coping with Stress Through Journaling - Courtney Klepp, CHES, ADRC Health Promotion Coordinator. Discover journaling as a simple tool for managing stress and protecting your well-being. Participants will learn techniques and have an opportunity to practice.
Smart Supports: Simple Tech That Makes Caregiving Easier - Erika Trawitzki, Resource Specialist from ADRC and family caregiver. Explore simple technology that can support safety, independence, and peace of mind, including smart home devices, cameras, call buttons, and other helpful tools.
Identifying Scams - Steven C. Handrich, CSW and Gabriella Allen, MSW, APSW, ADRC Adult Protective Services Social Workers. Learn to recognize common scam warning signs, reduce risk, and respond if you or someone you love may have been targeted.
Register by October 23 by going to http://tinyurl.com/AgingForwardTogether
If you have any questions about this event, feel free to reach out to Sarah Pfeiffle of ADRC at 262-970-6688 or [email protected]
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WCTC - Waukesha County Technical College, WCTC / Entrance Drive, Pewaukee, WI 53072, United States
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