Events
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Hospice Benefits and Determining Eligibility: Wednesday, October 10, 2018: 6 – 7 P.M., Mishawaka
North Woods Village at Edison Lakes 1409 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, United StatesPresented by: Bobbi Plew-Morron, Great Lakes Caring. Hospice is no longer just an end-of-life service. Join us to discuss the important support hospice can provide, along with understanding eligibility. Information shared will include signs and symptoms of decline for specific diseases and more. Refreshments will be provided.
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Lewy Body Dementia-Presented By: Dr. Christina Stemmler, Fort Wayne Neuropsychology, Thursday, October 11, 5:30-7-Fort Wayne, IN
IN, United StatesLewy Body Dementia Presented By: Dr. Christina Stemmler, Fort Wayne Neuropsychology Thursday, October 11, 2018 5:30-7 PM Did you know that October is Lewy Body Awareness month? Join us as we host Dr. Christina Stemmler from Fort Wayne Neuropsychology to explore the symptoms, treatments and more about this complex diagnosis. Dinner will be served. Space…
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Preparing for memory care admission, financially and legally, Presented by: Ben Collier, Collier Financial & Cory Swagger, Swagger Law- Wed, Oct 24- 5:30-7- Fort Wayne
IN, United StatesHope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst-timeline of events leading up to memory care admission Presented By: Ben Collier, Collier Financial and Cory Swagger, Swagger Law Wednesday, October 24, 2018 5:30-7 When it comes to financial planning for future care, it is difficult to know where to begin. Join us as we explore…
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Income Tax Implications of Preparing & Paying for Long-Term Care: Thursday, October 25, 2018: 6:30-7:30 P.M., Mishawaka
North Woods Village at Edison Lakes 1409 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, United StatesPresented by: Ken Milani, PhD., Professor of Accountancy at the University of Notre Dame. Long-term care spending has a variety of income tax implications. This interactive presentation will include coverage of (1) long-term care insurance policies (2) hybrid insurance policies (3) medical expense reporting (4) so-called “tax benefit” provisions. Refreshments will be provided.
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The Grey Zone Part II: Transition & Move-In Strategies, Thursday, November 8, 11:30-1:30 at the Kalamazoo Country Club
Kalamazoo Country Club 1609 Whites Rd, Kalamazoo, MI, United StatesMoving a loved one into memory care assisted living can be a stressful transition for families. Sometimes your loved one can be very resistant to any kind of lifestyle change. Sometimes, they even refuse to consider moving. North Woods Village can help. We have put together our panel of experts who will address move-in transition…
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Virtual Dementia Tour – Thursday, November 8th, 1-4 pm, Mishawaka
North Woods Village at Edison Lakes 1409 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, United StatesDirected by Certified Virtual Dementia Tour Facilitators, this is a unique, individual, immersive experience of simulated dementia. If you wish to understand the physical and mental challenges of those with dementia, please join us. Space is limited to 12 tours.
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“I Want to Go Home!” Challenges Faced with Sundowning and Dementia
North Woods Village at Edison Lakes 1409 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, United StatesFacing the challenge of sundowning when a loved one has dementia is very difficult. Please join us to better understand what sundowning is, and learn some proactive strategies that will provide better piece of mind and comfort to you and your loved one during these times of uncertainty. Refreshments will be provided.
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Festive Holiday Open House, Wednesday, December 12, 3-6 PM, Fort Wayne
IN, United StatesNorth Woods Village would like to invite you and your loved one to our special Holiday Open House. As you sample our chef’s seasonal treats and hot chocolate bar we will show you our beautiful Memory Care Community and introduce you to our Leadership Team. Bring your loved one with dementia to engage in a…
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Caregiving Through The Holidays
North Woods Village at Edison Lakes 1409 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, IN, United StatesHolidays are special times for families. Don't let the added responsibility of caring for your loved one add stress to your holiday spirit. Let us share with you ways to keep your family's holiday joyful! Refreshments will be provided.
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Do You Really Know What Meds You Are Taking? Tuesday Jan 8, 2019 11:00 AM- Fort Wayne, IN
IN, United StatesDo You Really Know What Meds You Are Taking? Presented By: Michelle Stimpson RN, Adult Prevention, Lutheran Hospital Tuesday, January 8, 2018 11-1 PM Being aware of the medicines you are taking will help you make better decisions affecting your health. Did you know that things prescribed by your doctor as well as over-the-counter medicines…
