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A Person Centered Approach to Care

Monday, January 28, 2019
12:30 pm2:30 pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8304 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, VA 22152

How can you reconnect with someone with dementia? Keeping their current abilities in mind, learn ways to keep your loved one engaged in personalized activities.

This program is a part of the Caregiver Essentials Education Series at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. These programs are co-hosted by Insight Memory Care Center, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, and The Springfield Parkinson's Disease and Care Partner Group. Classes will be held from 12:30 to 2:30pm, with a light, healthy lunch served beforehand at 12:00 noon. A free will donation will be accepted for lunch.

Presenter:
Lindsey Vajpyei, Director of Education and Outreach
Lindsey has dedicated her career to working with older adults who live with dementia and their caregivers. She enjoyed her time as an activity director in long-term care for nearly a decade, and she also served as Programs & Services Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association. She currently holds an Activity Director Certification with specialization in Memory Care, essentiALZ Dementia Advanced Care certification, and a Master Trainer certification with the Best Friends Approach to Dementia Care. Lindsey is passionate about quality dementia care from professionals, support and education for care partners, and assisting those with dementia to retain a sense of self and purpose throughout every stage of the disease.

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"I like the people, the programs, the support, the knowledge I gained as caregiver. That my wife flourished (and was improving, I thought) while she participated."