Sunflower Communities will host a Free CEU event on Wednesday, January 30th from 11:30am – 1pm (Lunch is included) at the Hilton Garden Inn. “Understanding & Ethically Managing Challenging Geriatric Behaviors” is our topic. Our presenter is Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, Administrator & Lead Provider with Twin Cities Physicians.
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We’re having a festive holiday season. From decorating cookies, to viewing area light shows, to decorating trees, and enjoying many holiday crafts and activities. Happy Holidays to all!
Dr. John Brose CEU was the featured speaker at our Housing Summit in Bloomington on October 30th. Hosted by Sunflower Communities, the event included roundtable discussions on 5 important housing topics and a cocktail reception.
Sunflower Communities will host a Free CEU event on Tuesday, May 22nd from 11:30am – 1pm (Lunch is included) at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Owatonna. Marit Anne Peterson, JD, Program Director, Minnesota Elder Justice Center will be speaking on “Preventing & Responding to Elder Abuse”. This is part of our on-going series of educational offerings for area social workers/case managers.
New research from the National Institute on Aging confirms that social isolation can have significant adverse effects for older adults. Loneliness may have a physical as well as an emotional impact. And that experiencing a strong emotional bond can lead to a more active lifestyle and healthier eating. Our community-living philosophy fosters enriched connections, with restaurant-style dining, group activities and more.
The Elmore Assisted Living & Memory Care team is hosting a free CEU event on Tuesday, March 20th from 11:30am – 1pm (Lunch is Included) at the Courtyard by Marriott Mankato. Heather Arechigo, MSN, AGNP-C, Geriatrician with Twin Cities Physicians will be our speaker. This is part of our on-going series of educational offerings for area social workers/case managers.
Our next FREE CEU event will be held on Thursday, February 22nd from 11:30am – 1pm at our community in Waconia. Our presenter will be Karissa Flies, MSW, LGSW, Director of Clinical Operations, Complete Care Group. Area social workers and nurses will learn about “Identifying & Preventing Substance Abuse in Seniors”. Lunch is included. This is part of our on-going series of educational offerings for area clinicians.
Our next FREE CEU event will be held on Wednesday, December 13th from 11:45am – 1pm at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Owatonna. Our presenter will be Roxann Keyes, CMT, Therapeutic Massage Therapist & Owner, Center for Life Design, LLC. Area social workers and nurses will learn strategies to reduce their stress and improve their well-being. This is part of our on-going series of educational offerings for area clinicians.
The Nagel Assisted Living team is hosting a free CEU event on Wednesday, November 8th from 8 – 9:30am. Marit Anne Peterson, JD, Program Director, Minnesota Elder Justice Center, will speak about Preventing & Responding to Elder Abuse. Breakfast and tours included. This is part of our on-going series of educational offerings for area social workers/case managers.
The Nagel Assisted Living team is hosting a pancake breakfast fundraiser with all proceeds to benefit the Waconia United Food Shelf on Saturday, October 28th from 9-11am. For $5 ($3 for children 5-12; Free for kids under 5) you’ll enjoy buttermilk pancakes, sausage links, fresh fruit, a variety of breakfast syrups, orange juice, coffee and tea!