Detroit’s annual celebration of healthy aging on June 11th is filled with fun lessons about staying healthy. This event is co-hosted by the Wayne State’s Institute of Gerontology and University of Michigan’s Program for Research on Black Americans.
This free public event promotes exercise, nutrition, health screenings and preventative exams to help African Americans resist the most common diseases of aging. Speakers discuss current research on aging and provide inspirational messages to motivate everyone to improve their health habits.
The Healthier Black Elders Celebration is open to all seniors age 55 years and older. Please contact Donna MacDonald at (313) 664-2605 or donnamacdonald@wayne.edu with questions.
Flyer and Registration below.
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Healthier Black Elders Celebration
Bed Rest and Its Effects on the Body and the Mind
Tuesday, April 16, 9:30-10:30am
“Bed Rest and Its Effects on the Body and the Mind”
Dr. Voyko Kavcic of the Institute of Gerontology
Part of the Wayne State University IOG
Colloquium & Professional Development
All presentations are free, no registration required
71 East Ferry Street, Detroit
Wahlberg Lecture
Fourth Annual Judith J. Wahlberg Memorial Lecture
Raising Awareness of Elder Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and LGBT Issues
March 7, 2013 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Raising Awareness of Elder Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation and LGBT Issues
March 7, 2013 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Shriners Silver Garden Events Center 24350 Southfield Rd. Southfield, MI 48075
The Judith J. Wahlberg Memorial Lecture is a professional training partnership between the Area Agency on Aging 1-B and Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology. The lecture is dedicated to enhancing professional development opportunities for those concerned about services and programs for older adults who are aging in the community. It is a 3CE Conference for Aging Network Professionals.
Agenda: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Welcome and Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. “Awareness of Elder Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation Issues” Ron Tatro: Director of Elder Abuse Prevention Services, Elder Law of Michigan
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. “Awareness of LGBT Older Adult Issues” Judy Lewis: Director, Affirmations Faith Alliance
12:15 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Evaluations
CEUS: Three (3) Contact Hours are available to attendees in: • Nursing • Social Work • Nursing Home Administration • Occupational Therapy • Physical Therapy
You can register to earn CEUs online when you register to attend the lecture. CEU Certificates will be issued after total completion of program. Evaluation, sign in and sign out are required.
Registration Info: Cost: Individual Registration: $45 per person. Group Registration: A group discount rate of $40 per person is available for three or more people registering from the same agency or organization. Student Rate: $20 per student
To Register: Registration for the Judith J. Wahlberg MemorialLecture will take place exclusively online at: www.jjwahlberg.eventbrite.com. Registration Deadline is March 4, 2013.
If you experience problems registering online, please contact Natalie Pearce, LMSW, AAA 1-B, at 248-262-0533, or at npearce@aaa1b.com.
To View Brochure: To view the Judith J. Walhberg Memorial Lecture Brochure (click to download a pdf).
Questions: Please contact Natalie Pearce, LMSW, AAA 1-B, at 248-262-0533, or at npearce@aaa1b.com.
Please let Rachel and/or Brenda know if you are interested in attending since there is a group rate!
WSU IOG Winter Colloquium
Hello All:
Apologies to everyone on recent cancellations/substitutions of IOG Colloquium speakers.
We’ve been a bit unlucky this semester with unexpected and last minute conflicts…we will try try to re-schedule the 2 speakers who have cancelled in Fall 2013.
But I think good to go now… NEW SCHEDULE ATTACHED.
Please take special note of the change to Dr. Kavic’s speaking date– now Tues April 16.
See you at Dr. Hector Gonzalez’s talk on Latino Health next week Feb 12– thanks in advance Hector for agreeing to share your work with us!
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Cathy Lysack, Ph.D., OT(C)
Deputy Director, Institute of Gerontology
Professor of Gerontology and Occupational Therapy
87 E. Ferry Street
Detroit, MI 48202
Tel: (313) 664-2625; Fax: (313) 664-2667
Web: http://www.iog.wayne.edu/bio.php?id=194
Continuing Education Opportunities thru the IOG
For the following programs please send an e-mail to donnamacdonald@wayne.edu to register. These events are certified for nursing, SW, OT, PT, NHA, and other allied health employees. A general certificate is also available. Please indicate in your e-mail the type of certificate you require.
Nov 7, 2012, Holistic Approaches to Well-Being, Janet Tait, RN, BSN, CHTP/I, Season’s Change : Am I Feeling Blue??, Lisa Ficker, PhD, Wayne State University, (2CE) to be held at Waltonwood of Novi, 27475 Huron Circle, Novi, MI 48377
Nov 8, 2012 Wellness & Healing: Taking Care of Those Who Take Care of Others, Exploring the Healing Arts, Rhonda Dean, MSN, Wayne State University (1CE plus free holistic spa treatment)Aretee Therapeutic Wellness Spa, 20559 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236, sponsored by Brightstar
Nov 13, 2012 Exploring the Healing Arts- Rhonda Dean, MSN, Wayne State and Psychological and Clinical Approaches to Pain Management, Michelle Leonard, PhD, Wayne State University, (2 CE), to be held at American House Hazel Park, 777 E. Woodward Heights, Hazel Park, MI 48030
Nov 15, 2012 Aging, Alcohol Use/Misuse, and Addiction, Marcia Relyea, M.I.S.,LBSW, (CADC-M)Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (2CE) to be held at WSSU Oakland Center, 33737 W. 12 Mile Rd, Farmington, MI 48331, sponsored by AAA1B, please see registration form for details
Dec 4, 2012 Wellness & Healing: Taking Care of Those Who Take Care of Others, Enhancing Wellness Through Self-Reflection , Rhonda Dean, MSN, Wayne State University (1CE plus free holistic spa treatment)Irene’s Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd., Southfield, MI 48033 / 248-350-1400,