In-Person and Virtually on Saturday, February 26th
Riverbend Church is once again partnering with AGE of Central Texas for the 9th annual “GPS: Navigation for Caregivers” Conference on February 26th. The free conference will be presented in-person at Riverbend Church (4214 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746) and simultaneously online via Zoom, from 9:00 am to 3:00 p.m.
This year’s conference will feature dementia expert Dr. Tam Cummings, discussing the different types of dementia, and how caregivers can navigate the difficulties of caring for a loved one who is living with dementia. Dr. Tam has worked in dementia communities for more than two decades, giving her firsthand experience with persons with dementia, their struggles and behaviors, and the frustration families and professionals face daily. Armed with humor and straight forward honest talk, Dr. Tam uses decades of professional experience, personal stories, and compassion to educate caregivers.
- 9:00 am – 9:45 am: Registration, Sponsor Fair, and Breakfast
- 9:45 am – 10:00 am: Welcome
- 10:00 am -11:30 am: Tam Cummings, Session 1
- 11:30 am -12:15 pm: Lunch & Sponsor Fair
- 12:15 pm – 1:45 pm: Tam Cummings, Session 2
- 1:45 pm – 2:00 pm: Break
- 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Q&A with Tam Cummings
For the past 8 years, Riverbend Church has hosted the free conference to provide unpaid family caregivers with relevant information and vital resources to help ease the challenges of caring for an aging family member. Participants discover local resources, acquire skills to better manage their caregiving situation, and connect with national and local experts on aging.
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2022 Hosting Sponsors:
Cyndi Cummings
Turnkey Transitions & Cummings Home Team
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2021 GPS: Navigation for Caregivers Conference
The 2021 Conference included daily seminars with aging and caregiving experts:
- Monday, February 22nd – 10:00-11:30 am:
“Effectively Utilizing In-Home Health Care” with Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, CDP; Founder of Blue Water Home Care
Session Sponsor: Texas Senior Living Locators
– Watch the Presentation Here (redirect to Youtube)
– Download the Powerpoint presentation (PDF format) - Tuesday, February 23rd – 10:00-11:30 am:
“When It’s Not Alzheimer’s Disease” with Sarah Hyde-Williams; Founder of Senior Living Advisors of Austin
Session Sponsor: Arden Courts of Austin
– Watch the Presentation Here (redirect to Youtube)
– Download the Powerpoint presentation (PDF format) - Wednesday, February 24th – 10:00-11:30 am:
“COVID-19 Updates” with Dr. Mary Theoktisto, M.D.; Infectious Disease Expert with Baylor Scott & White Health
Session Sponsor: Hospice Austin
– Watch the Presentation Here (redirect to Youtube)
– Download the Powerpoint presentation (PDF format) - Thursday, February 25th – 10:00-11:30 am:
“How to Pay for Long-Term Care” with Lina Supnet-Zapata, MBA, CTXG, CMC; Executive Director/Managing Partner for MIR Care Consultants, Inc.
Session Sponsor: Buckner Villas
– Watch the Presentation Here (redirect to Youtube)
– Download the Powerpoint presentation (PDF format) - Friday, February 26th – 10:00-11:30 am:
“Keeping Your Sanity While Caregiving” with Jessica Lemann; Associate State Director of Outreach and Advocacy for AARP Texas
– Watch the Presentation Here (redirect to Youtube)
– AARP “Prepare to Care” guide
Registration for any or all of the conference sessions is free and allows participation in live Q&A.
Register by calling (512) 600-9275, or online at http://www.TinyURL.com/GPSconference2021.