The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events that support and promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities.
- Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, co-hosted by Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) and MHAC – 10:30 am on October 27 (virtual)
Join the Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, cohosted by the Executive Office of Aging and Independence (AGE) and the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative, for our next quarterly meeting on 10/27! This is a community forum to share updates on best practices, learn about funding opportunities, and form partnerships to advance digital equity for older adults.
Our meeting will feature presentations from aging service access points delivering digital navigation and devices under the Mass Broadband Institute’s Digital Equity Partnerships Grant Program. As that program winds down, some of the partners involved will share their work and the impact in the communities they serve.
Registration is available here.
- Navigating End-of-Life Planning and Discussions as a Family Caregiver, hosted by AGE – 12:00 – 1:00 pm on October 29th
Talking about end-of-life wishes with a loved one is one of the hardest, and most important, things a family caregiver can do. Yet many caregivers do not know where to begin, what to say, or how to prepare before a crisis occurs. In this webinar, we will explore both the emotional and practical sides of end-of-life planning with two experts who will help caregivers feel more prepared, informed, and supported.
Lisa Pahl, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Advanced Practice Hospice and Palliative Social Worker, will share guidance on how to start meaningful conversations about end-of-life wishes, including how to make these conversations feel less scary or overwhelming.
Priscilla M. Ross, from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence, will provide an overview of the key legal and planning tools every Massachusetts caregiver should know about, such as Health Care Proxies and Personal Directives. She will also explain why it’s important to have these documents in place before a crisis. Whether you are just beginning to think about these topics or are already in the middle of having these difficult conversations, this webinar will provide knowledge, language, and tools to help you take the next step.
Information and registration is available here.
Upcoming Programs from the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH:
People living with dementia want to remain independent for as long as possible yet caregivers may not know how to balance safety and independence. Learn how dementia changes a person’s independence and impacts safety, how to provide the right amount of support, and tips to make every activity meaningful to the person living with dementia.
Virtual via Zoom | Thursday, Oct 22 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Click here to register
The more caregivers know about the disease, and what to expect, the more prepared they will be for future changes and care decisions. Learn why it’s important to plan for care changes, what types of resources and support services are available including respite care, long term care and end of life options.
Virtual via Zoom | Tuesday, Oct 27 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Click here to register
If you or someone you know is experiencing changes in memory, it’s time to learn the facts. Knowing the warning signs can help determine if you should speak to a doctor. Early detection matters!
Virtual via Zoom | Wednesday, Oct 28 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Click here to register