Creating New Conversations for Dementia
If you or a loved one wants to understand dementia, its effects, and ways to cope, we warmly invite you to join us at Creating New Conversations for Dementia. We've invited Amy LaGrant, marketer, gerontologist, and founder of BrandMETTLE, who recently delivered a TEDx talk on her caregiving journey.
Join us and be inspired by her incredible story on July 18, 2024, 1:00 PM at 419 East Hamilton Ave, Campbell, CA.
See you there!
Successful Caregiving: Stronger than the Storm
Care Indeed is one of the proud sponsors for the Avenidas Caregiver Conference entitled, "Successful Caregiving: Stronger than the Storm", where you will be able to delve into successful caregiving best practices, further develop your strength-based skills, consult with experts, and network with sponsors and peers.
Paula Wolfson, LCSW, will present strategies for reframing caregiving as an opportunity to build resilience. Dr. Mehrdad Ayati will discuss the impact of dementia symptoms on mental health and provide strategies for obtaining an accurate diagnosis and care plan. Dr. Marina Martin will cover decision-making in end-of-life care, emphasizing honoring individual preferences and the caregiver's role as a legal decision maker.
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2024 Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) Northern Education Day
Care Indeed is one of the proud sponsors of the 2024 Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) Northern Education Day! Join us for an enriching day designed for professional fiduciaries in the Northern Region, featuring invaluable opportunities for learning and networking.
As the official sponsor, Care Indeed is committed to continuous development of our skills and knowledge through discussions with other professionals in the industry. We look forward to seeing you there!
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ActiveOver50 Resource Fair
Care Indeed is excited to be one of the proud exhibitors at the ActiveOver50 Resource Fair, where a wide range of topics including healthcare, housing, home improvement, financial planning, and recreation will be showcased. This event brings together exhibitors focused on enriching the lives of older adults through community programs and other valuable resources.
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ENYI Engage Empower Connect with Vanessa Valerio
Last January 11, 2025, participants joined an insightful session led by Vanessa Valerio, RN, CCM, CHCA, a seasoned healthcare professional and Certified Dementia Coach. With over a decade of experience in elder care, Vanessa guided families and caregivers through the critical distinctions between normal aging and dementia.
Drawing from her expertise in person-centered dementia care and her ongoing Master of Science in Gerontology studies at USC, Vanessa provided practical tips for recognizing the signs of cognitive decline and managing the challenges that come with caregiving. She also shared strategies rooted in Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care® to support individuals with dementia compassionately and effectively.
Attendees left the event equipped with a deeper understanding of aging and dementia, along with actionable tools to enhance the quality of life for their loved ones and themselves. Thank you to everyone who joined us in this important conversation!
Understanding Aging vs. Dementia: A Guide for Families and Caregivers
On January 16, 2025, attendees took part in an enlightening session led by Vanessa Valerio, RN, CCM, CHCA—an experienced healthcare professional and Certified Dementia Coach. Drawing on her more than ten years of expertise in elder care, Vanessa provided invaluable guidance to families and caregivers, helping them understand the key differences between normal aging and dementia.
Everything You Need to Know About the VetAssist® Program
Learn everything you need to know about the VetAssist® Program and how your family and clients can qualify for benefits. VetAssist helps veterans, or their surviving spouses, apply for a little-known Department of Veterans Affairs benefit to pay for assistance with activities of daily living and in-home services.
The exclusive VetAssist® Program helps veterans, or their surviving spouses, apply for a little-known Department of Veterans Affairs benefit to pay for assistance with activities of daily living. Mark Cohen will discuss how you can get home care started before the VA processes the claim and before the clients receive VA funds.
VetAssist can provide a 0%, interest-free loan so home care can begin almost immediately. The loan can be reimbursed with funds from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) upon approval of the Aid and Attendance benefit. The program also furnishes continuing client service and on-going compliance monitoring, all with no out-of-pocket costs.
Expert Talks: Hospice Referrals by Alicia Antonio, MSN, RN, CIC
You are invited to our first ‘Expert Talks’ this year.
Changes in the hospice care industry are requiring us to upgrade our skills and knowledge – and those that do are able to redefine the quality of care they provide.
We’re here to help you gain deeper insights into hospice care and improve patient outcomes so we can uphold our commitment to giving the best care possible. Join us for a special talk on hospice care where you can learn how to:
✅ Initiate a hospice referral
✅ Identify the symptoms of decline
✅ Enumerate disease-specific eligibility
✅ Specify communication strategies for end-of-life care
Hope to see you there!
About the speaker:
Alicia Antonio has been a registered nurse for more than 20 years who has covered all areas in nursing from Post-Acute to Acute setting. Alicia has been a hospice nurse for the last 7 years of her career. She started as a case manager and moved into the management role in the past 3 years. She has helped open Solace hospice in their journey to get certified by CMS. Alicia earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Far Eastern University (FEU) in Manila, Philippines in 1993. She completed her Master’s Degree in Nursing in 2012 while balancing her ongoing
Multiple System Atrophy Symposium
Join Brain Support Network and Stanford Movement Disorders Center for an enlightening Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) Symposium on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10am to 3pm PT. Whether you prefer attending virtually online or in person at Stanford's campus, this event promises valuable insights into MSA and its management.
Advance registration is necessary for both attendance options. For those joining in person, doors open at 9:30 am, and lunch will be provided. This symposium warmly welcomes everyone affected by MSA, including patients, families, and members of the community. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and support one another in the journey with MSA. Register now to secure your spot!
May 05, 2024
Starts at $20
Shedding Light: Care Indeed's Exclusive Speaker Series
Introducing "Shedding Light," Care Indeed's exclusive series showcasing informative speakers discussing crucial topics in healthcare, senior living, and more. In this installment, we're thrilled to welcome Scott Roseveare and Mercedes Roses. Scott will enlighten us on financial planning, while Mercedes will delve into the intricacies of senior living. Join us for an enriching discussion that promises valuable insights.
Silicon Valley Senior Roundtable sponsored by Care Indeed
We're pleased to sponsor the next Silicon Valley Senior Roundtable Meeting, and we hope you can join us! Dr. Bill Buchholz will be providing the latest updates on the season's infectious diseases.
Join us on Thursday, January 19th from 4:00 PM to 10:00 AM PST at 419 E Hamilton Ave in Campbell, CA 95008. For in-person attendees, please make sure you are fully vaccinated, have a temperature check, and wear a mask. We can't wait to see you there!
About Dr. Bill Buchholz
Dr. Bill Buchholz is a medical oncologist and was educated at Harvard University and Stanford Medical School. He has been practicing in the Los Altos area from 1978 until 2014 when he retired. Since then he has continued to lecture to professional and lay groups about Advance Care Planning, the End of Life Options Act (physician aided dying) and conducted workshops to help people—before they become patients—have more control over the medical care they receive when they are facing potentially mortal illnesses.
He serves on the Senior Commission of Los Altos, the medical ethics committees of El Camino Hospital and Santa Clara County Medical Association. He was chosen as a Changemaker Fellow at Los Altos United Methodist Church; his project was Creative Aging.
The Human Brain: A Holistic Approach to Brain Health
Care Indeed is a proud sponsor of the Health and Aging Awareness Education Series (HAWES). On May 10, they will be launching a conference called “The Human Brain: A Holistic Approach to Brain Health” at the Grand Bay Hotel in San Francisco, Redwood City. There will be several distinguished speakers who will deliver vital information surrounding the importance of maintaining the mental health of our community members.