GEM's April Lunch and Learn

GEM is happy to announce that Rev. David Morris will explore the spiritual
side of person centered care.
GEM's April Lunch and Learn
Thursday April 21 from 11:30 -1pm
Light Lunch will be served if you call to register
Sentara Kitty Hawk 5200 N. Croatan Hwy

"Finding Spiritual Resources for Meeting Dementia"

When we or a loved ones face the reality of living with dementia, our very
deepest sense of who we are, and what gives our life meaning and value, is
challenged. Religious communities and our own sense of the Holy in our
lives can offer important resources for us to tap into as we navigate this
most challenging of spiritual journeys. This "Lunch-and-Learn" conversation
will highlight some of the sources of strength, support, comfort, and
meaning that personal faith and spiritual communities can offer.

Rev. David Morris is the minister of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation
of the Outer Banks. Both of his parents experienced significant dementia at
the end of their lives, and he brings this experience as well as 15 years of
pastoral ministry to this month's topic.

Call Gail Sonnesso at 252-480-3354 to register

PRESS RELEASE Caring Effectively for people with dementia 4 7 16.docx

 

Dear GEM friends,
We are offering a class about   “Learning  to Care successfully for people living with dementia”

We require two more people for the class to be offered this semester . The info is below and we would love it if you could share it with a friend or family member who might benefit from learning  more about caring for a person living with dementia.

If cost is a barrier GEM will scholarship

Where: College of the Albemarle

Dare County Campus across from Chesley Mall

 

To register: call the College of the Albemarle, call Robert Snyder for registration and payment before end of day Friday 252 335 0821 ex 2250

Class Schedule: April 11,18, 25 and May 2 from 5:30 -8:30 and a practicum at the Dare County Center TBD

Cost $85.00 includes workbook 

Instructor: Gail Sonnesso, MS, Q.D.C.S.

Target Audience: Family caregivers, community friends, professional caregivers, Social workers, Ministers, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, respite care providers and church outreach teams

 Gail Sonnesso will provide an overview of the different dementias, typical stages of the disease and treatment strategies emphasizing the benefits of person-centered care and a structured day to address behavioral issues.

Emphasis is placed on caring for people with dementia living in the community and information about existing supports and services. Learn what to say when your client/family member says “I want to go home!” You will master techniques to prevent “wandering.” Achieve a better understanding of the disease and design days to meet both your best interests while providing the best care for the person with dementia.

Students completing this class will receive 1.5 continuing educations at COA and 12.0 CEU’s applicable to Assisted Living requirements.

Call Gail Sonnesso for more information and to register.
252-480-3354

gsonnesso@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

Seminar on Memory Issues Tuesday April 5th @1:30 OB Presbyterian Church

Hi All,

Could you share this information and come hear these experts talk about Memory Issues that happen as we age and learn about  existing state and local services and supports.

Seminar on Memory Issues

 Have you ever returned from the grocery store and realized that you did not buy the one item that you went to get in the first place? Have you gone to visit friends and found their house had moved? Most of us can relate to memory lapses, but it is easy to take such moments for granted and let them go.

How do we care for ourselves or loved ones when memory problems persist? Come hear Gail Sonnesso of G.E.M. and Sheila Davies, a local expert in Health Care Policy and Administration, and Kaye White our Senior Tar Heel REP as they present the Senior Seminar on Memory Issues - Dementia and Alzheimer's.

Both of these ladies are well qualified to address memory issues.

Gail Sonnesso is the founder and executive director of G.E.M. Adult Day Services, Inc. a non-profit organization providing restorative programs for people who are at risk if left alone. Among her many accomplishments, she is a member of the Dementia Care Professionals of America and has completed certification as a Qualified Dementia Care Specialist.

Sheila Davies is currently Director of Public Health for Dare County Department of Health and Human Services. She was instrumental in opening an outpatient substance abuse treatment clinic in Nags Head and implementing evidence-based substance abuse prevention in all Dare County Schools. Shelia is currently serving in her third term as Mayor of Kill Devil Hills. She has served on numerous task forces, committees, and boards including the NC Institute of Medicine Alzheimer's Task Force.

Come hear these experts talk about Memory Issues that happen as we age. The seminar will be held at the Outer Banks Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 1:30 pm.  

GEM ART CLASSES

 

Monday 4/4 at the Dare County Center in Manteo at 12:30 with Laura Howard – in the Dining room

 

 

Mondays April 11 & 18^th at 1PM

Clay with Julie Moye

at the Kill Devil Hills Co-op

502 S. Croatan Hwy Kill Devil Hills (South of the KDH Post office on the same side of the road)

 

 

Please just reply to this email if you plan to join us!             Questions Call Gail at 252-480-3354

Thanks,

Gail

GEM ART CLASS MONDAY APRIL 4th at the DARE COUNTY CENTER NEW TIME!!! 12:30

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Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2016 10:49 AM
To: Sandy Scarborough; 'Angelo Sonnesso'
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Subject: GEM ART CLASS MONDAY APRIL 4th at the DARE COUNTY CENTER NEW TIME!!! 12:30
Importance: High

 

Hi Friends,

We are pleased to announce that Laura Howard Local artist will lead us in a class.
Monday Aril 4^th at 12:30.

There is NO CHARGE for this class and all are welcome.

We would like to know if you are coming to ensure plenty of materials.

 

Best,

 

Gail E. Sonnesso, MS, QDCS

AFA Excellence in Care Specialist

GEM DAY SERVICES, INC.

252-480-3354

www.gemdayservices.org

70% of people living with dementia are cared for at home!

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calendar of GEM April programs

Dear GEM friends,

Below is a calendar of GEM April programs. We invite you to participate in
any and all.

. Monday April 4th Art Classes with Dare County Arts Council
Artists continuing every Monday through June 30th
. Tuesday April 5th - Seminar on Memory Issues Outer Banks
Presbyterian Church at 1:30
. Thursday April 7th Memory Screening at the Community Care
Clinic of Dare @ 1:30
. Mondays April 11 -May 2 "Understanding Alzheimers" a 14 hour
class offered at the Manteo Campus of the College of the Albemarle call
252-473-2264 to register.
. Thursday April 21 GEM Lunch & Learn guest speaker Rev. David
Morris Sentara Kitty Hawk @11:30
. Friday April 22 GEM will have a table at the Health Fair at the
Baum Center Senior Games 8:30a

For more information or questions about these programs call Gail Sonnesso,
Executive director at 252-480-3354 or visit www.gemdayservices.org

Best,

Gail E. Sonnesso, MS, QDCS
AFA Excellence in Care Specialist
GEM DAY SERVICES, INC.
252-480-3354
www.gemdayservices.org

community event; Memory Issues that happen as we age

 

Dear GEM Friends and Board members, we thank Lynn Howard of OB Presbyterian Church for inviting us to talk about dementia  join Sheila Davies, Kaye White and me for this community event.

Seminar on Memory Issues

 

Have you ever returned from the grocery store and realized that you did not buy the one item that you went to get in the first place? Have you gone to visit friends and found their house had moved? Most of us can relate to memory lapses, but it is easy to take such moments for granted and let them go.

How do we care for ourselves or loved ones when memory problems persist? Come hear Gail Sonnesso of G.E.M. and Sheila Davies, a local expert in Health Care Policy and Administration, as they present the Senior Seminar on Memory Issues - Dementia and Alzheimer's.

Both of these ladies are well qualified to address memory issues.

Gail Sonnesso is the founder and executive director of G.E.M. Adult Day Services, Inc. a non-profit organization providing restorative programs for people who are at risk if left alone. Among her many accomplishments, she is a member of the Dementia Care Professionals of America and has completed certification as a Qualified Dementia Care Specialist.

Sheila Davies is currently Director of Public Health for Dare County Department of Health and Human Services. She was instrumental in opening an outpatient substance abuse treatment clinic in Nags Head and implementing evidence-based substance abuse prevention in all Dare County Schools. Shelia is currently serving in her third term as Mayor of Kill Devil Hills. She has served on numerous task forces, committees, and boards including the NC Institute of Medicine Alzheimer's Task Force.

Come hear these experts talk about Memory Issues that happen as we age. The seminar will be held at the Outer Banks Presbyterian Church on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 1:30 pm.