May 16 Art Class

Hello Friends,

Looking forward to seeing you on Monday!
Make a card for a friend or for folks who are recovering at home.
Join Fay and learn about water colors.

Fay Davis- Edwards ~ Water Color Greeting Cards
Dare County Arts Council May 16
1:00P


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

Sea Glass Jewelry with Laura

Hi Friends,
We are making sea glass jewelry on Monday at 1pm at the Dare County Arts
Council downtown Manteo.
We look forward to seeing you.

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


Angelo Sonnesso
Secretary
The Lions Club of Nags Head

GEM Art Class Monday May 2ond at the Dare County Center 12:30 -2pm

Dear, Volunteers and Friends,

We will be making watercolor bookmarks with artist Laura Howard. There is no charge for the class. Please respond to this email or                               call Gail at 480-3354.

 

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!

https://www.facebook.com/TheGemCenter

May 17th ~ Melanie Bunn, NP Dementia Trainer

Dear Friends,
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn from Melanie(She is the trainer in
the video "Accepting the Challenge of providing the best care for people
with dementia!"
To register please call Dianne Denny at Spring Arbor 449-4455
Making Your Helping Helpful
11:30-1:30 & look at flyer for second session!
Dare Parks & Rec-602 Mustian Ave, Kill Devil Hills
*Luncheon sponsored by The Outer Banks Hospital

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

The New Harmony Café

Harmony Café Kitty Hawk United Methodist Church, May 7, 2016: GEM and Kitty
Hawk United Methodist church are partnering to provide a meaningful and
enjoyable program for frailer seniors in our community. Harmony Café is a
three hour program meeting on Saturday, and includes a craft, lunch and live
music. The program begins at 11am and ends at 2pm. Registration is required.
GEM is a community based non-profit serving Outer Banks citizens since 1997
and we are thrilled that KHUM and Jo Ann Schwartz are hosting our first
Monthly Café. For more information or to register call Gail Sonnesso at
252-480-3354.

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

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