Senior Action Network

Do you want to see our very own SAN member, Cyndi L. from Cyndi's Quality Cleaning, go over the 'edge' on June 29th right here in Lacey at The Hub? You can help to raise funds to support Senior Services for South Sound. SAN has already sponsored Cyndi to rappel, but if you or your business would like to contribute to this fundraiser along with SAN, the link to help is below!

On June 29, 2024, Cyndi and other participants will be rappelling down a building at The Hub at Lacey to raise vital funds for Senior Services for South Sound.

From noon to 5 pm on that day, we’ll be holding a community-wide ground party at the base of the building. With music, food and drink, and a celebratory atmosphere, we'll be enjoying a great time while we watch folks rappel down.

Help Senior Action Network go Over The Edge! Join us as we rappel down a building to support seniors in our community!

The May SAN Courier is linked below. Our May meeting will be next week, Tuesday, May 28th at 7:45am and will be a networking/marketing meeting for members to get to know other SAN members better. Come with your smile, business cards, and get ready to meet new people!

https://conta.cc/44SaKXk

Onstage right now. Dr Jennifer Stelter.

🌟 Exciting Announcement 🌟

We're thrilled to unveil the incredible lineup of speakers for this Saturday's SOLD-OUT Dementia Conference! 🧠💡 Join us in exploring groundbreaking insights and the latest advancements in dementia care and research.

Meet Our Esteemed Speakers:
9:15 Dr. Jennifer Stelter: A new model of Care: Dementia connection model.
10:00 Teresa Riley: Importance of personalized care for a loved one
10:45 Virginia Marum: Healthy fat for brain health.
11:15 Sarah Ketter: Opening a whole new world of possibilities thru virtual reality.
12:30 OT Lisa Andrew: Tools of the trade for aging in place.
1:15 Tony Brooks: Activities to reduce anxiety.
2:00 Jon Tunheim: Hope theory
📅 Date: This Saturday
📍 Location: Saint Martin’s University
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

While tickets are no longer available, stay tuned for key highlights and learnings from the conference. We can't wait to share this transformative day with our incredible community!

🌟 Exciting News for Our Upcoming Senior Action Network Dementia Conference! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce Lisa Andrew as our 3rd keynote speakers! Born and raised in Aberdeen, Washington, Lisa has dedicated over three decades to home health rehab, specializing in education and support for patients and families. With 32 years at Providence Sound Home Care, she has become an expert in home safety, dementia care awareness, and maximizing independence for those with chronic illnesses.

In 2019, Lisa became a certified trainer and consultant with Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care. She brings not only professional expertise but also personal experience, as she currently cares for her mother with advancing vascular dementia.

Join us to benefit from Lisa's deep knowledge and heartfelt insights into effective in-home care strategies and dementia care management. It’s an opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field!

📅 Mark your calendars!
📍May 11th at Saint Martin's University.

🌟 We are excited to announce that Jon Tunheim, Thurston County’s Prosecuting Attorney, will be one of our three keynote speakers at the upcoming Senior Action Network Dementia Conference! 🌟

Jon brings a unique perspective, combining his extensive legal expertise with his passion for Hope Theory, a positive psychology framework that emphasizes the transformative power of hope in individuals, organizations, and communities. Having served as a staunch advocate for crime victims, Jon’s journey led him to explore how fostering hope can significantly impact well-being and happiness.

As a seasoned presenter on Hope Theory, Jon is ready to inspire our audience by sharing valuable insights on how hope can be a powerful tool in enhancing the lives of those affected by dementia. Join us to discover practical strategies and inspiring stories that highlight the role of hope in creating positive change.

📅 May 11th at Saint Martin's University
📍 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the leading proponents of Hope Theory.
https://sanolympia.org/event-view-san/?event_san=ODc%3D

The April SAN Courier Newsletter is here! Click below or check your inbox to read all the SAN news and get meeting updates for our April meeting, held next Tuesday, the 23rd at the Olympia Senior Center. John Ficker will be there to give us the annual legislative update. We look forward to seeing you there!

The April SAN COURIER- Meeting reminder: Tuesday, 4/23/24   The SAN COURIER A publication of the Senior Action Network April 2024   Events and News See what's been happening this month. Meeting Times Monthly SAN meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of every mon

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

We are thrilled to reveal that Dr. Jennifer Stelter is one of our three keynote speakers at this year’s Senior Action Network Dementia Conference! With an impressive background spanning over three decades in healthcare and a deep expertise in senior living and dementia care, Dr. Stelter is perfectly positioned to lead our discussions.

As the co-founder and CEO of the Dementia Connection Institute by NeuroEssence, LLC, Dr. Stelter brings invaluable insights from her role in educating and training healthcare organizations and family caregivers. She is also the brilliant mind behind the internationally accredited Dementia Connection Specialist Certification Program and author of "The Busy Caregiver's Guide to Advanced Alzheimer Disease."

Join us to gain from her extensive experience and innovative approaches to dementia care. Let’s come together to learn, grow, and be inspired by one of the leaders in the field!

📅 May 11th at Saint Martin's University
📍 https://sanolympia.org/event-view-san/?event_san=ODc%3D .

Our SAN South Sound Dementia Conference is coming up Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9am-3pm. Attendee registration will be open tomorrow, Monday, March 25th, on the SAN website.

A $5 donation is suggested, but will not be required to attend. Please help us spread the word to those who live, love, or care for someone with dementia. www.sanolympia.org

The MARCH SAN Courier newsletter is now available: https://conta.cc/4cm2iD7
We hope to see you on Tuesday, 3/26/24, 8am, for our morning SAN meeting with speaker, Donna Oiland, reminding us of the importance of "Laughing Matters". Read the newsletter for more SAN news, event updates, and vendor opportunities.

🧠💜SAN members, our Dementia Conference is coming up May 11th and we have space for a few more sponsors; forms and payments are due by April 15th. This form was emailed out via sanchat. If you'd like a table and want to participate at a sponsorship level that works for you, fill it out get it mailed to our treasurer, Ambrea (her email is on the flyer). Questions? Contact Jon Killingbeck or Amy Degon who are heading the committee this year!

We were able to make another local senior center's day by dropping off their SAN DONATION check from our 2023 event fundraisers and donations. The Yelm Senior Center received a $1000 check of support and you can see from her smile how happy they were to be recipients! What a blessing to see these senior centers put this money to good use, supporting their seniors patrons with much needed services and programming. Thank you to Jeanie and the Yelm Senior Center!

Starting the day off right at our monthly Senior Action Network meeting! We gave away BIG today: $16,000 was donated to our local area senior centers, senior related charities, and organizations, all made possible by last year's successful fundraising efforts. Let’s do it again!

Pictured are some of the happy recipients on hand to receive their checks this morning.

Our February SAN meeting is coming up on Tuesday, February 27, at 8am. We hope to see you all there. Click the link to view this month's SAN Courier Newsletter: meeting and speaker info, SAN upcoming events, renewal info and more!

The February SAN COURIER- Meeting reminder: Tuesday, 2/27/24   The SAN COURIER A publication of the Senior Action Network February 2024   Events and News See what's been happening this month. Meeting Times Monthly SAN meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of every