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Conference
2003 Workshops
MORNING
WORKSHOP SESSIONS
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Aftercare: After the Death, Grief and Counseling
Learn how different religions deal with death after the funeral and how this knowledge can be applied to your center and what members of the center can do to help the survivors of the death.
Presenters:
Rev. Ronald Cadmus, Pastor, Reform Church of America
Rev. John Fraser, Archdiocese of New York - St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Rabbi Jacob Goldberg, President, Mourners After-Care Institute
Moderator:
H. Joseph Watts, CFSP
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Communicating With Difficult Clients
In this session, participants will learn how to define difficult clients, understand their own subjective responses to problematic behaviors and effectively communicate with a wide range of clients.
Presenters:
Reesa Brekman,CSW, Director of Social Work Services, Cornell Geriatric
Rose Marie Borg, MA, CTRS, Adult Day Services Coordinator, Council of
Senior Centers and Services
Moderator:
Nancy
Miller, Executive Director/CEO, VISIONS/Services for the Blind and
Visually Impaired
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The Elder Boomers Are Coming: The New York State Governor’s 2015 Report
Learn about the work undertaken by 36 New York State government agencies in preparation for the impact of an aging New York through a presentation on the Governor’s initiative, titled “Project 2015: State Agencies Prepare for the Impact of an Aging New York”.
Presenters:
Neal Lane, Executive Deputy Director, New York State Office for the Aging
Regina Morse, Director, Office of Labor-Management Affairs, New York State Department of Labor
Greg Olson, Executive Director, New York State Coalition for the Aging
Elizabeth Roetter, Deputy Commissioner, Policy and Intergovernmental Relations, New York State Division and Community Renewal
Moderator:
Cynthia Dames, Cynthia Dames Consulting
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Falls Prevention: Identifying Risk Factors and Effective Interventions
Participants in this workshop will learn how to identify risk factors for falls, recognize the impact of the fear of falling on remaining active in the community, become familiar with assessment instruments that indicate fall risk, and intervene to prevent and/or reduce falls.
Presenters: Patricia Miller, Ed.D,
OTR, Assistant Professor, Clinical Occupational Therapy, Clinical Public Health, Columbia University
Moderator:
Donna Corrado, Associate Director, Builders For Family and Youth,
Catholic Charities Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens
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Growing Older: Asian-Americans in NYC
In this workshop, the Asian-American Federation highlights a new study about Asian-American seniors which includes: who are the Asian-American elderly, their health, the role of family and relationships between generations and the impact of cultural factors on the use of services.
Presenters:
Dr. James Dumpson, Senior Consultant, New York Community Trust
Cao K. O, Executive Director, Asian-American Federation
Dr. Ada Mui, Professor, Columbia University School of Social Work
Dr. Angela Shen Ryan, Professor, Hunter College School of Social Work
Moderator:
Marjorie H.
Cantor, Professor, Fordham University School of Social Service
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Healthy Living With Chronic Diseases
This session highlights programs and resources that have been successfully designed and tapped for serving seniors with chronic diseases and disabilities. Partnerships with community providers and local resources that you can develop for your program will be shared.
Presenters:
Betsy Fabricant, MFA, Director of Recreational and Residential Programs VISIONS
Rev. Souci F. Grimsley, HIP Foundation Wellness Program
Carolyn Wolf, CSW, Director of Social Services at VISIONS at Selis Manor Center
Moderator:
Maria
Alejandro, Director of Senior Services, Union Settlement
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Hospital Discharge Planning & Community Case Management
This session will highlight varying perspectives on transitions from hospital to home, and will include discussions of how to improve the relationships among discharge planners, home care agencies, family caregivers, and community-based services. Presenters:
Carol Levine, Director, Families and Healthcare Program, United Hospital Fund
Jane Gould, President/CEO, Visiting Nurse Regional Health Care System Inc.
Ruby H. Greene, MPA, President, RHG Consulting Services
Dale Chaiken, RN, BSN, Community Health Nurse, North Shore Jewish
Health Systems
Moderator:
David A. Gould, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Program, United Hospital Fund
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New Options and Opportunities for the Old &Young: The Frail Elderly and Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Come join us as we learn about the National Caregivers Support Program and other initiatives that have been developed for caregivers of the frail elderly and grandparents raising grandchildren.
Presenters:
Mae Carpenter, Director, Westchester County Office for the Aging
Bill Ferris, State Legislative Representative, AARP-New York State
Robert O’Connell, AoA Bi-Regional Administrator, Regions I and II
Judy Zangwill, Executive Director, Sunnyside Community Center
Moderator:
Janet S.
Sainer, Special Consultant, Brookdale Foundation Group
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Nutrition and Hunger: Other Ways to Look at Food Services
This workshop will address innovative systems to ensure that seniors receive nutritious food from a variety of methods. Presenters will talk about new means for delivering food and other strategies to assist seniors obtain the provisions they need.
Presenters:
Joel Berg, Executive Director, New York City Coalition for Hunger
Vivian Ehrlich, Executive Director, Project DOROT
Kenneth Lauritzen, Assistant Executive Director, Forest Hills Community House Senior Services
Moderator:
Diane
Wuestman, Director, Nutrition Unit, DFTA
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Options for Seniors: Saving on the Cost Prescription Drugs
Learn how seniors can save up to 60% on prescription drugs and to how to advocate for prescription price controls.
Presenters:
Fred Griesbach, Manager, Government Relations, AARP-New York State
Isaac Mimran, Senior Vice President, myprescription.com
Vicki Thomas, President, Thomas & Partners
TBA, New York State EPIC Program
Moderator:
Lois
Aronstein, Director, AARP-New York State
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Snip, Shrink, Succeed: Staying Alive in NYC’s Budget Climate
The economic climate of NYC presents many challenges to community based organizations. Come and listen to a variety of ideas that will help: be more efficient with the resources you have; uncover additional resources; and to think creatively about new sources of funding.
Presenters:
Carol Hunt, Executive Director, Jamaica Service Program for Older Adults
Cheryl Kamen, Executive Director, The Bay Ridge Center for Older Adults
Dr. Linda Leest, Executive Director, Services Now for Adult Persons
Moderator:
Priscilla
Maysonet, Executive Director, Stein Senior Center
AFTERNOON
WORKSHOP SESSIONS
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Beyond ADL's &
IADL's: Making the Right Match: How to Make the Home Care
Match Really Work
Home care is more than a list of tasks; it is the first and foremost a relationship between two people. This session will look at home care preparation and
problem-solving.
Presenters:
Sandra Christian, Director, The Caring Neighbor
Carla Holub, Vice President, Select Care
Deborah Little, CSW, President, Hudson Care Inc.
Moderator:
Judy
Willig, Executive Director, Heights and Hill Community Council
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Cultural Competence in Serving Seniors from a Variety of Ethnic Backgrounds
This workshop will define cultural competence: federal regulations regarding cultural competence in providing services; and issues to be considered in working with Hispanic, Chinese and Russian seniors.
Presenters:
Isabel Ching, Director, City Hall Senior Center
Lenore Friedman, Executive Director, Senior Citizens League of Flatbush
Yvette Martinez, Associate State Director, AARP-NY Region
Moderator:
Maria Cuadrado,
Ph.D., Director of Program Operations, Institute for
Puerto Rican/Hispanic Elderly
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Fishing for Dollars: Applying for Grants
While some foundations have temporarily cutback on contributions, there are still others that have funds available for certain types of programs. Learn about these opportunities, and tips for successful grant writing at this workshop.
Presenters:
Danylle Rudin, MSW, D. Rudin and Associates
Julio Urbina, Sr. Program Officer, The Fan Fox & Leslie R. Samuels Foundation
Wanda Wooten, Executive Director, Stanley Isaacs Neighborhood Center
Moderator:
Stephanie
Raneri, Executive Director, Isaac H. Tuttle Fund
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Food Service Operations in Senior Centers Made Easy
In this session you will learn how to work within your centers food service budget, menu-planning execution, dealing with vendors and haggling for the best price
Presenters:
Pat Bohse, President, Bohse & Associates
Jose A. Senquiz, Food Service Manager, Encore Community Services of NYC
Moderator:
TBA
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Get Your Kicks on the M86: Enhancing Mobility
This workshop covers how to expand the sphere of personal mobility for your seniors using new senior-friendly aspects of NYC buses and trains and teaching strategies for safer pedestrian travel.
Presenters:
Joan Edelstein, MA, PT, Director, Program in Physical Therapy,
Columbia University
Carolyn Jackson-Colley, Assistant Director, Government and Community Relations, NYC Transit Authority
Ilona Lubman, Ph.D., Executive Director, Traffic Safety for NYC Inc.,
NYC Department of Transportation Safety Education Program
Moderator:
Karen
Alexander, Director, Program Development, Stanley Isaacs Center
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Getting Your Message Out Effectively to Elected Officials and the Media
Practical advice on how to advocate for your program with elected officials and the media.
Presenters:
Hon. Gale Brewer, New York City Councilmember
Calvin Lawrence, Jr., Editorial Writer, New York Newsday
Moderator:
Bobbie
Sackman, Director of Public Policy, CSCS
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Give ‘Em What They Want: Assessing Elder Friendly Communities
What is an "elder-friendly community" and how do you know if you live in one? Learn about a framework that describes the elements of an elder-friendly community, and the survey communities can use to see if they measure up.
Presenters: Catherine
Elser, MS, RNC, Coordinator, Yonkers Elder Friendly Initiative
Michal Gursen, MSW, Visiting Nurse Service of New York
Mia Oberlink, MA, Research Associate, Visiting Nurse Service of New York
Joanne Ricco, NORC Project Director, Lincoln Square Senior Center
Moderator:
O. Lewis
Harris, Executive Director, Forest Hills Community House
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In Times of Crisis: A Program for Responsible Emergency Planning
This workshop will detail strategies for senior centers on how to best deal with emergency situations before they occur.
Presenters:
Melissa Gorton, Director of Senior Services, Hamilton Madison House
Cheryl Kamen, Executive Director, The Bay Ridge Center for Older Adults
Nora O’Brien, MA, Director of Partnerships, ILC-USA
Arlene Stern, Outreach Director, Service Providers for Older Persons
Moderator:
Igal
Jellinek, Executive Director, Council of Senior Centers and Services of NYC
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Not Business As Usual: Overcoming the Stigma of Charging for Services
Nothing is for free and the services provided have costs. Growing numbers of senior service providers are exploring fee for service programs. Hear from programs that have already created such programs and the successes they have had.
Presenters:
James Carey, Executive Director, Family Care Services, Visiting Nurse Service
Ann DiSarro, Executive Director, Senior Services of Albany
TBA, Senior Resource Connection of Dayton, Ohio
Moderator:
Michael
Flanigan, Vice President, Community Relations, JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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Recruiting and Retaining Direct-Service Workers in Challenging Times
This session will explore innovative ways to recruit and retain frontline human service workers. Demographic trends affecting this work force and best practices for recruitment and retention will be reviewed. These include career ladders, peer mentoring programs, and targeted training.
Presenters:
Allan J. Amer, CEO, BSI Administrative Services
Melanie Hartzog, Public Policy Associate, Human Services Council of NYC
Rhoda Meador, Cornell University
Karl Pillemer, Cornell Gerontology Research Institute
Moderator:
Thomas
O’Brien, Executive Director, Family Home Care Services of Brooklyn
and Queens
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Tapping Our Treasures: The Challenge of Creating Vital Arts Programming
This workshop will explore exemplary arts programs that tap into the talents of seniors. Programs for well elders, homebound elders and people with dementia will be illustrated. Participants will also be guided on how to create art programs for their agencies.
Presenters:
Susan Perlstein, Executive Director, National Center for Creative Aging/
Elder Share the Arts
Sara Smith, Assistant Director, Stein Senior Center
Marlena Vacarro, Director, Carter Burden Senior Program
Moderator:
Carolyn
Zablotny, Associate Executive Director, Elder Share the Arts
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New York, NY 10036
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