Memory

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Sponsored by The National Council on the Aging
and CareSource
Healthy Aging Briefing Series
Memory Aging
WELCOME
This session will begin promptly at 130pm
ESTPlease mute your phonePersonal
introductions are not necessaryThe moderator
will be on the line shortly
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Memory Fitness Programs

• Meeting the needs of the professional
• Education about memory enhancement and loss
• Program development to meet current needs
• Family and caregiver education
• Early intervention awareness
• Ongoing assessment for changes
• Ongoing volunteer and staff training
• Innovative programs to attract new audiences and
  participants

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Memory Fitness Programs

• Meeting needs of families and caregivers
• Information
• Resources
• Activity ideas
• Quality of life

• Meeting needs of seniors
• Information
• Resources
• Socialization
• Meaningful activities
• Quality of life

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSTypical Audiences

• Senior residences
• Adult day programs
• Senior centers
• AARP
• Retirees
• Elderhostel
• Continuing education programs

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSAdditional Audiences

• Support groups
• Community organizations
• Faith communities
• Health and wellness programs
• Volunteer programs
• Baby boomers
• Workplace

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSMarketing

• Benefit of collaborative efforts
• Reduces expenses
• Increases the audience scope
• Brings together valuable resources
• Expands the possibilities for future programming
• Develops partnerships

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSBasic Program

• Causes
• Diseases
• Reversible
• Normal aging
• Mild cognitive impairment
• Dementia
• Alzheimers disease

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSBasic Program

• Short term and long term memory
• Paying attention and listening
• Attitude
• Organization
• Multitasking, overload, hurrying
• Stress

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSBasic Program

• Lifestyle choices
• Strategies Basics
• Strategies Common problems
• Strategies Additional tips
• Successful aging
• Memory fitness routines

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSFollow-up Topics

• Memory Fitness
• What Does Hearing Have To Do With It?
• Attitude Matters
• Humor Matters
• Lifestyle Choices Matter
• Taking Your Routine Up a Notch

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSSpecial Topics Special
Audiences

• Memory Fitness
• What Does Multitasking Have To Do With It?
• Paying Attention Matters
• Caregiver Stress and Its Impact on Memory
• Maximizing Your Memory in the Workplace
• Creating a Successful Retirement Memory Matters

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSProgram Format Options

• Senior groups
• Series consecutive weeks
• One hour
• Overview
• Special area
• Mini overview of an area less ½ hour
• Health and wellness fair
• Mini overview
• One hour presentation
• Memory fitness workout

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSHelpful to Seniors

• Program announcement
• RSVP number
• Reminder phone calls
• Directions
• Day of program
• Signs to parking and event
• Valet parking
• Name tags
• First name
• Large print

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSHelpful to Seniors

• Refreshment options
• Diet restrictions
• Accessibility
• Program conclusion
• Upcoming program information
• Sign-up sheet with phone numbers
• Evaluation
• Checklist
• Referrals

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSAll Senior Audiences

• For hearing and vision changes with aging
• Microphone
• Special listening devices
• Seating/table arrangement
• Slow rate of presentation
• Location review for lighting
• Background noises and distractions
• Wheelchair accessibility
• Staff availability

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSAdditional Suggestions

• Handouts should be included
• Large print
• Readable font
• Specific color selection
• Simplified layout
• Numbered pages
• Possible PowerPoint
• Include resource list
• Additional activity sheets later

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSMild Memory Impairment

• Modification of presentation needs to address
• Many causes of memory loss
• Variety of sensory deficits
• Program
• Smaller audience
• Shorter presentation
• Meaningful information
• Activities
• Smaller groups
• More assistance
• Meaningful activities
• Various versions

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSMore Advanced Memory Loss

• Audience
• Smaller group
• Avoid highly diverse audiences
• Programs
• Interesting material
• Activities
• Modification to meet their strengths
• Education of caregivers and families

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERSNewsletters - Websites

• Positive attitude stories
• Inspirational quotes
• Reminiscence
• Humor column
• Memory tip
• Brain workouts
• Upcoming programs

• Basic information
• Current research
• Activity ideas
• Communication tips
• Hearing, vision and memory
• Community resources

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERS

• Every mans memory is his private literature.
  Aldous Huxley
• Learning is a treasure that accompanies its
  owner everywhere. Saying
• The excitement of learning separates youth from
  old age. As long as you are learning, youre
  not old. Rosalyn S. Yalow

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MEMORY FITNESS MATTERS

• Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A.
• Speech and Language Pathologist
• Geriatric Communication Consultant
• Memory Fitness Specialist
• www.connectionsincommunication.com
• www.memoryfitnessmatters.com
• kathy_at_connectionsincommunication.com