Session One - 9:30 - 10:30AM

1. Planning with Trusts by Kristi Stanley,  Attorney at Law, Currin, Wuest, Mielke, Paul & Knapp, PLLC        
Many people benefit from using a trust as a part    of their estate plan. Kristi will discuss the mechanics of a trust, how to properly fund a trust, and the common mistakes and misconceptions of trust planning.

2. Understanding Medicare by Houston-Galveston Area Council        
Medicare benefit basics, information, and resources.

3. Every Caregiver needs a Checklist by Donna Composto, Founder of Mom’s Care Plan, Co-Founder of the Kingwood Memory Café & Certified Dementia Practitioner
Learn about support, resources, options, and next steps to look for as your loved one transitions from care at home to a senior living environment.

4. Practical Caregiving Skills by Lydia Mims, Director of Nursing, RN, MSN, Aadi Home Health          
Learn the physical skills for assisting your loved ones with activities of daily living. Hear about tips, tricks, and new tools that everyone can use to keep your loved one safe and comfortable.

5. Family Dynamics by Caren L. Barnes, LPC and Jonathan Rea, LPC, LCDC        
Caregiving may increase and complicate existing family tensions. We will discuss some techniques to reduce or resolve these conflicts.

Session Two - 11:00 - 12:00PM

6.  Estate Planning and Probate in Texas by Charioty James, Attorney & Counselor at   Law, James & Parlange Law, PLLC        
This presentation is geared to empower you and     your family with information and options about probate matters in Texas and how you could benefit from estate planning. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more!

7.  Activites for Improving Quality of Life at Home by Kathleen Holloway Certified  Dementia Practioner, Belmont Village  
This workshop focuses on activities, exercises   and strategies tailored to stimulate cognitive   functions, promote mental engagement, and foster a supportive enriching home environment. These activities are enjoyable and therapeutic, aiming to improve memory retention and overall well-being.                

8. De-mystifying the End of Life Journey by Becky Villarreal, LCSW, Devotion            
Hospice & Palliative Care  Develop an understanding of the services and   expectations of caring for a loved one at the   end of life.

9. Resources of Aging in Place by Rick Casey, Caring Senior Service and Lisa Suarez, SarahCare Adult Day Centers          
Healthcare services available in the community and what to expect from them.

10. Behaviors & Alzheimer’s Disease by  Emily C.Castillo, CarePartners            
This workshop is designed for family caregivers that are caring for a person living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. The goal of the workshop is to teach family caregivers strategies to manage difficult behaviors that arise with the onset of dementia. .

For More Information:
Holly Juergen or Denise Thiele
Christ the King Church 281-360-7936