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Housing Conference
Third Annual Housing Conference
by Avenidas with Presenting Sponsor Nancy Goldcamp, Coldwell Banker
With Keynote Speaker Don Weden: “Cities for All Ages: Land Use Planning for an Aging Population.”
This conference will take place on Saturday, March 6, 2010, from 8:30am to 3:00pm.
Schedule
| 8:30 to 9:00 am | Registration. Coffee & orange juice served. |
| 9:00 to 9:40 am | Keynote Address |
| 10:00 to 11:15 am | Session One |
| 11:15 to 11:30 am | Break |
| 11:30 to 12:45 pm | Session Two |
| 12:45 to 1:45 pm | Lunch. Visit Sponsor Booths, Register to Win Prizes! |
| 1:30 | Prize Drawing |
| 1:45 to 3:00 pm | Session Three |
| 3:00 pm | Conference concludes |
Session 1
The following three workshops (A-C) are scheduled for Session 1. You can attend one of these three workshops during this session.
| A | Housing Options Kaye Sharbrough, Senior Seasons Home Referrals and Resources; Peggy Simon, Avenidas Contemplating retirement? Helping someone plan a move? Get an overview of the different housing options for older adults and what to expect from each. Covers aging-in-place, assisted living (including board and care), independent living, continuing care retirement communities, and skilled nursing. |
| B | Comfortable Aging-in-Place Kathy Johnson, Home Care Assistance; Vickie Epstein, Avenidas Village If you wish to stay in the home you love as you age, you’ll probably need a little help along the way. Get an overview of a valuable service that can help keep you safe, connected, and comfortable, and discover the difference between home care and home health care. |
| C | Less-Stress Home Selling Nancy Goldcamp, Realtor Moving from a longtime residence can be complicated, so learn where to begin and who to call for help. This dynamic session is packed with real-life stories from “guest experts” (older adults who have gone through the process), plus insight from a senior moving specialist. Includes examples of timelines, checklists, and resource materials. |
Session 2
The following three workshops (A-C) are scheduled for Session 2. You can attend one of these three workshops during this session.
| A | Continue Care Retirement Communities Panel: Jean Newton, The Forum at Ran Antonio; Letitia Roddy, Channing House; Marilyn Sell, Pilgrim Haven A sampling of local Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) share information about their own facilities as well as general information about these types of care residences, which provide up to three levels of individual care: independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing/long-term care. |
| B | Keeping Safe at Home Genie Nowicki, Harrell Remodeling; Martin Simenc, Home Safety Services Improving the accessiblity of your home will enable you to prevent falls and maintain your independence. Learn the latest home modiication alternatives, from installing grab bars to performing a complete remodel in order to successfully remain safe and independent at home. |
| C | Active Living in Northern California Moderator: Nancy Goldcamp, Realtor Downsize your home and upsize your life! Discover non-assisted living housing options in the Bay Area and beyond. Specialists from various locales will talk about condos, patio homes, golf communities, and more, with info on cost, size, fees, and features. A great way to explore without even leaving the room! |
Session 3
The following three workshops (A-C) are scheduled for Session 3. You can attend one of these three workshops during this session.
| A | Local Assisted Living Residences Panel: Sherry Plambeck, The Magnolia of Millbrae; John Satter, Woodside Terrace; Alyson Tobin, Sunrise of Sunnyvale Assisted living residences provide services ranging from weekly household help to complete assistance with personal care. Amenities and prices vary greatly. This panel of representatives from local assisted living facilities can help you learn what to expect. |
| B | Overwhelmed? Get Organized! Nina Huebsch, Simplify by Design Creating order out of the chaos caused by stacks of worldly possessions can be the irst step toward obtaining inner peace. Whether you are preparing to downsize or staying put in your home, you can benefit from this expert organizer’s tips and tricks. |
| C | Meeting the Costs of Aging Tricia Smith, HIP Housing; Mitch Loran, Loran Insurance An introduction to Reverse Mortgage and Long-Term Care Insurance, financial tools that can assist older adults in covering the cost of long-term care needs such as home care and assisted living. |
Thank You
Avenidas would like to thank the following:
Presenting Sponsor:
Nancy Goldcamp, Coldwell Banker
Supporting Sponsors:
Home Instead Senior Care
Palo Alto Commons
Webster House
Associate Sponsors:
Canyon House & Crescent Villa
Harrell Remodeling
Home Care Assistance
Institute of Aging
Matched Caregivers
The Forum
Woodside Terrace
Photos from past conferences
