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SPIRIT: Rethinking Memory Loss: Unlocking Potential Through the Montessori Approach

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September 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

SPIRIT: Rethinking Memory Loss: Unlocking Potential Through the Montessori Approach

In this enlightening session, Dementia Specialist and Occupational Therapist Romy Pikoos shares her 15 years of experience in applying Montessori principles to dementia and aged care. Discover innovative techniques to enhance engagement, independence, and quality of life for you and the person living with dementia.

Key Benefits:

  • Practical Strategies: Learn actionable techniques to enhance communication and daily interactions with individuals living with dementia.
  • Promote Independence: Discover methods to support autonomy and decision-making abilities, improving quality of life.
  • Holistic Approach: Explore how Montessori principles can address emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being simultaneously.
  • Enhanced Caregiver Skills: Gain insights that can alleviate caregiver stress and enhance satisfaction in providing care.
  • Personal Empowerment: Encourage a sense of purpose and fulfilment in individuals living with dementia.

For more information about Romy Pikoos and her approach, visit Mindkeepers.

Click here to register for the Zoom link for on-site participation and to receive the recording following the program

 

CORPORATE SPONSORS:  

MEMORY MATTERS — https://renayudkowsky.com/signature-course/

CAPITIL REAL ESTATE — https://capitil.com/

MEDICARE INSURANCE SPECIALIST — https://www.65andready.com/

FORSPANKLEAR, LLP — https://www.forspanklear.com/

WINSTON WEALTH ADVISORS — https://www.winstonwealthadvisors.com/ou-spirit

SCHWARTZ BROTHERS JEFFER/SINAI CHAPEL/PARKSIDE MEMORIAL CHAPELS — https://www.dignitymemorial.com/funeral-homes/forest-hills-ny/schwartz-brothers-jeffer-memorial-chapels/4131

CITIZENS BANK https://lo.citizensbank.com/nj/woodcliff-lake/david-siegel

JRESPONDER https://www.sosresponder.com/

KORINSKY & KLEIN, LLP —  https://www.kklawfirm.com/

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We have created a new SPIRIT website with archives and upcoming programs! Now you can watch all of the SPIRIT presentations geared toward retirees- on subjects such as history to exercise to mental health, all in one place! 

CLICK HERE to enjoy past programs on-demand at your convenience!   


The information provided by the OU SPIRIT program is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice on any legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/ financial/halachic or other subject matter.  You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of the information you learn during a SPIRIT program without seeking legal/medical/nutritional/mental health/financial/Rabbinic or other appropriate professional advice.


Partnering Synagogues:
Anshei Chesed Congregation, Boynton Beach (FL)
Anshei Emuna Congregation, Delray Beach (FL)
Beth David Synagogue, West Hartford (CT)
Bialystoker Synagogue, New York (NY)
B’nai Israel-Ohev Zedek, Philadelphia (PA)
Congregation Agudath Sholom, Stamford (CT)
Congregation Ahavas Sholom, Columbus (OH)
Congregation Aitz Chaim, West Palm Beach (FL)
Congregation Anshe Sfard, New Orleans (LA)
Congregation Anshe Sfard Kehillat Torah, Glendale (WI)
Congregation Beth Hamedrosh, Wynnewood (PA)
Congregation Beth Aaron, Teaneck (NJ)
Congregation Beth Ora, Montreal (QUE)
Congregation Beth Sholom, Providence (RI)
Congregation Bnai Yeshurun, Teaneck (NJ)
Congregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills (NY)
Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun, New York (NY)
Congregation Machane Chodosh, Forest Hills, NY
Congregation Ohav Zedek, Wilkes-Barre (PA)
Congregation Ohr Torah, West Orange, NJ
Congregation Tiferet Israel, Austin (TX)
Congregation Torah Ohr, Boca Raton (FL)
Congregation Zvi Jacob, Utica (NY)
Darchei Noam, Minneapolis (MN)
East Denver Orthodox Synagogue (EDOS), Denver (CO)
Fleetwood Synagogue, Fleetwood (NY)
Jewish Center of Atlantic Beach (NY)
Kehillat New Hempstead (NY)
Kehillat Shaarei Torah of Toronto (ONT)
Keneseth Beth Israel, Richmond (VA)
Ner Tamid Greenspring Valley Synagogue, Baltimore (MD)
Suburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim, Baltimore (MD)
Suburban Torah, Livingston (NJ)
United Orthodox Synagogues, Houston (TX)
Young Israel of Bal Harbour, Surfside (FL)
Young Israel of Brookline (MA)
Young Israel of Deerfield Beach (FL)
Young Israel of East Brunswick (NJ)
Young Israel of Elkins Park (PA)
Young Israel of Fort Lee (NJ)
Young Israel of Hillcrest (NY)
Young Israel of Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale (FL)
Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills (NY)
Young Israel of New Hyde Park (NY)
Young Israel of Plainview (NY)
Young Israel of Queens Valley (NY)
Young Israel of Southfield (MI)
Young Israel of Stamford (CT)
Young Israel of West Hartford (CT)
Young Israel of West Hempstead (NY)


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Date:
September 3
Time:
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm