MINUTES Five County Caregiver Advisory Council

MINUTES Five County Caregiver Advisory Council

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MINUTES
Five County Caregiver Advisory Council

December 15, 2015

Cedar City, UT 84770

1:00 PM

Those in Attendance:

Christine HollidayWashington County Council on Aging, Chair

Sheila ShotwellBeaver County Council on Aging

Curtis CrawfordIron County Council on Aging

Fayann ChristensenKane County Council on Aging

Alissa MoellendorfA Gentle Touch

Rosie FletcherCaregiver

Roland WhatcottKind Hearts Senior Care

Carolyn StuerckeApplegate Home Care & Hospice

LuAnn LundquistAlzheimer’s & Dementia Society

Heather CoxFive County Case Manager

Excused:

Donna Chynoweth, ChairGarfield County Council of Aging

Staff Support:

Carrie SchonlawAAA Director, Five County AOG

Tracy HeavyRunner Five County Case Management Coordinator

Carolyn MossFive County AOG

Welcome & Introductions

Ms. Tracy HeavyRunner welcomed those in attendance to the meeting and introductions of council members were made.

Approval of Minutes

Ms.Tracy HeavyRunner requested motion to accept the minutes for the August 25, 2015 meeting.

MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF AUGUST 25, 2015 MEETING MADE BY MS. CHRIS HOLLIDAY. MOTION SECONDED BY MS. ALISSA MOELLENDORF. MOTION CARRIED UNANIOUSLY.

Review and approval of By-Laws Changes from May Meeting

The By- Laws were reviewed, with addition of Program Director.

MOTION TO ACCEPT CHANGES TO BY LAWS MADE BY MS FAYANN CHRISTENSEN. MOTION SECONDED BY MS. CAROLYN STUERCKE. MOTION CARRIED UNANIOUSLY.

Election of Chairman and Vice-Chair

Nominations were held for the new Chairman and Vice- Chair. Ms. Sheila Shotwell, Mr. Curtis Crawford, and Ms. Rosie Fletcher were nominated as the Chair; Mr. Roland Whatcott as the Vice Chair. Ms. Shotwell requested the nomination to be withdrawn.

MOTION MADE BY MS. CAROLYN STUERCKE TO ELECT MS. ROSIE FLETCHER AS NEW CHAIR FOR THE NATIONAL CAREGIVER ADVISORY COUNCIL. MOTION SECONDED BY MR. ROLAND WHATCOTT. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

MOTION MADE BY MS. CHRISTINE HOLLIDAY TO ELECT MR. ROLAND WHATCOTT AS NEW VICE CHAIR FOR THE NATIONAL CAREGIVER ADVISORY COUNCIL. MOTION SECONDED BY MS. SHEIL SHOTWELL. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.

National Caregiver Month - November

Activities held to celebrate national Caregiver Month in November included education and support groups, the National Caregiver Support Program audit, Eldercare Network meetings in Cedar City, “What’s Up 5 County Newsletter” distribution, and Presentation by Ms. Nancy Madsen, State Program Director, at the Washington County Library.

Senior Day at the Legislature

  • Senior Day at the Legislature will be February 10, 2016. This is a great opportunity to talk with local legislatures about funding needs for caregivers and other programs in our area. The funding requests for this session include the addition of the one-time allocation for the National Caregiver Program and meals to become a permanent part of the budget. If this is not approved, we will lose that funding. We will also sponsor a break session for the House, where we can provide a snack and discuss what our programs provide. Infograms with updated information will be sent to Council. If you would like to attend, please contact Tracy.
  • Ms. Sharon Ott has been appointed to the State Aging Advisory Board.

Report from the Alzheimer’s Association

Ms. Heather Cox reported that about 200 people participated in the annual Alzheimer’s Walk and that funds received exceeded their expectations.

Report from the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Society

  • Ms. Luann Lundquist reported on the three fundraisers that have been held for the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Society included a walk, motorcycle run, golf event with Mr. Mike Malaska.
  • After the first of the year they will be working on a name change, because of the confusion between them and the Alzheimer’s Association - “Memory Matters”. There will be a change in mission statement - to help reduce isolation, provide activities and education, and programs. They will also have a new logo.
  • The St. George Center Activity group meets three times per week and is growing.
  • Ms. Lundquist reported that they are looking at opening an adult day care facility with grant/funding.

Five County Programs

  • RCI REACH (Over View) The new program is going well. A copy of the Caregiver training guide was given to council members to review. This book is used by the RCI trainers in the 12-week program for caregivers. This guide may be purchased on-line from the Roslyn Carter Institute.
  • Caregiver Audit – the yearly program audit was completed with Ms. Nancy Madsen, State Program Director. The audit went well. There are a few changes and requests from Ms. Madsen: (1) caregivers can only participate in this program once; (2) each month the caregiver should be receiving training/information for their case manager; and (3) an added push toward education and training for the caregiver.
  • Veterans Case Management Services – Five County is now participating in the Veterans In-Home Program. Referrals are sent to the VA and coordinated with Julie Larsen. With approval from the VA, the case manager from Five County will help to coordinate their services. Ms. Megan McCourt will be the contact at the Five County office. Ms. Janeil Esplin has completed her TRIIP training and is waiting for certification from the Veterans Administration to be a Veterans Service Office. She can help Veterans with applying for services and provide community resources, etc. Ms. McCourt will be completing this training, also. Any Veteran should call the Five County office and talk with either Ms. Esplin or Ms. McCourt for these programs.

Program Update

Outreach (I & R) – “Making the Link packets

  • “Making the Link” packets were distributed to Council members to help distribute to physicians throughout our area.
  • Ms. Alissa Moellendorf reported on “Age in Place” held at the Washington County Community Center twice a year, in the Spring and Fall. “Age in Place” provides classes, information, and lunch for attendees.

Assistance

Any one interested in learning more about the National Caregiver Program or other resources can contact the Five County Aging Services Office. Ms. Heather Cox has written a great article to help provide information on resources, and other staff is available to present to groups, etc.

Support Groups/Training

Five County Aging Servicesis continuing the training and education portions at 4 sites.

  • Hurricane Rehabilitation Center – 3rd Tuesdayof each month at 2pm – Nancy Morrill facilitator.
  • Cedar City – Brookdale at Cedar City -2ndFriday of each month at 1pm – Heather Cox facilitator.
  • St. George – Brookdale at Southgate - 2ndThursday of each month at 1pm – Nancy Morrill facilitator.
  • Kolob Health and Rehab St. George – 3rd Thursday of each month at noon – Sheri Reber facilitator.

Respite

The National Caregiver Program currently has 27 clients participating in the program receiving Respite.

Supplemental Services

A few of the clients have received some supplemental services – a one-time equipment or other purchase as approved by the program.

Updates/Reports from Committee Members.

  • Ms. Paula Bell, Aging & the Arts – will be in Springdale in October focusing on memory issues. Ms. Lundquist is serving on the committee. If anyone would like to be on the committee, please contact Ms. Carrie Schonlaw.
  • May 13, 2016 is the date for the annual Seniors Conference held in Cedar City at Festival Hall.
  • Ms. Rose Fletcher reported that 5 have graduated from the NOMI classes. A support group is held the first Thursday each month regarding Mental Health issues/concerns. Contact Ms. Fletcher for more information.
  • Red Rock Center for Independence is a great resource.

The Meeting adjourned at 2:15pm. Next meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at the St. George Office. Any agenda items can be emailed to Ms.Tracy HeavyRunner.

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