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Advocacy for Older Adults


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call 216.791.8000 or e-mail info@benrose.org

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Our Mission : To advance the health, independence and dignity of older adults

Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging Events

The Impending Caregiver Crisis: Proposal for a National Initiative
August 5, 2010
8:30a.m. to 10a.m.
Kethley House, 11900 Fairhill, Cleveland

RICHARD C. BIRKEL, PhD, MPA, Executive Director, Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving will join us for an informational program and networking opportunity. One clock hour available for social workers, counselors and nurses. Admission is free but registration is required. For more information, e-mail info@benrose.org

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Fourth Annual Katz Policy Lecture

Thursday, September 23, 2010
4pm
Cleveland Skating Club
2500 Kemper Road, Cleveland 44120

Guest Speaker Robert Blancato, President of Matz, Blancato & Associates and National Coordinator of the Elder Justice Coalition, will speak on ELDER JUSTICE IN AMERICA: WHY SO LONG TO ACHIEVE AND WHAT LIES AHEAD?

A pre-lecture panel discussion is planned from 1:30-3:30pm. More details to follow

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Senior Health & Wellness Center Collaborative Lecture Series

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PAST EVENTS
Creating Integrated Service Systems Through Information Technology
April 7, 2010
8:30a.m. to 10a.m.
Kethley House, 11900 Fairhill, Cleveland

CORINDA CROSSDALE, LMSW, Director, Office for the Aging/Adult Services, Monroe County , NY, and JOHN PIERCE, JD, PhD, Retired Deputy Director, Office of Information Management, Department of Human Services, Allegheny County , PA, will join us for an informational program and networking opportunity. One clock hour available for social workers, counselors and nurses. Admission is free but registration is required. For more information, e-mail info@benrose.org

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Download program materials:

Crossdale Presentation

Pierce Presentation A

Pierce Presentation B

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Benjamin Rose Institute Annual Meeting
June 2, 2010

Guest speaker John Begala, Executive Director of the Center for Community Solutions, will address the impact of changes in county government on delivery of human services.

If you need additional information, call 216.373.1686 or e-mail info@benrose.org.

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Balancing Act for Working Caregivers
A brown bag lunch series presented by the Benjamin Rose Institute and Cleveland Public Library, Main Branch. Programs were held January 27, March 24, and May 12 at noon.

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The Ethics of Cross-Cultural Competency in Clinical Practice

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Continuing education program for social workers in celebration of March as National Social Work Month! Presenter: Julia Ellifritt, LISW-S, of Cornerstone of Hope.

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Should Your Client Be Driving?

Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Registration: 8:00 a.m.
Presentation: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Benjamin Rose Institute,
11900 Fairhill Road, Cleveland

A continuing education program presented by Matt Gurwell of Keeping Us Safe at the Benjamin Rose Institute. Co-sponsored by Kuhlman Educare. Four clock hours available for social workers and nurses. Cost: $40.

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Aging Your Way: Annual Fall Conference & Luncheon
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Hilton Garden Inn (across from Progressive Field)
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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3rd Annual Katz Policy Lecture
Friday, September 25, 2009
4 to 6 p.m.
Kresge Room, Kethley House, 11900 Fairhill Road, Cleveland
Speaker: Vincent Mor, PhD, Brown University
Topic: How State Policies Impact Long-Term-Care Options for Consumers

 
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Celebrating a Career of Distinction: Dr. Sidney Katz 20th Anniversary
Monday, July 13, 2009

8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
McGregor, 14900 Private Drive, E. Cleveland (click here for map and directions)

Join us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Dr. Sidney Katz as BRI's Distinguished Scholar.

Special Guest: U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown presented remarks on the state of health care in the United States. View highlights here.

Check out photos from the event!
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Benjamin Rose Institute 2009 Annual Meeting
Friday, May 8, 2009
4:00 to 6:00 pm
Sammy's in the Flats

Guest Speaker: Lt. Governor Lee Fisher

View highlights of the Lt. Governor's remarks
Windows Media Player 360x264
Quicktime 360x264 / 720x480

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Events from the Katz Policy Institute