BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benjamin Rose - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Benjamin Rose X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.benrose.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Benjamin Rose REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260717T183530Z CREATED:20260630T132553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T183530Z UID:10011894-1784203200-1784206800@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Ask the Expert - Rx for Success: Navigating Medication Changes Safely DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nManaging medication can be confusing and overwhelming! Learn how to navigate medications for your aging loved one\, as well as tips to simplify their regimen\, ensure safety\, and promote organization. You will learn to look for certain medications and medication interactions that may be “high risk\,” and learn how to discuss these and other general medication concerns with your loved one’s primary care provider. \n\n\n\nThe Ask the Expert webinar series is an interactive educational experience that allows you to get answers to your most pressing questions about care. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Speaker\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rachel Balentine Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist\, University Hospitals \n Rachel Balentine is an ambulatory care Clinical Pharmacist with University Hospitals. She works closely with primary care providers to start\, stop\, and change medications to ensure medication safety and efficacy.\n\nShe has a special interest in caring for the geriatric population\, and participates in a multidisciplinary Falls Clinic each month to identify and mitigate fall risks. When not working\, you can find her horseback riding\, watching a movie with friends\, or hanging out with her cat\, Boots. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/rx-for-success/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/rx-for-success/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T153000 DTSTAMP:20260720T185718Z CREATED:20260624T123450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T185718Z UID:10011891-1785852000-1785857400@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Aging in Place: Know Your Housing Options DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur FREE Aging in Place: Know Your Housing Options course is designed to assess homes for safety\, accessibility\, and affordability; explore ways to use home equity to stay in the home; and discover housing options.  \n\n\n\nThis course is a three-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 2:00-3:30 PM: \n\n\n\n\nAugust 4 (Tues)\n\n\n\nAugust 5 (Weds)\n\n\n\nAugust 6 (Thurs)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Guest Speaker\n \n\n\nWe’re pleased to be joined by a representative from Third Federal for this series\, who will share expert insights on aging in place\, and will be available to answer your questions! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Agenda\n \n\n\nSession One: \n\n\n\nAssessing Your Home – Is it Safe? Is it Accessible? Is it Affordable?\n\n\n\nAugust 4 \n\n\n\n\nLearn what it means to age in place\n\n\n\nAssess your current home based on your current needs\n\n\n\nCreate a continuum of care plan based on health\, supports\, and both current and future needs\n\n\n\nReview safety and accessibility in the home through safety checklists\n\n\n\nLearn about fall prevention\n\n\n\nExplore home affordability and the importance of budgeting\n\n\n\n\nSession two: \n\n\n\nUsing Your Home Equity to Keep Your Home\n\n\n\nAugust 5 \n\n\n\n\nLearn the definition of home equity and why it matters\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to use home equity to age in place:\n\nSingle purpose loans and grants\n\n\n\nHome equity loans\n\n\n\nHome equity line of credit\n\n\n\nReverse mortgages\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession three: \n\n\n\nExploring Housing Options for Older Adults\n\n\n\nAugust 6 \n\n\n\nMedicaid Waiver \n\n\n\n\nLearn about activities of daily living (ADLs)\n\n\n\nExplore different housing options for older adults:\n\n\n\nSenior Apartments\n\n\n\nIndependent Living\n\n\n\nAssisted Living\n\n\n\nSkilled Nursing & Rehab Facilities\n\n\n\nCo-Housing & Shared Housing\n\n\n\nLearn about potential ways to pay for housing:\n\n\n\nVeteran benefits\n\n\n\nLong-term care insurance URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/aging-in-place-aug2026/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/aging-in-place-aug2026/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T123000 DTSTAMP:20260721T121903Z CREATED:20260512T123738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T121903Z UID:10011886-1786100400-1786105800@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Financial Education Workshops DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBenjamin Rose\, a HUD-approved housing and financial counseling agency\, provides a variety of free workshops and counseling services. \n\n\n\nOur financial workshops are a four-part series. This registration is for the following Fridays\, from 11:00 AM -12:30 PM: \n\n\n\n\nAugust 7\n\n\n\nAugust 14\n\n\n\nAugust 21\n\n\n\nAugust 28\n\n\n\n\nOur series covers the following topics \n\n\n\n\nRecognizing & avoiding elder financial abuse\, scams & fraud\n\n\n\nPreparing for the future\n\n\n\nBudgeting\, goal setting and saving\n\n\n\nTaking control of credit and debt\n\n\n\nBenefitting from benefits URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/financial-education-aug7/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/financial-education-aug7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T160000 DTSTAMP:20260805T211227Z CREATED:20260313T180311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T211227Z UID:10011870-1786102200-1786118400@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Triumph: Benjamin Rose Celebrates You! DESCRIPTION:Tickets to the luncheon are sold out! To be added to the waitlist\, please contact Jen Cosma at jcosma@benrose.org. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for a day of inspiration and celebration at Triumph: Benjamin Rose Celebrates You! Enjoy lunch\, moving client testimonials\, awards and an inspiring Keynote Address for Sharon Sobol Jordan\, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Cleveland. \n\n\n\nThe Triumph luncheon runs from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.\, with doors opening to the buffet at 10:30 a.m. Tickets to the luncheon are $75 each\, with tables accommodating up to ten people. \n\n\n\nTriumph Community FairAfter lunch\, please join us at our community fair from 1:30 – 4 p.m. We’ll have activities\, information from many of our local partners and live music and dancing. Everyone is welcome to enjoy this FREE event and connect with invaluable resources. \n\n\n\nThe Triumph Community Fair takes place outdoors in the Benjamin Rose parking lot. In case of inclement weather\, the fair will be held indoors at Benjamin Rose headquarters. \n\n\n\nProceeds from the event support Benjamin Rose services within our four programming pillars: Home & Community Based Services\, Housing & Homeownership\, Financial Wellness and Research\, Education & Advocacy. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n Award Recipients\n \n\n\n\n \n\nInez Tillman Killingsworth Community Leadership AwardMarianne Crosley \n\n\n\n\n \n\nCommunity Partnership Award \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nGolden Achievement Award FinalistsSusan PriceAfi ScruggsJudy Stull \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n Sponsor Triumph!\n \n\n\nHelp support the important work of Benjamin Rose by purchasing a sponsorship\, ad or vendor table. By sponsoring Triumph\, your organization will not only be in front of the 150 attendees at the luncheon\, but it will also be represented at the afternoon community fair which is open to all. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities\, download the prospectus. \n\n\n\nOnline sponsor payments can be made here. \n\n\n\nTriumph Community FairVendor tables for the Triumph community fair are currently sold out! Because the community fair is held outdoors\, indoor space is limited; however\, if the weather forecast looks favorable\, we will be able to open additional vendor tables. To join the waitlist for a vendor table\, please email Jen Cosma at jcosma@benrose.org. \n\n\n\nSponsorship opportunities are still available at the Learner level and above. \n\n\n\nThere will be a vendor passport for attendees to fill out and be entered into a raffle. For an opportunity for extra exposure\, consider donating a gift card\, basket or other item to the raffle ($25 value) and you can give a brief company pitch when we draw the winner. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the community fair is held outdoors\, so please plan accordingly. Vendors are provided with one five-foot table and two chairs. We are not able to provide access to electricity. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n Speaker\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sharon Sobol Jordan President & CEO of United Way of Greater Cleveland \n Sharon Sobol Jordan is President & CEO of United Way of Greater Cleveland. United Way of Greater Cleveland is the bridge from crisis to possibility for hardworking Greater Clevelanders\, providing support when it is needed most and partnering on solutions that help more people move forward. As President & CEO\, Sharon is leading the modernization of one of the region’s most trusted and essential social impact institutions\, using technology\, real-time data\, and partnerships to expand opportunity for upward economic mobility across the region.\n\nHer work spans the public\, private\, nonprofit\, and technology sectors\, where she has led efforts to modernize systems\, strengthen organizations\, and get results for the people and communities they serve. Before joining United Way\, Sharon led a series of innovation-focused organizations\, serving as Interim CEO of DigitalC\, Founder & CEO of OpenSpace Solutions\, and President of Unify Labs\, where she leveraged data\, technology\, and new approaches to solve complex community challenges.\n\nSharon previously served as Chief of Staff for Cuyahoga County\, where she led major strategic initiatives to expand economic opportunity and growth\, including workforce systems transformation\, early childhood education expansion\, and the creation of the County’s first Innovation Office. Before that\, she joined The Centers for Families and Children\, ultimately serving as President & CEO. Under her leadership\, the organization tripled in size and reach\, serving more than 25\,000 people annually.\n\nEarlier in her career\, Sharon served as Director of Law and Special Counsel to the Mayor of the City of Cleveland\, where she played a key role in addressing some of the city’s most significant legal\, economic development\, and public policy challenges. Prior to that\, she became a partner with the Cleveland law firm now known as Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell.\n\nSharon serves on several nonprofit and civic boards and is a Leader-in-Residence at Cleveland State University College of Law. She has received numerous honors for her leadership and community impact. She holds a J.D. and M.B.A. from The Ohio State University and a B.S. in Public Administration and Management from Indiana University.\n \n Read More\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n Thank you to our sponsors!\n \n\n\n \n Champions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Motivators\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Achievers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Orion Bell\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n Learners URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/triumph26/ LOCATION:Benjamin Rose Headquarters\, 11890 Fairhill Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44120\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops,Fundraisers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/1Triumph.jpg GEO:41.4912176;-81.5997006 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Benjamin Rose Headquarters 11890 Fairhill Road Cleveland OH 44120 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11890 Fairhill Road:geo:-81.5997006,41.4912176 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T200000 DTSTAMP:20260807T141316Z CREATED:20260624T122036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T141316Z UID:10011889-1786384800-1786392000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in buying a home but not sure where to start? \n\n\n\nOur FREE HUD-approved homebuyer education class can teach you the important basics of the home buying process.  We will provide you with the knowledge you’ll need to secure an affordable mortgage and buy the right house for you. \n\n\n\nThis course is a four-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 6-8 PM: \n\n\n\n\nAugust 10\n\n\n\nAugust 11\n\n\n\nAugust 12\n\n\n\nAugust 13\n\n\n\n\nWe’re pleased to partner with Elyse Robinson\, Insurance Broker and owner of Unquoting Insurance Company to provide helpful guidance about homeowner’s insurance for first-time homebuyers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe August 13th session will also be co-facilitated by Chase Bank\, who will share information about the role banks play in the homebuying process. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession One: Budget & Credit\n\n\n\nAugust 10 \n\n\n\n\nExamine your money profile\n\n\n\nLearn how to better manage your money through spending plans\, tracking income & expenses\, goal setting and building your savings\n\n\n\nExplore the importance of credit and learn tips to establish and improve your credit\n\n\n\nReview how to avoid and handle identity theft\n\n\n\n\nSession Two: Obtaining a Mortgage Loan & Your Consumer Rights\n\n\n\nAugust 11 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to qualify and get pre-approved for a mortgage loan\n\n\n\nReview affordability and how to determine how much money to spend on buying a home\n\n\n\nLearn your rights as a loan consumer\n\n\n\n\nSession Three: Shopping for a Home & the Importance of a Home Inspection\n\n\n\nAugust 12 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to shop for a home\, from finding the right neighborhood to considering which type of home is right for you\n\n\n\nExplore tips on how to work with an agent\n\n\n\nLearn about the purchase\, sale\, escrow\, and closing processes\n\n\n\nReview the professional home inspection process and why it’s so important\n\n\n\n\nSession Four: Home Insurance & Maintaining Your Home\n\n\n\nAugust 13 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to protect your home through insurance\, liability protection and home safety measures\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to maintain your home\n\n\n\nEmbrace your neighborhood and learn ways to explore your community\, be a good neighbor and invest in your area’s success\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, click the above button and fill out our registration form. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-aug10/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-aug10/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000 DTSTAMP:20260810T144820Z CREATED:20260708T133406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T144820Z UID:10011895-1786525200-1786528800@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Virtual Second Wednesday with Benjamin Rose DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually the second Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 a.m. to learn more about Benjamin Rose and from President & CEO Orion Bell. Each month we will provide an overview of the programs and services we offer. Second Wednesdays are a great opportunity to network\, learn about Benjamin Rose\, and discover how you can get involved in our work. \n\n\n\nSecond Wednesdays are free to attend\, and all are welcome! Registration is required. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-8/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/Default-Rose.png LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-8/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260702T155239Z CREATED:20260429T163911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T155239Z UID:10011882-1787227200-1787230800@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Ask the Expert: Decoding Disability Benefits DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplying for disability benefits can be a challenging experience. The more you know when you’re applying for benefits\, the better your chances of avoiding costly errors that result in delays or even denials. \n\n\n\n“Join us for “Decoding Disability Benefits\,” presented by Michael Liner\, founder of Liner Legal. In this session\, attendees will gain a clear understanding of eligibility requirements\, common mistakes that can delay or deny claims\, and practical strategies to strengthen your application. \n\n\n\nThe goal is to empower caregivers and professionals with the knowledge they need to navigate disability benefits confidently. \n\n\n\nThe Ask the Expert webinar series is an interactive educational experience that allows you to get answers to your most pressing questions about care. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Speaker\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Michael Liner Founder\, Liner Legal LLC \n Michael Liner is not your typical lawyer in a suit. He is a nationally recognized disability attorney\, speaker\, content creator\, and thought leader redefining legal advocacy. As the founder of Liner Legal\, Michael combines personal lived experience with professional expertise to fight for individuals navigating the complex Social Security Disability (SSD)\, Supplemental Security Income (SSI)\, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) systems. Michael was born with disabilities himself\, and this experience powers his mission: to help others not just survive the system but thrive within it. Whether he’s speaking on stage\, mentoring young advocates\, or educating tens of thousands through his social channels\, Michael leads with authenticity\, empathy\, and impact. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/ask-the-expert-decoding-disability-benefits/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/ask-the-expert-decoding-disability-benefits/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T100000 DTSTAMP:20260812T131935Z CREATED:20260812T131934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T131935Z UID:10011899-1788944400-1788948000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Virtual Second Wednesday with Benjamin Rose DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually the second Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 a.m. to learn more about Benjamin Rose and from President & CEO Orion Bell. Each month we will provide an overview of the programs and services we offer. Second Wednesdays are a great opportunity to network\, learn about Benjamin Rose\, and discover how you can get involved in our work. \n\n\n\nSecond Wednesdays are free to attend\, and all are welcome! Registration is required. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-9/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.benrose.org/wp-content/uploads/Default-Rose.png LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/virtual-second-wednesday-with-benjamin-rose-9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260722T181445Z CREATED:20260624T122421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T181445Z UID:10011890-1788976800-1788984000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in buying a home but not sure where to start? \n\n\n\nOur FREE HUD-approved homebuyer education class can teach you the important basics of the home buying process.  We will provide you with the knowledge you’ll need to secure an affordable mortgage and buy the right house for you. \n\n\n\nThis course is a four-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 6-8 PM: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 9\n\n\n\nSeptember 14\n\n\n\nSeptember 21\n\n\n\nSeptember 28\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Guest Speaker\n \n\n\nWe’re pleased to be joined by a representative from First Federal Lakewood for this series\, who will share expert insights on the homebuying process\, and will be available to answer your questions! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession One: Budget & Credit\n\n\n\nSeptember 9 \n\n\n\n\nExamine your money profile\n\n\n\nLearn how to better manage your money through spending plans\, tracking income & expenses\, goal setting and building your savings\n\n\n\nExplore the importance of credit and learn tips to establish and improve your credit\n\n\n\nReview how to avoid and handle identity theft\n\n\n\n\nSession Two: Obtaining a Mortgage Loan & Your Consumer Rights\n\n\n\nSeptember 14 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to qualify and get pre-approved for a mortgage loan\n\n\n\nReview affordability and how to determine how much money to spend on buying a home\n\n\n\nLearn your rights as a loan consumer\n\n\n\n\nSession Three: Shopping for a Home & the Importance of a Home Inspection\n\n\n\nSeptember 21 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to shop for a home\, from finding the right neighborhood to considering which type of home is right for you\n\n\n\nExplore tips on how to work with an agent\n\n\n\nLearn about the purchase\, sale\, escrow\, and closing processes\n\n\n\nReview the professional home inspection process and why it’s so important\n\n\n\n\nSession Four: Home Insurance & Maintaining Your Home\n\n\n\nSeptember 28 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to protect your home through insurance\, liability protection and home safety measures\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to maintain your home\n\n\n\nEmbrace your neighborhood and learn ways to explore your community\, be a good neighbor and invest in your area’s success\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, click the above button and fill out our registration form. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-sept9/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-sept9/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000 DTSTAMP:20260624T153912Z CREATED:20260624T153910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T153912Z UID:10011893-1789063200-1789070400@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Homebuyer Education DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in buying a home but not sure where to start? \n\n\n\nOur FREE HUD-approved homebuyer education class can teach you the important basics of the home buying process.  We will provide you with the knowledge you’ll need to secure an affordable mortgage and buy the right house for you. \n\n\n\nThis course is a four-part series. This registration is for the following days\, from 6-8 PM: \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 10\n\n\n\nSeptember 17\n\n\n\nSeptember 24\n\n\n\nSeptember 30\n\n\n\n\nSession One: Budget & Credit\n\n\n\nSeptember 10 \n\n\n\n\nExamine your money profile\n\n\n\nLearn how to better manage your money through spending plans\, tracking income & expenses\, goal setting and building your savings\n\n\n\nExplore the importance of credit and learn tips to establish and improve your credit\n\n\n\nReview how to avoid and handle identity theft\n\n\n\n\nSession Two: Obtaining a Mortgage Loan & Your Consumer Rights\n\n\n\nSeptember 17 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to qualify and get pre-approved for a mortgage loan\n\n\n\nReview affordability and how to determine how much money to spend on buying a home\n\n\n\nLearn your rights as a loan consumer\n\n\n\n\nSession Three: Shopping for a Home & the Importance of a Home Inspection\n\n\n\nSeptember 24 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to shop for a home\, from finding the right neighborhood to considering which type of home is right for you\n\n\n\nExplore tips on how to work with an agent\n\n\n\nLearn about the purchase\, sale\, escrow\, and closing processes\n\n\n\nReview the professional home inspection process and why it’s so important\n\n\n\n\nSession Four: Home Insurance & Maintaining Your Home\n\n\n\nSeptember 30 \n\n\n\n\nLearn how to protect your home through insurance\, liability protection and home safety measures\n\n\n\nExplore different ways to maintain your home\n\n\n\nEmbrace your neighborhood and learn ways to explore your community\, be a good neighbor and invest in your area’s success\n\n\n\n\nTo register\, click the above button and fill out our registration form. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/hbe-sept10/ LOCATION:Benjamin Rose Headquarters\, 11890 Fairhill Road\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44120\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops GEO:41.4912176;-81.5997006 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Benjamin Rose Headquarters 11890 Fairhill Road Cleveland OH 44120 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11890 Fairhill Road:geo:-81.5997006,41.4912176 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T130000 DTSTAMP:20260805T161422Z CREATED:20260805T161420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T161422Z UID:10011897-1789473600-1789477200@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:What the Midterms Mean for Older Adults DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin nationally recognized aging policy leader Bob Blancato for a nonpartisan conversation about how the 2026 midterm elections may shape policies affecting older adults and caregivers. From healthcare and long-term care to federal funding and aging services\, this session will help you understand the issues\, opportunities\, and challenges ahead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Speaker\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robert “Bob” Blancato President\, Matz\, Blancato and Associates; National Coordinator of the Elder Justice Coalition \n Robert Blancato Robert “Bob” Blancato is the National Coordinator of the bipartisan 3000-member Elder Justice Coalition. He is also President of Matz\, Blancato and Associates\, the Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs\, and the National Coordinator of the Defeat Malnutrition Today coalition. \n \nBob has long been recognized as a national advocate with policy expertise on behalf of older adults. He has testified numerous times before House and Senate Committees\, most recently in 2022 before the House Appropriations Labor-HHS-Education Subcommittee. \n \nBob’s prior work history includes 17 years as a staffer in Congress and an appointment by President Clinton to be the Executive Director of the 1995 White House Conference on Aging\, one of four he has participated in. He is a member of the Senior Executive Service. \n \nAs a volunteer\, he currently serves as second vice chair of the AARP board and is also on the AARP Foundation\, and the board of the National Hispanic Council on Aging. From 2019 to 2023\, Bob served on the National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services\, appointed by HHS Secretary Azar. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/what-the-midterms-mean-for-older-adults/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/what-the-midterms-mean-for-older-adults/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260730T191426Z CREATED:20260730T191337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T191426Z UID:10011896-1789646400-1789650000@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:Ask the Expert - Nutrition and Caregiving DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Laura Borth for an interactive Ask the Expert session that will cover the biggest nutrition challenges that older adults face. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn about important warning signs to watch for that could indicate a health issue\, and the facts behind common nutrition myths and misconceptions. You’ll also receive some helpful nutrition resources to learn more. \n\n\n\nBring your questions and leave with practical tips you can use every day! \n\n\n\nThe Ask the Expert webinar series is an interactive educational experience that allows you to get answers to your most pressing questions about care. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Laura Borth Policy Director at the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs \n Laura Borth is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over a decade of experience in nutrition\, including clinical practice\, research\, and policy.\n\nAs the Policy Director at the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs\, she focuses on strengthening nutrition and aging services at the national level.\n\nShe also supports policy and advocacy for the Elder Justice Coalition\, and Defeat Malnutrition Today Coalition. URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/nutrition-and-caregiving/ CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops LOCATION:https://www.benrose.org/event/nutrition-and-caregiving/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T163000 DTSTAMP:20260812T202020Z CREATED:20260810T192057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T202020Z UID:10011898-1793866500-1793896200@www.benrose.org SUMMARY:When Safe Is Good Enough: Practical Strategies to Manage Severe Hoarding DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe risk inherent in many hoarding situations is high not only because the living environment is highly cluttered and often dilapidated but because the individual lacks the physical\, psychological\, and social capacity to live safely and comfortably in a highly-cluttered environment. This interaction between an unsafe environment and poor functional capacity defines severe hoarding. Severe hoarding is a serious and growing problem that can lead to eviction\, homelessness\, and death. Those with the problem often have other psychiatric disorders as well as little awareness of the consequences they face living in a hoarding environment. \n\n\n\nWhen Safe Is Good Enough: Practical Strategies to Manage Severe Hoarding is a day-long workshop that focuses on a harm reduction approach that includes skills training to assist clients\, family members\, and concerned others to manage severe hoarding situations. \n\n\n\nThe workshop includes a description of the phenomenon\, the factors that influence harm potential\, methods to assess harm potential and develop an intervention plan\, motivational interviewing strategies to engage clients\, family members\, and concerned others in the harm reduction approach and how to teach clients select cognitive and behavioral skills to manage the problem. \n\n\n\nTickets for the workshop cost $35 for students and $50 for general attendance. \n\n\n\nThe ADAMHS Board is an approved provider through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board and the Ohio Counselor\, Social Worker\, Marriage and Family Therapist Board offering Recognized Clock Hours (RCH) to Chemical Dependency Professionals\, as well as Continuing Professional Education hours (CEUs) to Counselors and Social Workers and has awarded 6 CEU/RCHs for this conference. All participants must attend the entire conference and complete an evaluation form with full licensure information to receive CEUs/RCHs. No partial CEUs/RCHs will be provided. Please allow 30 days from date of conference for attendance to be recorded in CE Broker and receipt of certificate. Certificates will be emailed to the email address used at registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Speaker\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Michael A. Tompkins Co-Director of the San Francisco Bay Area for Cognitive Therapy \n Dr. Michael A. Tompkins is co-director of the San Francisco Bay Area for Cognitive Therapy. He pioneered the application of the harm reduction approach to the problem of hoarding which is highlighted in his two books\, “Digging Out: Helping Your Loved One Manage Clutter\, Hoarding\, and Compulsive Acquiring” (with Tamara L. Hartl) published by New Harbinger Press and “The Clinician’s Guide to Severe Hoarding: A Harm Reduction Approach\,” published by Springer Publishing Company. He is the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to the understanding of hoarding and cluttering by the San Francisco Mental Health Association. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Agenda\n \n\n\nTimeDescription8:15 AM- 8:50 AMRegistration and Breakfast in person Log on and attendance for online registrants  8:50 AM-9:00 AMWelcome and Introduction of Michael Tompkins Ph.D.\, Keynote Speaker ●Leshia Yarbrough Franklin Hoarding Connection Co-Chair and ADAMHS Board Cuyahoga County  9:00 AM-10:30 AM●Hoarding Behaviors\, Hoarding Disorder and squalor. ●Insight functional capacity and harm potential. Rationale for a harm reduction approach to severe hoarding situations. 10:30 AM-10:45 AMBreak  10:45 AM-12:15 PM●Assess harm potential and identify harm reduction targets●Develop a plan and decide where to begin●Engage and manage pushback with Motivational Interviewing  12:15 PM-1:15 PMLunch  1:15 PM-2:45 PM●Build skill: sort and discard●Build skill: solving problems●Build skill: manage distraction  2:45 PM-3:00 PMBreak  3:00 PM-4:30 PM●Build skill: manage distress●Develop an ongoing plan to monitor harm and keep the door open  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Funded by URL:https://www.benrose.org/event/when-safe-is-good-enough-practical-strategies-to-manage-severe-hoarding/ LOCATION:Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio\, 6393 Oak Tree Blvd\, Independence\, Ohio\, 44131\, United States CATEGORIES:Events & Workshops END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR