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Connected Horse provides innovative equine-assisted workshops and training that inspire connection and engagement and improve the lives of those impacted by dementia together with their care partners. Our pathbreaking equine programming is driven by research conducted at Stanford University and UC Davis and is designed to help those who can attend workshops in person at local barns and those who need programming to come to them at home or in senior communities and day programs.
Dr. Ann Phillips shares recommendations to successfully navigate the physical rehabilitation process. Watch to learn how to be part of a successful rehab process through collaboration and advocacy.
Reiki is a complementary/integrative therapy that aids in stress reduction and promotes deep relaxation. Reiki is a holistic, non-invasive therapy that allows the body to deeply relax and helps to calm the nervous system so that we can experience life with a greater sense of ease and feel at peace.
This Medicare program overview and 2025 update is provided by Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA). SHIBA is a program of the Idaho Department of Insurance that provides free Medicare counseling and assistance to seniors.
Brad Talbutt
Certified Medicare Counselor
SHIBA
January 2025
Physician-informed solutions to care for your family member living with dementia to provide connection and calm.
Dr. Anne Kenny, MD
Together In Dementia
March 2024
Bladder or bowel leakage is a common problem for many women – especially as we get older. But there are solutions you can try – without medication or surgery – to help you avoid or control these symptoms.
Dementia Friends is a global movement that is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. Developed by the Alzheimer’s Society in the United Kingdom and adopted by the U.S., the Dementia Friends initiative is now in Idaho. By helping everyone in a community understand what dementia is and how it affects people, each of us can make a difference for people touched by dementia and reducing the stigma surrounding dementia.
Sarah Toevs, PhD and Tiffany Robb, MHS
August 2024
GNANOW.ORG is a leading national online directory of Independent Patient Advocates. The goal of GNA is to quickly connect patients and families with Independent Patient Advocates and to promote the profession as a necessary and welcome component of modern patient care.
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how lifestyle choices may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Watch this session to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.
Christina Richards
Greater Idaho Alzheimer’s Association Chapter
January 2024
When was the last time you enjoyed a good belly laugh? Laughter stimulates circulation, aids muscle relaxation, and improves your immune system. Happy people are more productive and attractive than crabby people. This presentation can teach you how to laugh again and share humor with others.
MyChart is a secure online platform that enables individuals to access and manage their personal health information conveniently and confidentially. This digital tool empowers patients to take an active role in their healthcare management, providing a user-friendly interface that enhances communication between patients and their medical professionals while ensuring data privacy and security.
LEARN
Fall 2023
Exploring Medicare? Dive into this simple guide on coverage types, enrollment periods, and more. Whether you’re nearing retirement or helping a loved one, understand this vital healthcare program.
Elise Daniel
Daniel Insurance, LLC
Fall 2023
MyChart is a secure online platform that enables individuals to access and manage their personal health information conveniently and confidentially. This digital tool empowers patients to take an active role in their healthcare management, providing a user-friendly interface that enhances communication between patients and their medical professionals while ensuring data privacy and security.
Danette Arnson
Accent Funeral Home
Summer 2023
Bathrooms are the most common place in the house where slips and accidents happen. In fact, 80% of falls at home occur in the bathroom and almost 200,000 Americans receive emergency room treatment for bathroom-related injuries every year. Watch this video to learn about solutions you can consider to improve the safety of the bathroom for yourself, loved ones in your care, and caregivers.
Consuela Marshall, OT
Finding a Foothold
Summer 2023
Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. Watch this video to learn the 10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s or other dementia. If you notice any of them, don’t ignore them. Schedule an appointment with your doctor.
Bertha Sandoval
Alzheimer’s Association
Greater Idaho Chapter
Spring 2023
This video explains the difference between Personal Care / Home Care, Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice Care. Learn how these programs are funded and how to successfully engage with these programs as a family caregiver to best support yourself or your loved one.
Without boundaries, the overwhelm of caregiving can feel like being in the middle of a whirlpool of emotions. Setting, modifying, and reinforcing boundaries can prevent caregiver burnout. This session explores the benefits of boundaries to help family caregivers protect their emotional and physical well-being.
Theresa Wilbanks
Sustainable Caregiving
Spring 2023
This video explains how Medicare Fraud and Abuse can affect you and the three easy steps you can take to prevent fraud and abuse.
December 2022
Equipment that assists with day-to-day medical needs is an important component of health and wellness care for many older adults. Learn about the equipment that can be used in your home to support you and add quality to your life. Join us for a discussion on the variety of options available and how to access them.
Kaitlin Larsen
Jeanette Angeletti
Norco
December 6, 2022
The holidays can evoke many feelings from joy to sadness. Some people may feel overwhelmed by these emotions and engage in behaviors that are unhealthy. Discover how to enjoy your holiday through spiritual wellness. Learn how to acknowledge your feelings by engaging in self-care activities.
Monique Barber, MS, LPC
Counselor
Dr. Lynn Bohecker, Ph.D.
CEO
The Counseling Center
November 10, 2022
People with Medicare have the right to appeal a decision about their coverage or payment of services. But, navigating the appeals process can be daunting. Join this webinar to learn about the appeals process for Medicare coverage and payments.
Melissa Allen
Associate Attorney
McCool Law, PLLC
October 20, 2022
Low-level light therapy is effective in treating numerous medical conditions and associated symptoms. Regardless of the condition for which it is used, LLLT has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, and it promotes faster healing. Watch this session to gain a better understanding of how this non-invasive procedure can benefit you.
Sharon Katzke, CLT, ERLT
Photonic Healing, LLC
August 30, 2022
Fire & Fall Prevention for Seniors
Watch this session to learn about older adult fire safety, fire prevention techniques, and health information for better quality of life. This session is a comprehensive program developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Boise Fire Department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sr. Captain Roy Boehm
Boise Fire Department
June 9, 2022
Watch this session to learn about older adult fire safety, fire prevention techniques, and health information for better quality of life. This session is a comprehensive program developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Boise Fire Department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sr. Captain Roy Boehm
Boise Fire Department
June 9, 2022
Elder Abuse Awareness & Prevention
Each year, hundreds of thousands of adults over the age of 60 are abused, neglected, or financially exploited. Join us to learn the signs and types of abuse and what you can do to help protect vulnerable adults.
Alyssa Groen
Nampa Family Justice Center
June 7, 2022
Each year, hundreds of thousands of adults over the age of 60 are abused, neglected, or financially exploited. Join us to learn the signs and types of abuse and what you can do to help protect vulnerable adults.
Alyssa Groen
Nampa Family Justice Center
June 7, 2022
This session will explore the availability of options for a dignified death, states that have Right to Die options, the importance (and shortcomings) of Advance Directives, and more. Final Exit Network will share what they do and how they address the needs of potential clients.
Disclaimer: This presentation contains information about difficult issues. LEARN provides access to a broad range of resources and information related to aging and caregiving topics and does not take a position on any of our educational topics.
Jim Van Buskirk
Final Exit Network
April 21, 2022
Peaceful Death: Another Option
This session will explore the availability of options for a dignified death, states that have Right to Die options, the importance (and shortcomings) of Advance Directives, and more. Final Exit Network will share what they do and how they address the needs of potential clients.
Disclaimer: This presentation contains information about difficult issues. LEARN provides access to a broad range of resources and information related to aging and caregiving topics and does not take a position on any of our educational topics.
Jim Van Buskirk
Final Exit Network
April 21, 2022
Rethinking Brain Injuries
Most people recognize that significant blows to the head often injure the brain but are unaware that many seemingly mild concussive forces can damage the pituitary gland and have a devastating effect. Many people do not realize their anxiety, depression, brain fog, sleeping disorder, eating disorder, or chronic headaches may be the result of a brain injury and that measuring and balancing hormones in the brain can go a long way toward healing. Join Eric Collett, CEO of A Mind For All Seasons, for a review of current brain injury research and learn about the work his team is doing to help people improve their brain health.
Eric Collett
A Mind of All Seasons
April 5, 2022
Most people recognize that significant blows to the head often injure the brain but are unaware that many seemingly mild concussive forces can damage the pituitary gland and have a devastating effect. Many people do not realize their anxiety, depression, brain fog, sleeping disorder, eating disorder, or chronic headaches may be the result of a brain injury and that measuring and balancing hormones in the brain can go a long way toward healing. Join Eric Collett, CEO of A Mind For All Seasons, for a review of current brain injury research and learn about the work his team is doing to help people improve their brain health.
Living Well With Diabetes or Chronic Pain
The Southwest Idaho Area Agency on Aging offers programs and services for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers. Join us to learn about how to access programs that are available to you. This class will include a special focus on the Living Well evidence-based programs for people living with (or taking care of) someone with diabetes or chronic pain:
– Living Well with Diabetes
– Living Well with Chronic Pain
Natalie Nathan, MHS
Southwest Idaho
Area Agency on Aging
March 29, 2022
The Southwest Idaho Area Agency on Aging offers programs and services for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers. Join us to learn about how to access programs that are available to you. This class will include a special focus on the Living Well evidence-based programs for people living with (or taking care of) someone with diabetes or chronic pain:
– Living Well with Diabetes
– Living Well with Chronic Pain
Natalie Nathan, MHS
Southwest Idaho
Area Agency on Aging
March 29, 2022
Eat Well Be Well
How good nutrition impacts health and aging.
How good nutrition impacts health and aging.
Benefits of Palliative Care
The goal of palliative care is to improve the quality of life for both patients and their families. Join us to learn about this specialized type of medical care that focuses on providing patients of any age and at any stage of a serious illness with relief from pain, stress, and symptoms.
Dr. Jessica Evert, MD
St. Luke’s Palliative Care
March 3, 2022
The goal of palliative care is to improve the quality of life for both patients and their families. Join us to learn about this specialized type of medical care that focuses on providing patients of any age and at any stage of a serious illness with relief from pain, stress, and symptoms.
Dr. Jessica Evert, MD
St. Luke’s Palliative Care
March 3, 2022
Medication Management
Medication management is an important part of the overall treatment plan for individuals who take multiple medications leading to better and more cost-effective care. Join us for a pane discussion to learn about tools and services to help you better manage your medication.
Dr. Louise Ye-Liew
Brightview Health
February 28, 2022
Kevin Crumley
Mountain Care Pharmacy
February 28, 2022
Medication management is an important part of the overall treatment plan for individuals who take multiple medications leading to better and more cost-effective care. Join us for a pane discussion to learn about tools and services to help you better manage your medication.
Dr. Louise Ye-Liew
Brightview Health
February 28, 2022
Kevin Crumley
Mountain Care Pharmacy
February 28, 2022
Advances in the Prevention & Treatment of Dementia
Learn how to improve your cognitive functioning and prevent dementia. Let an expert in dementia show you how to take charge of your mind health to ensure a future in which you have the cognitive capacity to take care of your own needs and enjoy your life to the fullest.
Learn how to improve your cognitive functioning and prevent dementia. Let an expert in dementia show you how to take charge of your mind health to ensure a future in which you have the cognitive capacity to take care of your own needs and enjoy your life to the fullest.
Mobile Medicine: Removing Barriers to Healthcare
This presentation provides information about the value and benefits of Medical Care in the home. It identifies barriers to healthcare and provides suggestions of things you can do to maintain good health. There is also a discussion of the importance of vaccination for COVID-19 , influenza…
This presentation provides information about the value and benefits of Medical Care in the home. It identifies barriers to healthcare and provides suggestions of things you can do to maintain good health. There is also a discussion of the importance of vaccination for COVID-19 , influenza…
Fall Risk Prevention
Discover activities that reduce the risk of falls by improving strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility.
Laureen Quick
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
September 29, 2021
Discover activities that reduce the risk of falls by improving strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility.
Laureen Quick
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
September 29, 2021
Healthcare Advance Directives in Idaho
This video will provide you with a detailed understanding of the Healthcare Advance Directive forms for Idaho. This session will also provide guidance about how to talk with your family and friends about your healthcare preferences and choices.
This video will provide you with a detailed understanding of the Healthcare Advance Directive forms for Idaho. This session will also provide guidance about how to talk with your family and friends about your healthcare preferences and choices.
Healthcare Advance Care Planning: An Introduction
This video will provide you with an overview of the Healthcare Advance Directives used in Idaho.
Rick Bassett, MSN, RN
St. Luke’s Health System
April 11, 2021
This video will provide you with an overview of the Healthcare Advance Directives used in Idaho.
Rick Bassett, MSN, RN
St. Luke’s Health System
April 11, 2021
The Idaho POST (Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment)
This video provides an overview and introduction of the Idaho POST (Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment). This document falls under the umbrella of Advance Care Planning for Healthcare.
This video provides an overview and introduction of the Idaho POST (Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment). This document falls under the umbrella of Advance Care Planning for Healthcare.
Vaccine Preventable Illness in Adults (with a focus on COVID-19)
