Jodie Kendall
Director of Community Relations
jkendall@kensingtonsl.com
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october
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RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com. YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com.
YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that care giving for someone can, at times, be a demanding commitment. We also believe it is one you should not undertake alone. That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of time spent with your loved one. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need.
Please join us at our community on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of every month with our facilitator Lisa Bricker. Share time connecting with other dementia caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. This group is complimentary and open to all family caregivers, whether your loved one is living at home or in a community.
Lisa Bricker is an Elder Care Consultant, Placement Specialist, and Founder of Gently Guided, LLC. She helps families transition forward with compassion. She has served hundreds of families of diverse needs as a Senior Care Consultant and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Placement Specialist. Families feel peace of mind as she takes the burden of “feeling alone” off of their shoulders.
For questions, email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Location
The Kensington Sierra Madre
245 West Sierra Madre Blvd.
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RSVP Below At The Kensington, Our Promise is to love
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At The Kensington, Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. Thoughtfully designed programs and activities build a strong sense of community, and a full spectrum of clinical support improves our residents’ quality of life to the greatest degree possible. In addition, we keep up with the latest news and advances in the management and treatment of conditions that aging adults commonly experience, such as poor sleep, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, irritability and low motivation.
Because recent studies suggest that administering low-dose CBD oil could offer relief from some of these issues, we’ve partnered with Sue Feldmeth, RN, to share everything you need to know about CBD and its use as a holistic treatment alternative to pharmaceuticals for aging adults. Inspired by the desire to help her mother manage severe arthritis pain, Sue founded MC Wellness Consulting to educate and guide people about the safe use of medical cannabis. Join us for information, insight and resources. Light bites and refreshments will be offered.
Sue Feldmeth, RN, founded MC Wellness Consulting LLC to educate and guide people through the safe use of medical cannabis. She provides one-on-one consultations and educational presentations to groups. Her interest in this field was sparked by her desire to help her elderly mother manage her severe arthritis pain and reduce her opioid use.
For questions, email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com
Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm PST
Location
The Kensington Sierra Madre
245 West Sierra Madre Blvd.
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REGISTER HERE Kensington Senior Living is proud to partner with the Institute on Aging and the Sutter
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Kensington Senior Living is proud to partner with the Institute on Aging and the Sutter Health Ray Dolby Brain Health Center for this educational webinar. Discover how early detection, combined with innovative treatments like Leqembi, is paving the way for a brighter future for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s.
Our experts Dr. Armen Moughamian of the Ray Dolby Brain Health Center and Laura Liesem, LCSW of the Institute on Aging, will share the latest diagnostic tools and strategies for early detection; comprehensive care and management approaches; insights into holistic care plans, lifestyle modifications and support strategies to enhance the quality of life for both individuals with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. Submit your top questions when you register and have them answered live during the Q&A!
What You Will Learn
Basic Science: How Leqembi Fights Amyloid Plaques in the Brain
Efficacy: Progress in First Few Months after FDA-Approval
Impact: What Leqembi Means for Individuals, Families & Caregivers
Accessibility: Medicare Coverage
And More!
Whether you are a healthcare professional, a caregiver, someone concerned about their cognitive health, or simply interested in the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s research, this webinar offers valuable insights that can make a difference. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to gain knowledge, ask questions, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of Alzheimer’s disease treatment.
Laura Liesem is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and currently serves as Vice President of Central Operations: Ops Quality and Strategy at Institute on Aging. Her operational focus is Companioa, IOA’s comprehensive dementia services. Laura has been an integral member of Institute on Aging’s leadership team in the expansion of home and community-based services throughout California. Laura proudly serves as the co-chair of the San Francisco Long-Term Care Coordinating Council, which advises the Mayor and City on policy, planning, and service delivery issues for older adults and people with disabilities to promote an integrated and accessible long-term care system. She has an MSW with a focus in gerontology from UC Berkeley and Bachelor’s in Social Work from Ohio University.
Armen Moughamian, MD, PhD, Director of the Ray Dolby Brain Health Center, is a neurologist who cares for people with neurodegenerative brain illnesses including Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as movement disorders such as Huntington’s disease and spinocerebellar ataxias. Board certified in neurology, Dr. Moughamian studies the development and progression of neurodegenerative diseases, as well as investigational and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved treatments for these illnesses. Dr. Moughamian received his medical degree and a Ph.D. in neuroscience from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, through the Medical Scientist Training Program.
Alexandra Kaplan is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and CARES Dementia Specialist with a bachelor’s in public health from The George Washington University and a master’s in gerontology from University of Southern California. Prior to joining Institute on Aging as a Caregiver Coach, Alexandra worked in the senior living industry in activities and memory care. She is passionate about quality dementia care and education, as well as breaking the stigma around aging.
For questions, please email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm PDT
Location
Zoom Virtual Event
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RSVP Below It’s spooky season at The Kensington Sierra Madre! As Halloween nears, let’s get together for some fun at
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It’s spooky season at The Kensington Sierra Madre! As Halloween nears, let’s get together for some fun at our Monsters & Martinis Professional Networking Party. Experience the laughter and love that oozes from our community.
Chef Dusko will be stirring up his specialty seasonal potions like Pumpkin Martinis and pairing them perfectly with sweet and savory treats. Mix, mingle and make new connections with your fellow senior living professionals. Take a tour of The Kensington, where Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own. Meet our Executive Director CC and our beloved team who delivers uncompromising care throughout each day and night.
At The Kensington, we are ready to help you and your clients no matter how far along they are in their care journey. Whether they need information, a compassionate ear, help with planning, or immediate services, we are ready to offer whatever support is needed.
For questions, please reach out to Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Thursday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PDT
Location
The Kensington Sierra Madre
245 West Sierra Madre Blvd.
Organizer
RSVP Now
Make sure to RSVP to this amazing event!
Please let us know if you can make it to the event.
Yes
OpenSpaces Still Available
Can not make it to this event?Change my RSVP
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com. YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com.
YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that care giving for someone can, at times, be a demanding commitment. We also believe it is one you should not undertake alone. That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of time spent with your loved one. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need.
Please join us at our community on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of every month with our facilitator Lisa Bricker. Share time connecting with other dementia caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. This group is complimentary and open to all family caregivers, whether your loved one is living at home or in a community.
Lisa Bricker is an Elder Care Consultant, Placement Specialist, and Founder of Gently Guided, LLC. She helps families transition forward with compassion. She has served hundreds of families of diverse needs as a Senior Care Consultant and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Placement Specialist. Families feel peace of mind as she takes the burden of “feeling alone” off of their shoulders.
For questions, email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Location
The Kensington Sierra Madre
245 West Sierra Madre Blvd.
Organizer
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REGISTER HERE At Kensington Senior Living, Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our
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REGISTER HERE
At Kensington Senior Living, Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And that includes you. To that end, we have built strong relationships with expert professionals who keep us current with the latest advances in care, management and treatment of conditions that affect seniors and their families.
We are thrilled to partner with Dr. Omar Abdul-Rahman, Clinical Geneticist with Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for this educational webinar on the fascinating realm of genetics and its profound impact on family health. With a deep passion for advancing genetic understanding, Dr. Abdul-Rahman will lead an engaging discussion on how genetic testing can provide families with insights into their genetic makeup, potential health risks, and opportunities for proactive management. From uncovering predispositions and inherited conditions to embracing tailored wellness strategies, participants will gain understanding of the significance of genetic testing in family health.
Reserve your spot today for an insightful session that promises to unlock the potential of genetics for a healthier future for you and your loved ones.
Clinical Geneticist Omar Abdul-Rahman, MD, completed his medical school and pediatrics residency at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Subsequently, he trained in clinical genetics at Stanford University. Dr. Abdul-Rahman returned to Mississippi to begin his academic career and spent 12 years serving in various roles including division chief of medical genetics and interim chair of the department of pediatrics. He then moved to Omaha, Nebraska to serve for five years as the director of the department of genetic medicine at the Munroe-Meyer Institute, part of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. As a person who enjoys developing new collaborations and building programs, he was drawn to the opportunity at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital to expand the reach of genetics across the health system. Dr. Abdul-Rahman sees a broad range of patients, including prenatal, pediatric, and adult patients with various genetic conditions.
For questions, please email Jodie Kendal, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PDT
Location
Zoom Virtual Event
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Sign Up To Walk With Team Kensington Sierra Madre Schedule at LA Live
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Sign Up To Walk With Team Kensington Sierra Madre
Schedule at LA Live
8am: Registration
9am: Opening Ceremony
9:30am: Walk Begins
Go, Team Kensington, Go! Alzheimer’s isn’t stopping and neither are we. Join The Kensington Sierra Madre and the Alzheimer’s Association at LA Live for the 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Sign up to walk alongside Team Kensington, led by our Team Captains Leandra Sims, Connections Memory Care Manager & Daniel Orozco, Director of Nursing Services. We are proud to sponsor this event and raise funds to advance the fight against this disease — funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support while accelerating critical research. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s disease. So lace up your shoes and walk with us!
Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. As specialists in all aspects of Memory Care, we offer services and programs that are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive and highly personalized. We improve the quality of life for our residents to the greatest extent possible.
*This event will take place at LA Live: 800 W Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
If you’re unable to participate in the Walk but still want to support the cause, please reach out to Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
LA Live
800 W Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015
Organizer
november
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com. YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com.
YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that care giving for someone can, at times, be a demanding commitment. We also believe it is one you should not undertake alone. That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of time spent with your loved one. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need.
Please join us at our community on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of every month with our facilitator Lisa Bricker. Share time connecting with other dementia caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. This group is complimentary and open to all family caregivers, whether your loved one is living at home or in a community.
Lisa Bricker is an Elder Care Consultant, Placement Specialist, and Founder of Gently Guided, LLC. She helps families transition forward with compassion. She has served hundreds of families of diverse needs as a Senior Care Consultant and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Placement Specialist. Families feel peace of mind as she takes the burden of “feeling alone” off of their shoulders.
For questions, email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Location
The Kensington Sierra Madre
245 West Sierra Madre Blvd.
Organizer
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Register HERE Kensington Senior Living is proud to present Care. Cure. Prevent., a virtual panel on everything brain health including
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Kensington Senior Living is proud to present Care. Cure. Prevent., a virtual panel on everything brain health including the care, cure and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease.
Lauren Miller Rogen of HFC leads this dynamic panel as they share the latest breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research and treatment options. They will discuss the impact of brain disease on families, what to do after diagnosis, and how to manage challenges that commonly result from changing family dynamics. They will offer recommendations about lifestyle habits that can help reduce the risk of memory loss and other degenerative brain diseases, and finally, they will address the questions you may submit when you register.
This event is in collaboration with Cedars Sinai, UCLA, USC, UCSF and Stanford, with a panel discussion moderated by Lauren Miller Rogen.
Learn more about:
- Exploring the human factor of Alzheimer’s disease, the myths vs. the facts.
- What to do after receiving a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
- How to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and the impact of hereditary risk factors.
- Recent breakthroughs in research, treatments, and blood test diagnosis.
- How will the Biogen drug approval will impact our community.
- Navigating family dynamics and overcoming caregiver challenges.
All of us at Kensington Senior Living thank our professional partners who generously share knowledge that helps keep our care and services current. We encourage event attendees to visit our websites to explore our comprehensive spectrum of programming and support for all who are affected by memory loss.
The Presenters:
Lauren Miller Rogen, Co-Founder, HFC is a screenwriter, director, producer, and philanthropist, whose life has been touched many times over by Alzheimer’s. In 2012—when Lauren’s mother was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease at just 55 years old— Lauren, still in her twenties, co-founded HFC to activate the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates. Since then, Lauren and the HFC team have brought significant awareness to Alzheimer’s, raising millions of dollars to award free, quality in-home care to families in need of respite and support – all while using humor and hope to engage people. Her dedication to sharing her personal story and using humor as a form of advocacy has left an indelible impact on the Alzheimer’s space. Since 2013, Lauren has served as the Alzheimer’s patient advocate on the board of California’s Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM). She also sits on the California Alzheimer’s Task Force and the Steering Committee of the Milken Institute’s Alliance to Improve Dementia Care. In 2012, Lauren starred in, co-wrote, and produced the film For A Good Time Call, which premiered at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. She made her feature-length directorial debut in 2018 with the “dramedy” Like Father, a film she wrote and which starred Kristen Bell and Kelsey Grammer. If there is one thing Lauren wants people to remember, it’s that Alzheimer’s doesn’t have to be sad or scary when you’re fighting against it. You can come to an HFC event and have fun, but also do something for Alzheimer’s.
Doris Molina-Henry is an Assistant Professor at the USC Keck School of Medicine Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute. She is part of the leadership at the Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute in San Diego. Her work is focused on the science of clinical trial recruitment and retention of diverse participants into clinical trials. Currently, she works on evaluating strategies that promote participation in clinical trials that aim to help prevent the symptoms of Alzheimer’s well before they begin in individuals who are cognitively healthy but are at high risk for the disease in the future.
Dr. Sarah Kremen, MD is a behavioral neurologist and the Director of the Neurobehavior Program at the Jona Goldrich Center for Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center. She completed her residency in neurology at UCLA and her fellowship training in Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry at the Greater Los Angeles VA Medical Center. She sees patients with memory, language and other cognitive disorders due to Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases. Her research has focused on clinical trials and observational studies of people at risk of developing Alzheimer’s and those already diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment and dementia due to Alzheimer’s. Dr. Kremen is actively engaged in educational efforts to improve evaluation and detection of dementia in the primary care setting and to raise community awareness about Alzheimer’s and other dementias. She is a member of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Council for Alzheimer’s Los Angeles.
Dr. Sharon Sha, MD is a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology and Neurological Sciences at Stanford University where she serves as the Medical Director of the Stanford Neuroscience Clinical Trials Group, Co-Director of the Huntington’s Disease Center of Excellence and Ataxia Clinic, Co-Director of the Lewy Body Disease Association Research Center of Excellence, Clinical Core Co-Leader of the Stanford Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, and Director of the Behavioral Neurology Fellowship. Her clinical time is devoted to caring for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. Her research is devoted to finding treatments for cognitive disorders. Her recent work focused on the safety of young plasma for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Sha received a Master’s degree in Physiology and an MD from Georgetown University, followed by Neurology training at UCLA and Stanford University. She completed a clinical and research fellowship in Behavioral Neurology at UCSF, where she focused on identifying biomarkers for genetic forms of frontotemporal dementia and caring for patients with movement disorders with cognitive impairment.
Charles Windon, MD, is an assistant professor of neurology at the University of California San Francisco Memory and Aging Center. In his current role he participates in the clinical care and management of those with memory decline and cognitive changes, while also maintaining a variety of research projects. Dr. Windon’s research efforts are particularly focused on exploration of novel imaging and blood-based biomarkers for the detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative conditions. In addition, he seeks to understand the impact of social determinants of health (where we live, play, and work) on cognition. His work aims to explore how these social determinants explain disparities in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia between different groups. Dr. Windon’s work has been generously funded through organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association and the National Institute on Aging. He has also received fellowship awards from the Tau Consortium.
Dr. Leila Parand, MD is the Assistant Clinical Professor of Neurology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Her specialties include Neurology, Alzheimer’s Disease, Memory Disorders, and Dementia.
For questions, please email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST
Location
Zoom Virtual Event
Organizer
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com. YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that
Event Details
RSVP to Lisa Bricker at lbrickeroffice@gmail.com.
YOU, as a caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that care giving for someone can, at times, be a demanding commitment. We also believe it is one you should not undertake alone. That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of time spent with your loved one. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need.
Please join us at our community on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of every month with our facilitator Lisa Bricker. Share time connecting with other dementia caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. This group is complimentary and open to all family caregivers, whether your loved one is living at home or in a community.
Lisa Bricker is an Elder Care Consultant, Placement Specialist, and Founder of Gently Guided, LLC. She helps families transition forward with compassion. She has served hundreds of families of diverse needs as a Senior Care Consultant and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Placement Specialist. Families feel peace of mind as she takes the burden of “feeling alone” off of their shoulders.
For questions, email Jodie Kendall, Director of Community Relations, at jkendall@kensingtonsl.com.
Time
(Monday) 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Location
The Kensington Sierra Madre
245 West Sierra Madre Blvd.