Annual Adult Children of Aging Parents Conference Navigating the Predictable Dilemmas of Aging Parents Presented by David L. Solie, MS PA   Saturday, May 15 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon (registration at 9:00 a.m.) Fe Bland Forum, Santa Barbara City College   Download flyer (PDF)     This workshop is for adult children to help them better understand and work with their aging parents. Mr. Solie will address: A change in circumstances: understanding the unique psychology of aging parents in the last stage of life The geriatric gap and how it impacts communication The primary psychological developmental tasks of the last phase of life Bridging the communication gap Successfully navigating the tough choices of aging A turn for the worse: understanding and managing the complex issues of changing health in the last stage of life Move beyond what’s wrong now to what works The “Health Profiler” mind map, a big picture of parents’ health status Identify and prioritize what’s working and what needs improvement David Solie is an author, educator, and speaker in the area of geriatric communication. His book How to Say it to Seniors: Closing the Communication Gap with Our Elders is a landmark text for individuals looking for a better approach to working with their parents and other older adults. His compelling stories, unique insights, humor, compassion, and inspirational delivery make him a gifted speaker on communication between generations. To register go to http://sbcc.augusoft.net   For more information visit www.vnhcsb.org or contact Marion Schoneberger at mschoneberger@vnhcsb.org or 690-6295   Sponsored by Cottage Health System, Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care, and SBCC Adult Education

April 30, 2010