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November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Two Powerful Films and Post Discussion

For Last Min Pre & Post Film Events & Screening Updates,

Please join us at  Facebook.com/filmfest52 
 

Cohen & Wolf
Presents A Thought Provoking & Informative Evening Of Cinema & Panel Discussion
7:00pm  Wed  Nov 18th 
Two Powerful Films
 
Q&A Panel of Experts On Hospice, Alzheimers & Aging
Meet n Greet Reception Compliments of  Somethings Fishy Catering
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“New Rules for End of Life Care”
By Barbara Karnes RN: Award winning end of life educator and hospice pioneer provides guidance and information for caregivers of people who are dying. Director: Dina Gruenfeld – Dina is an accomplished filmmaker with a widely diverse skill set and over twenty years of experience. She is a master at interviewing subjects from all walks of life, extracting their stories and sharing them in unique and engaging ways. She enjoys working with Fortune 500 companies, non profit organizations and entrepreneurs.Trailer
 
“The Sum Total of Our Memory:
Facing Alzheimer’s Together”
By Barbara Klutinis: An ode to memory: Couples affected by a partner’s recent diagnosis of Early Alzheimer’s come to terms with their changing roles. Prominent Alzheimer’s medical experts offer their perspectives on the disease. The conversation generated by “Still Alice” continues here. Trailer

Sum Total

Our Panelists:
Natalie Farrar is a registered nurse, has a master’s degree in nursing, is a certified dementia practitioner, and is a senior director here at RVNA.
Marilyn Fuller  has been a hospice home care nurse since 2003. She currently works for VNA and Hospice of Fairfield Cty. Because of the toll this work can take on  providers she has taken a break several times but realizes she misses it, has a calling for it, and keeps coming back to this important and rewarding work.
Nov 18th Flyer
Carolyn DeRocco – is Vice President of Programs and Education at the  Alzheimer’s Association, CT Chapter.  She has been supporting, caring for, and educating individuals affected with dementia over the last 25 years.
Ann Fowler-Cruz is of counsel to Cohen & Wolf PC.  Attorney Fowler-Cruz specializes in Elder Law and is very familiar with the issues facing the elderly and their families. Ms. Fowler-Cruz has been a staunch advocate for the elderly and the disabled for more than a decade. She has the distinction of being a Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by the National Elder Law Foundation and is accredited to practice before the Department of Veterans Affairs. Her extensive knowledge in the area of elder law enables her to assist the elderly and the disabled in realizing the very best quality of life.
Janie Rakow – is Vice President of the International End of Life Doula Association. An end of life doula provides emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families through the end of life process.

Jingle and Mingle Holiday Party

Jingle and Mingle

 

Holiday Party

Bells will be Ringing ….

Thursday, December 10, 2015

For $10 (pre-pay), you will enjoy a holiday lunch of

chicken marsala, scalloped potatoes, and apple pie along with music and dancing to the Kenny Lee Band.

Don’t forget our new and exciting raffle prizes and gift cards.

Got bells? Come wearing your favorite bell or collection of them.  Prizes will be given out for the best and most creative bells.

Seating is limited. Snow date is Thursday, December 17, 2015.

 

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Holistic Legal Planning: EMPOWERMENT for L.I.F.E.

Holistic Legal Planning: EMPOWERMENT  FOR  L.I.F.E.

 Elder Law Seminar

Enjoy financial and legal well-being through this comprehensive approach.  Maximize the security and sustainability of your quality of life…for life!

 

LEGAL:  Planning for incapacity to ensure your wishes are followed.

INSURANCE:  To offset your cost of care and death taxes.

FINANCIAL:  Strategies to qualify for VA pensions and assisted living benefits to prevent asset depletion.

ESTATE:   Maximize your legacy by avoiding probate and eliminating capital gains and estate taxes.

You can have what you need for life including affording assisted living, insuring that your wishes are honored, minimizing tax burdens, and plans for succession.

Thomas E. Murphy, Esq.

Michele F. Murphy, R.N., M.S.N., Esq.

Danbury Elder Law Attorneys Thomas and Michele Murphy will explain how holistic legal planning provides overall security, stability and sustainability.  Ridgefield Crossings invites residents, family members, and visitors to this valuable, intergenerational Elder Law seminar.  Attorneys Murphy  have  over 40 years of combined experience.  Put their strategies to work for you!

Thursday, November 19, 2015

6:00 PM Light Fare, 6:30 PM Presentation and Q&A.

 

Ridgefield Crossings

640 Danbury Road, Ridgefield CT 06877

RSVP 203-431-2255

The seminar is free but space is limited.  Reserve your seat now! 

The Palace Danbury presents A Charlie Brown Christmas: 4 Holiday Performances

Charlie Brown Christmas

Good Grief! It’s Charlie Brown!


Musicals at Richter is returning to The Palace with their annual holiday show. And this year, we’re thrilled to announce it’s A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS!!

Ever since it debuted on television in 1965, A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS has been a holiday favorite for audiences of all ages. This year watch the beloved  animated story come to life on The Palace stage.

Celebrate with Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they try to figure out the true meaning of Christmas. Ring in the holidays with your favorite Peanuts characters as they dance and sing to the jazzy score by Vince Guaraldi. This special holiday event will include caroling, a character meet & greet, and guest appearances by Santa & Mrs Claus and the elves!

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
PRESENTED BY MUSICALS AT RICHTER
4 HOLIDAY PERFORMANCES
SATURDAY DECEMBER 19 1PM & 4PM
SUNDAY DECEMBER 20 1PM & 4PM
TICKETS $20/$15/$10

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