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Greensboro, NC – TimeSlips is an innovative and effective group storytelling method that helps people with dementia reaffirm their humanity and connect with staff, family and friends. The method replaces the pressure to remember with the encouragement to imagine. Facilitators guide the storytelling session by asking open-ended questions, listening intently, writing down all responses, and weaving them together by repeating the story as it grows. The method values the unique voice of individual participants, their heritage, perspective, and present level of ability. This program is stimulating and fun, creating an environment where all responses are accepted and elders feel safe to participate.

The TimeSlips Project has generated hundreds of stories, produced plays and art exhibits, and rekindled the hope for human connection among people living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementia.

Become certified as a facilitator in the TimeSlips Method by attending this interactive one-day workshop focused on self-expression through creative engagement.

When: Friday, Sept. 24, 2010

9am-4pm

Check-in from 8:30 - 9am

Where: Friends Homes West

6100 West Friendly Avenue

Greensboro, NC 27410

www.friendshomes.org

Fee: $70 first registrant,

$50 for additional registrants from same organization

Who Should Attend: professional and family caregivers, administrators, activity directors, recreation therapists, nurses, nursing assistants, storytellers, anyone working with older adults – this workshop is appropriate for all levels of experience in care.

Participants Will Learn: (1) the TimeSlips storytelling method for people with dementia, (2) the importance of creative expression, (3) the value of the person-centered care approach, and (4) models for sharing the stories with your community.

Register Online: Click here to complete the registration form online!

Register by Check: Fill out the registration form online at the link above and select “pay by check”. You will receive an email with payment instructions or click here to complete the printable registration form and mail with your payment to CCA-NC, 2636 Walker Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27403.

Registration Deadline: September 17, 2010

Questions: Contact Lia Miller 336-253-0856 or lia@cca-nc.org

Special thanks to our gracious host Friends Homes West!

To learn more about Center for Creative Aging North Carolina visit us online by clicking here!.

Contact: Lia Miller

Center for Creative Aging - North Carolina

Phone: 336-253-0856

E-Mail: lia@cca-nc.org