How to Communicate with Alzheimer's

Calendar of Susan Kohler’s Seminars


December 8, 2017, 1:00 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.

Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
Presenters: Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP and Lené Levy-Storms PhD, MPH

UCLA School of Dentistry, Active Older Adults
714 Tiverton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095

 

Phone: 310-206-3904


October 7, 2017, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

A Conversation You Won’t Forget - Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia

A Conversation You Won’t Forget:
Communication Techniques for Caregivers
of Persons with Dementia
Presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Transformative Living
Carondelet Center
11999 Chalon Road
Los Angeles, CA 90049

 

Enroll: E-mail Ray Mattes at RMattes@csjla.org or call 310.889.2163

Caring for a loved one with dementia presents many challenges for family caregivers. Effective communication between you and those in your care is essential to establishing a foundation in maintaining a positive environment with daily care and interactions. This interactive workshop is designed to help families, friends and community members understand the disorder and learn how to make an emotional connection that will provide safety and cooperation in caregiving.


November 11, 2016, 9 – 11 a.m.

A Conversation You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.
An interactive workshop for family caregivers

presented by Connected Hearts LLC Co-Founder, Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Alzheimer’s Cafe

 

Brookside Golf Club (Madrid Room)
1133 Rosemont Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103

 

RSVP to: Laura Koperski 626-585-3594

We are pleased to announce that Susan Kohler MS, CCC-SLP, a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist, will present “A Conversation You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.” Susan is known across the country for her unique approach to communication training from her “GET CONNECTED” program. She will share some of her techniques on how to make an “emotional connection,” troubleshoot, use positive creative solutions and keep your sense of humor for delivering the best in dementia care. She’ll present a special short film, compelling and uplifting about our shared mission to support our dementia population. And for those in attendance, a chance to experience the communication techniques and join the “Commitment Club,” pledging to be the model of excellence in dementia care.


October 12, 2016, 6:00 p.m.

Susan Kohler is presenting Get Connected - Making a difference in the lives of those with dementia

Get Connected
~ Making a difference in the lives of those with dementia
Presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Cal State Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90840

Contact: Maria Claver maria.claver@csulb.edu


May 17, 2016, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

A Conversation You Won’t Forget - Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia

A Conversation You Won’t Forget:
Communication Techniques for Caregivers
of Persons with Dementia
Presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

VITAS Healthcare
Carondelet Center
11999 Chalon Road
Los Angeles, CA 90049

 

Enroll: E-mail Alma Guiterrez at agutierrez@csjla.org or call 310.889.2171

Caring for a loved one with dementia presents many challenges for family caregivers. Effective communication between you and those in your care is essential to establishing a foundation in maintaining a positive environment with daily care and interactions. This interactive workshop is designed to help families, friends and community members understand the disorder and learn how to make an emotional connection that will provide safety and cooperation in caregiving.


May 14, 2016, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

A Conversation You Won’t Forget - Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia

A Conversation You Won’t Forget:
Communication Techniques for Caregivers
of Persons with Dementia
Presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

VITAS Healthcare
16830 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 315
Encino, CA 91436

 

Enroll: E-mail David.Lackey@vitas.com or call 818.971.3408

Caring for a loved one with dementia presents many challenges for family caregivers. Effective communication between you and those in your care is essential to establishing a foundation in maintaining a positive environment with daily care and interactions. This interactive workshop is designed to help families, friends and community members understand the disorder and learn how to make an emotional connection that will provide safety and cooperation in caregiving.


December 5, 2015, 1:00 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
Presenters: Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP and Lené Levy-Storms PhD, MPH

UCLA School of Dentistry, Active Older Adults
714 Tiverton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095

 

Phone: 310-206-3904


October 13, 2015, 9 – 11 a.m.

A Conversation You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.
An interactive workshop for family caregivers

presented by Connected Hearts LLC Co-Founder, Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Alzheimer’s Cafe

 

Brookside Golf Club (Madrid Room)
1133 Rosemont Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103

 

RSVP to: Laura Koperski 626-585-3594

We are pleased to announce that Susan Kohler MS, CCC-SLP, a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist, will present “A Conversation You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.” Susan is known across the country for her unique approach to communication training from her “GET CONNECTED” program. She will share some of her techniques on how to make an “emotional connection,” troubleshoot, use positive creative solutions and keep your sense of humor for delivering the best in dementia care. She’ll present a special short film, compelling and uplifting about our shared mission to support our dementia population. And for those in attendance, a chance to experience the communication techniques and join the “Commitment Club,” pledging to be the model of excellence in dementia care.


July 23, 2015, 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
An interactive workshop for family caregivers

presented by Connected Hearts LLC Co-Founder, Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

The Kensington Sierra Madre

 

245 West Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre, CA 91024

 

RSVP to: 626-355-5700

Family members will learn how to make an emotional connection with their loved ones through a unique, interactive workshop that trains best practices for communication with daily interaction and care.


June 4, 2015, 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.

A Conversation You Won’t Forget:
Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia

Note NEW meeting location: Vista Cove at Arcadia!!
(Parking is available just south of Vista Cove off of Sunset)

San Gabriel Valley Alzheimer’s Task Force meeting for dementia related topics and networking

 

Vista Cove at Arcadia (601 Sunset Blvd., Arcadia 91007)

 

RSVP to: Miles at MilesYoshisato@VistaCove.net
by Thursday, June 4, 2015.
(Please note with your RSVP if you want to purchase lunch for $8)

Dear Alzheimer’s Task Force Members,

We are pleased to announce that Susan Kohler MSCCCSLP, a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist, will present “A Conversation You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.” Susan has been working “in the trenches” with the elderly population in hospitals, home and Adult Day Health Care settings for over 20 years; work that has gained her recognition in lecturing and interactive training of her evidenced based communication techniques. Susan’s techniques are the central focus with UCLA’s research project with Dr. Lené Levy-Storms, “Therapeutic Communication during Nursing Home Care,” Susan’s unique approach to communication training teaches you how to make an “emotional connection,” key to creating safety and cooperation with care. The Program is called “GET CONNECTED” and you will participate in Susan’s unique approach to communication training, learn how to make an “emotional connection,” troubleshoot, use positive creative solutions and keep your sense of humor for excellence in dementia care.


March 6, 2015, 6:00 p.m.

Susan Kohler is presenting Get Connected - Making a difference in the lives of those with dementia

Get Connected
~ Making a difference in the lives of those with dementia
Presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Cal State Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90840

Contact: Maria Claver maria.claver@csulb.edu


December 12, 2014, 1:00 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
Presenters: Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP and Lené Levy-Storms PhD, MPH

UCLA School of Dentistry, Active Older Adults
714 Tiverton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Phone: 310-206-3904


November 6, 2014, 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.

Get Connected Workshop
San Gabriel Valley Alzheimer’s Task Force meeting for dementia related topics and networking

Sunrise at San Marino
8332 Huntington Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91775

RSVP to: Miles at MilesYoshisato@VistaCove.net
by Tuesday, November 4, 2014.
Please note with your RSVP if
you want to purchase lunch for $8.

Dear Alzheimer’s Task Force Members,

We are pleased to announce that Susan Kohler MSCCCSLP, a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist, will present “A Conversation You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.” Susan has been working “in the trenches” with the elderly population in hospitals, home and Adult Day Health Care settings for over 20 years; work that has gained her recognition in lecturing and interactive training of her evidenced based communication techniques. Susan’s techniques are the central focus with UCLA’s research project with Dr. Lené Levy-Storms, “Therapeutic Communication during Nursing Home Care,” Susan’s unique approach to communication training teaches you how to make an “emotional connection,” key to creating safety and cooperation with care. The Program is called “GET CONNECTED” and you will participate in Susan’s unique approach to communication training, learn how to make an “emotional connection,” troubleshoot, use positive creative solutions and keep your sense of humor for excellence in dementia care.


October 10, 2014, 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Therapy Services in the Acute Care Setting
Marina del Rey Hospital Lunch Seminar
Susan Kohler MS, CCC-SLP

Marina del Rey Hospital – Board Room
4650 Lincoln Blvd.
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Contact: marina.education@marinahospital.com


December 12, 2013, 2:00-5:00 p.m. (11:30am Lunch and Presentation)

Susan Kohler, MSCCCSLP - Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia

Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
Interactive Training for Family Caregivers
presented by Lené Levy Storms PhD, MPH and
Susan Kohler MS, CCC-SLP

UCLA Campus

A Conversation That You Won’t Forget: Communication Techniques for Caregivers of Persons with Dementia.

Join UCLA Luskin faculty expert Lené Levy Storms and speech-language pathologist Susan Kohler, author of “How to Communicate with Alzheimer’s,” to discuss research and breakthroughs regarding communication with individuals suffering from dementia. Learn important lessons on effective communications for loved ones, friends and patients.

Contact: Melissa Bersofsky Rodgers
UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs
310-206-7949 to reserve your space


September 28th, 2013, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Susan Kohler, MSCCCSLP - Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia

Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
Interactive Training for Family Caregivers
presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Apple Mountain Golf Club & Resort
4915 N. River Road
Freeland (Saginaw), MI 48623

Contact: 989-793-2300 to reserve your space


August 24th, 2013

Susan Kohler, MSCCCSLP - Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia

Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
Interactive Training for Healthcare Professionals
presented by Susan Kohler MS, CCC-SLP

The Rehabilitation Center of Santa Monica
1338 20th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Contact: Linda Lindholm at 310-463-2784


March 14, 2013, 3:00pm–6:15 p.m. | Platinum F, G, H | SESSION W4

Susan Kohler, MSCCCSLP and Lené Levy-Storms, PhD, MPH - AAGP Skills Workshop: Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia

Skills Workshop: Managing the Communication Challenges of Persons with Dementia
(TICKETED EVENT)

Faculty: Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP
and Lené Levy-Storms, PhD, MPH

The purpose of this workshop is to train health care leaders how to train their direct care staff and caregiving family members in practical techniques to achieve better communication with persons who are living with dementia and promote safety and cooperation with care and interactions. The faculty’s unique approach to communication with this population focuses on making an “emotional connection” as the heart of compassionate, patient-centered care. The program will have two main parts:

  1. “Get Connected”: Therapeutic Communication Techniques for Patients with Dementia and
  2. Experiential training in how to teach “Get Connected.

March 7, 2013, 7:30 p.m.

Susan Kohler is presenting Get Connected - Making a difference in the lives of those with dementia

Get Connected
~ Making a difference in the lives of those with dementia
Presented by Susan Kohler, MS, CCC-SLP

Cal State Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90840


December 5th and 19th, 2011
November 7th and 21st, 2011
September 12th and 26th, 2011

Susan Kohler is delivering two CEU-accredited courses covering Communication Challenges and Dementia

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