Volunteer Connection Newsletter

TRU Volunteer Connection Zoom Meeting Schedule and Opportunities

7/10    TITLE: The Validation Method:  A Powerful Way to Enhance Communication with the Person with Dementia

BLURB: Validation® is a method of communicating based on an empathetic and holistic view of individuals.  Validation® guides us to “step into the shoes” of another human being and helps us to see the world through their eyes. The Validation® technique was created by Naomi Feil, of the Validation® Training Institute.

This presentation will provide:

• An Overview of Validation® and Principles of the Method
• Helping Techniques for Individuals in Each Stage
• How to support, help & engage older adults who are disoriented or have dementia

7/11    Virtual Volunteer Event: Aging as a Spiritual Journey – Colorado Volunteer Leaders in Hospice. Explore the interplay between physical and spiritual aging. Click here to register for SESSION I:  https://hospicevolunteerevent7-11.eventbrite.com

7/17    M.A.I.D. Update - Dr. John Massone, TRU Medical Director

7/24    Alliance of Therapy Dogs - Billie Smith, Executive Director

7/31    Healing through Gratitude - Janie Blakely, TRU Chaplain

8/7     Memories in the Making – Johanna (Jojo) Beeman, LPC, Art Therapist. Have on hand:  paper, watercolors or art materials of your choice and an inspiration object or picture.

8/8       Virtual Volunteer Event: Global Grief – – Colorado Volunteer Leaders in Hospice. Explore how we can collectively companion each other as we collectively grieve and mourn all that has been lost Click here to register for SESSION II: https://hospicevolunteerevent8-8.eventbrite.com

8/14    Care Center Update – Justin Raff, Care Center Clinical Manager

8/21    TBD

8/28    TBD

TRU UPDATE: All, the TRU Wellness Team has partnered with Kaiser to offer the following Wellness Programs, titled Mindful Mondays.  The classes are designed to help combat stress and build resiliency during these challenging times.  Below are the topics – All are offered from 10 am to 11 am on Mondays.  If interested, click on the title for the link to register.  Note the webinar is limited on the number of participants – so don’t wait to sign up if you would like to attend.   

Coping with COVID-19 and Beyond – Monday – July 13^th 10 – 11 am. Become informed and get resources for dealing with COVID-19 by learning tips to help you cope with uncertainty, address the stress response to life changes, gain control where you can, and build resilience.

Intro to Mindful Meditation – Monday – July 20^th 10 – 11 am. Explore the union of mind and body as you learn meditation techniques in order to reduce stress and gain equilibrium.

Transformational Thinking – Monday – July 27^th 10 – 11 am. Increase whole-body awareness and manage stress as you learn meditation and breathing techniques to expand your awareness and refine your mind.

Again, these are no cost – one hour webinars that are beneficial during these trying times.  If you have any questions – feel free to call Volunteer Services.

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JULY BIRTHDAYS

Dale Dotson              July 1

Jady Laub                 July 1

Peggy Simpson        July 3

Karen Mahon            July 6

Debbie Ball               July 8

Dominic Escueta      July 8

Susan King               July 7

Tom Hopson             July 9

Fran Sullivan            July 9

Susan Sullivan          July 10

Rose Swenby            July 12

Lisa Cassidy              July 13

Stella franzen            July 18

Don Allen                   July 19

Clair Beckmann         July 22

Tina Fredo                 July 24

Sharleen Bebernes   July 27

Melannie Evans        July 28

Tai Njiokiktjien           July 28

Rob Pauley               July 28

Sherri Woodrugg      July 28

Barbara Gordon       July 29

Laura McCudden      July 30

Rolene Hinsberger   July 30