PAST EVENTs
2017
FEBRUARY 15, 2017
WASHAA Webinar Featuring Dr. Kris Rhoads
Medical Update on Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention to Palliation
Wednesday, February 15th from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PST)
As our population ages, Neuropsychologist Dr. Kris Rhoads will present an update on the changing trends and demographics of Alzheimer’s disease (the most common form of dementia) and help us differentiate between normal versus pathological aging. Alzheimer’s can be difficult to diagnose within the context of multiple medical conditions such as combined depression and dementia. Early and accurate diagnosing is key. Commonly used procedures and tools for screening and diagnosis as well as best practices for communication and collaboration across multiple systems, including families and medical professionals will be described. New prevention techniques will be emphasized along with a discussion of early stage treatment, including non-pharmaceutical lifestyle interventions around exercise, diet, cognitive stimulation and enhancing community/social support networks. The innovative Washington State Plan for Alzheimer's disease as well as other helpful resources will be discussed.
WASHAA Webinar Featuring Dr. Kris Rhoads
Medical Update on Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention to Palliation
Wednesday, February 15th from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PST)
As our population ages, Neuropsychologist Dr. Kris Rhoads will present an update on the changing trends and demographics of Alzheimer’s disease (the most common form of dementia) and help us differentiate between normal versus pathological aging. Alzheimer’s can be difficult to diagnose within the context of multiple medical conditions such as combined depression and dementia. Early and accurate diagnosing is key. Commonly used procedures and tools for screening and diagnosis as well as best practices for communication and collaboration across multiple systems, including families and medical professionals will be described. New prevention techniques will be emphasized along with a discussion of early stage treatment, including non-pharmaceutical lifestyle interventions around exercise, diet, cognitive stimulation and enhancing community/social support networks. The innovative Washington State Plan for Alzheimer's disease as well as other helpful resources will be discussed.
FEBRUARY 8, 2017
Patient No More: Join PNA for Community Talk About Advocacy
When: Wednesday, Feb. 8th from 10am-11:30am
Where: Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Join members of the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) for a free talk on Health Advocacy: Patient No More! How Being A Participant in Your Own Care and Using a Health Advocate Can Save Your Life from 10:00 - 11:30 am, Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at the Greenwood Senior Center 525 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103. Join Robin Shapiro, from WASHAA (the Washington State Health Advocacy Association), for a free session to learn more about how to improve your health care experience with skills and insights into becoming more active in your own health. Everyone has the ability to seek better choice and control in health care decision-making. This session will review some of the most important ways people can become full Participants by applying common health advocacy skills. Be ready for an interactive, hands-on session, with must-know tips for anyone who has ever assisted family, friends or themselves in navigating the health care system. This session is free and open to the public. For more information contact: Phone:(206) 297-0875.
Patient No More: Join PNA for Community Talk About Advocacy
When: Wednesday, Feb. 8th from 10am-11:30am
Where: Greenwood Senior Center, 525 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Join members of the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) for a free talk on Health Advocacy: Patient No More! How Being A Participant in Your Own Care and Using a Health Advocate Can Save Your Life from 10:00 - 11:30 am, Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at the Greenwood Senior Center 525 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103. Join Robin Shapiro, from WASHAA (the Washington State Health Advocacy Association), for a free session to learn more about how to improve your health care experience with skills and insights into becoming more active in your own health. Everyone has the ability to seek better choice and control in health care decision-making. This session will review some of the most important ways people can become full Participants by applying common health advocacy skills. Be ready for an interactive, hands-on session, with must-know tips for anyone who has ever assisted family, friends or themselves in navigating the health care system. This session is free and open to the public. For more information contact: Phone:(206) 297-0875.
Advocate Networking Event
Hosted by WASHAA Board Member, Beth Droppert
Date: Frida, January 11, 2017
Time: 5pm to 7pm
Hosted by WASHAA Board Member, Beth Droppert
Date: Frida, January 11, 2017
Time: 5pm to 7pm
2016
This 30 minute documentary shines a clear, bright light on death through the words and stories of patients, family members and medical providers. It is designed to empower viewers to learn about, and speak more openly about, their own end of life choices and desires. It is also a gentle tool that can be used by professionals to encourage and support meaningful conversations with clients, patients and their own families.
Trudy James, Founder and CEO of Heartwork is a seminary graduate and retired hospital chaplain who learned hands-on lessons about death, dying and grief in the early days of the AIDS epidemic in the South. Her ground-breaking work with AIDS was honored in the Clinton White House. Later, she created an AIDS Care Team program in Seattle and served as a chaplain at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. When she retired, she spent four years pioneering community-based end of life planning groups and two years producing a film that reflects the heart of those groups.
Trudy James, Founder and CEO of Heartwork is a seminary graduate and retired hospital chaplain who learned hands-on lessons about death, dying and grief in the early days of the AIDS epidemic in the South. Her ground-breaking work with AIDS was honored in the Clinton White House. Later, she created an AIDS Care Team program in Seattle and served as a chaplain at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. When she retired, she spent four years pioneering community-based end of life planning groups and two years producing a film that reflects the heart of those groups.
2015
November 13, 2015 | 3rd Annual Meeting - Does Health Advocacy Matter?
Cambia Grove | Seattle, WA
Cambia Grove | Seattle, WA
September 2015 | Understanding Medicare Coverage
September 23, 2015September 23, 2015September 23, 2015 If you are confused about Medicare options, you are not alone! Medicare's Open Enrollment starts October 15 and ends December 7th! Whether you are signing up for the first time, wanting to change your plan or are helping others clarify their options, this webinar is for you! Our speaker, Dianne Walkup RDMD, HHP, CMBCS, will explain Medicare, how it works, supplemental insurance options and how to get the most benefits without breaking the bank. It comes as a surprise to many that Medicare is not completely "free." Dianne has spent years helping clients get reimbursed for uncovered medical expenses and will share tips on what you need to know to avoid those costs in the first place. She knows the issues with constantly evolving Medicare rules and eligibility and will identify helpful resources, web links and tools to help you learn what will meet your individual needs and make sense of the multitude of options! Watch the webinar here.
June 24, 2015 | Misdiagnosis & Patient Advocacy Webinar*** with Io Dolka
Io Dolka, WASHAA Co-Founder & Former Executive Director
Io Dolka, co-founder and former Executive Director of WASHAA, will help us understand misdiagnosis, what factors contribute to diagnostic error, how often it occurs, and what can be done about it. She weaves in moving personal stories on the impact of misdiagnosis and will share helpful tools and resources for both patients and clinicians to help advocate for best practices on this important issue.
Read Io Dolka's Bio
Read Io Dolka's Bio
Karen Griffith from Compassion & Choices
March 30, 2015 | Understanding WA State's "Death with Dignity" Law with Karen Griffith
For individuals facing end of life choices, WA State's "Death with Dignity" Act is one of many options. Karen Griffith, a volunteer with Compassion and Choices, will help us understand the complexities of this law and describe the carefully crafted built in safeguards. She will dispel some of the myths surrounding the law and will leave us with a better understanding of how and when it might be used for individuals considering end of life options.
For individuals facing end of life choices, WA State's "Death with Dignity" Act is one of many options. Karen Griffith, a volunteer with Compassion and Choices, will help us understand the complexities of this law and describe the carefully crafted built in safeguards. She will dispel some of the myths surrounding the law and will leave us with a better understanding of how and when it might be used for individuals considering end of life options.
2014
NOVEMBER 14, 2014 | WASHAA 2ND ANNUAL MEETING
MAY 3, 2014 | APHA Training seminar WITH TRISHA TORREY hosted by WASHAA
2013
