FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN HELP THE RED CROSS
American Red Cross
Monday, June 8 – 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Join the American Red Cross for 45 minutes online or by phone from the comfort and safety of your home for a volunteer overview we call, "Experience the Mission". This is a great opportunity to learn: how the American Red Cross helps your community on a daily basis, its history, how you can be part of the largest humanitarian agency in the world, how you can help…even from the comfort and safety of your own home. Below are the upcoming Experience the Mission: Monday, June 8, 2020, 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. CST. Please RSVP by emailing us at RecruitMOAR@redcross.org with the following information: name, city, state county in which you currently reside, your telephone number and the date you are interested in attending. We will then send you the necessary information you will need to join by phone and/or online. Join us to find out how little time it takes to have a huge impact on your local community. Any questions, please contact Kristin Pendleton: kristin.pendleton@redcross.org or call/text: 314-281-7968.
Kristin Pendleton, Kristen.pendelton@redcross.org, American Red Cross, 314-281-7968
FOOD ASSISTANCE
St. Louis Food Angels and Bilingual International Assistant Services
Bilingual International Assistant Services is partnering with St. Louis Food Angels (STLFA) as part of the COVID-19 Regional Response to provide assistance with food and other necessities for St. Louis area home bound individuals, especially those with limited English language ability. Procurement and deliveries may include pre-paid and limited direct purchase of retail grocery items, as well as food pantry non-perishables. These services are intended for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and others with increased medical increased risk. Priority will be given to individuals meeting the above eligibility criteria. For more information and client referral, contact Eli Hoxha at eli.hoxha@bilingualstl.org
Ellen Sherman, ellen.sherman@bilingualstl.org, Bilingual International Assistant Services, 314-645-7800, www.bilingualstl.org
VETERANS RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Research Department at the St. Louis Veterans Administration
The St. Louis VA has received full approval to begin enrolling and treating patients in the study “Expanded Access to Convalescent Plasma for the Treatment of Patients with COVID-19”. Dr. Jay McDonald will be the St. Louis VA’s Principal Investigator for this study. This study will be using Plasma transfusions from recovered COVID-19 patients to current COVID-19 patients. This study is headquartered at the Mayo Clinic and provides our patients with access to convalescent plasma as a therapeutic for COVID-19. We are the first VA in the nation to bring this Plasma treatment to our Veterans! This cutting-edge research is going to help save the lives of many.
For specific information regarding the study please contact the
Principal Investigator, Dr. Jay McDonald, Phone: 314-652-4100, ext. 54862 or email: Jay.McDonald1@va.gov, or The Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS) of Research and Development at the St. Louis VA: Dr. Ziyad Al-Aly Phone: 314-814-3231 or email: Ziyad.Al-Aly@va.gov.
Rebecca Kammer, Rebecca.kammer@va.gov
LONG-TERM CARE COMMUNITY PPE LIST
VOYCE
VOYCE has created a list of PPE and morale needs of long-term care communities, and home care, hospice and adult day companies to help them connect with donors. The list can be found here: https://www.voycestl.org/services/covid-19-response. To have your facility or company's needs included please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/oFY5E97AAh7dBnWb6.
Marjorie Moore, mmoore@voycestl.org, VOYCE, 314-918-8222, www.voycestl.org
VIRTUAL HEALTH CARE
Advanced Home Care Solutions
Dr. R. Mullen has expanded the Advanced Home Care Solutions model into western Illinois and the bootheel of Missouri. The unique prospects of this model include a full- time staff and a doctor to answer any emergency calls 24/7. All evaluations are performed by Dr.Mullen. All care givers report at the end of every shift with care giver notes. Those notes are viewed in real time by our administrative staff and Dr.Mullen. Any remarkable items are communicated to the patients/clients Primary Care Physician. All care givers are trained with the most recent training classes and updates. Our patient portal allows family members to have real time access to the care their loved one is receiving. Simultaneously allowing the PCP access to care notes. You will only know the difference if you take the time to ask.
Dr. R. Mullen, Advanced Home Care Solutions, 314-343-7123
ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA SUPPORT ONLINE
Alzheimer’s Association
Alzheimer's and dementia support, education, resources and guidance are available virtually, on the web or by phone through the Alzheimer's Association. Find more by going to www.alz.org/mohelp. For help at any time, any day, call our 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
Cheryl Kinney, mckinney@alz.org, Alzheimer's Association, Greater Missouri Chapter
314-801-0442, www.alz.org/greatermissouri
MUSIC THERAPY
The Sheridan
The Sheridan at Creve Coeur finds a creative way to continue music therapy with Midwest Music Therapy Services’ therapist Autumn Bishop. A great way to stay connected with residents and provide joy through music therapy.
Maria Carron, mcarron@prodigy.net, Midwest Music Therapy Services, 314- 960-0475
www.midwestmusictherapy.com
SENIOR SERVICES
Common Sense Senior Placement
Common Sense Senior Placement is the sole provider for common sense companies and their affiliates. In addition to the personal attention and inspection of all facilities before placement, Common Sense Senior Placement employs the services of senior service negotiators to help secure the best possible pricing in the greater St. Louis area. Inspections of client locations are performed each month and reported to children or family members as agreed to before placement. This business model, with its additional attention to detail, creates a time and money saving experience while allowing complete confidence in your choice by the monthly updates. The difference will be apparent upon contacting cssr.placement@gmail.com
Kathleen Maguire, cssr.placement@gmail.com, Common Sense Senior Placement,
314-328-5676
NO-COST PHONE PROVIDED FOR HEARING IMPAIRED
Caption Call
Safe at Home with CaptionCall. providing a no-cost phone for hearing impaired individuals. Many seniors, veterans, and others experience difficulty hearing on the phone, and CaptionCall provides a no-cost solution for that challenge. With everything happening right now with the COVID-19 virus and the “safe at home” order, we realize how important it is for anyone with hearing loss to stay in contact with family and friends and have reliable access to emergency services. There is no cost for the installation of the phone or the ongoing captioning service. The program is made possible by the American with Disabilities Act and is regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The minimal taxes Americans pay on phone bills goes towards this fund that helps provide the captioning service. To learn more about CaptionCall or to request your no-cost captioning phone, go to www.captioncall.com or call your local CaptionCall account manager, Cheryl Green at 314-332-0661.
Cheryl Green, cgreen@captioncall.com, CaptionCall, 314-332-0661, www.captioncall.com
NOTARIZATION BY AUDIO-VISUAL AUTHORIZATION
Quinn Estate and Elder Law, LLC
An Announcement from the Missouri Bar President Governor issues executive order authorizing notarization via audio-visual technology, suspends personal appearance requirement for notarizations. April 6, 2020, Gov. Parson issued an executive order suspending the requirement of personal appearance before a notary public, allowing notarization to be conducted through audio-video technology, under certain circumstances. Under this order, lawyers can continue to help Missourians complete documents of importance. The quick work of task force members and prompt action by Gov. Parson and Secretary Ashcroft are greatly appreciated.
Deirdre Cechin, dcechin@quinnestatelaw.com, Quinn Estate & Elder Law, LLC,
636-394-7242, www.quinnestatelaw.com
NAVIGATE THROUGH DRIVING CONCERNS
Gray Matters Alliance
Gray Matters Alliance adds two OTs to help families navigate through driving concerns with older loved ones. Gray Matters Alliance is happy to announce that Aaron Milligan, COTA/L and Lyndsey Boyer, MOT OTR/L have completed certification in the Beyond Driving with Dignity program through Keeping Us Safe. They are now available to help families determine whether it’s time for their older loved one to retire from driving. This is a very contentious and emotional topic for families, we are here to help take that burden off of them. Please read the press release for more information: file:///C:/Users/Owner/Desktop/Mediarelease.AMLBBDD.pdf
Vicki Spraul, vicki@graymattersalliance.com, Gray Matters Alliance, 314-266-2678,
www.graymattersalliance.com
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Lighthouse for the Blind Industries
Lighthouse for the Blind-Saint Louis (LHB), a not-for-profit manufacturing and packaging organization with a dedicated social service mission (http://www.lhbindustries.com), achieved its best financial results in 2019 since 2012. The charitable business, also known as LHB Industries, Inc., ended 2019 with total revenue of approximately $27 million, an increase of 8.7% percent over 2018 year-end results. LHB also secured 20 new products for its liquid filling business and hired four new employees in 2019. LHB currently employs 53 people who are legally blind and expects to hire additional blind and legally blind personnel to help support the new business. LHB acquired SKILCRAFT® Pine Oil Disinfectant products and co-branded SKILCRAFT Diversey® floor care products through an award process with National Industries for the Blind, a government agency that employs people who are blind or have significant disabilities. The disinfectant and floor products are “sister products” that are produced on a brand new fill line located at the Lighthouse’s Berkeley facility in St. Louis County.
Jeff Dunap, jmdpr2@gmail.com, Lighthouse for the Blind–Saint Louis,
314-423-4333, https://lhbindustries.com
TUTORING SERVICES
BILINGUAL INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES
Bilingual International Assistant Services' customized US Citizenship Program for Elderly Legal Permanent Resident is actively enrolling clients. Eligible individuals must be 60 or older and a legal permanent Missouri resident for at least 5 years. Our services include: One -on-one tutoring in clients’ home Preparation in the native language (if eligible) Language support for document translation & in-person interview (if eligible) Study materials and practice USCIS interviews Basic case management & client advocacy: education about voter registration; Medicare counseling and enrollment; government records status updates Representation at USCIS interview Assistance with exemptions and medical waivers. Our Department of Justice Accredited Representatives are very knowledgeable and experienced in the naturalization process. For information, please call 314-645-7900, ext. 203
Ellen Sherman, ellen.sherman@bilingualstl.org, Bilingual International Assistance Services, 314-645-7800, www.bilingualstl.org
2020 MONTHLY CAREGIVER CLASSES
Barnes Jewish West County Hospital
Second Tuesday of the month – 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
All classes except August will be held in the East conference room off the main lobby. August’s class is held in room 3100Y on the third floor. To register, call: 314-542-9378
July 14: Medication Management and Nutrition
A pharmacist will give tips for setting up, storing, recording, and managing medications. A registered dietitian will teach you how to help meet dietary requirements and manage physician-prescribed diets.
Sept. 8 Practical Tips for day-to-day home care
Health care professionals will provide helpful advice in providing daily home caregiving, including a registered nurse and a rehab therapist.
Aug. 11 Supporting the Caregiver
Learn about signs and risks of compassion fatigue (caregiver burnout) and ways to help. An experienced medical social worker will provide coping techniques and resources for caregivers.
Oct. 13 Home Care Choices & How to find assistance at home
Learn about the difference between insurance-approved skilled home care and other home care choices, including private duty, home medical equipment, supplies, and other resources to help in the care of your loved one.
Nov. 10 Legal Matters & Goals of Care
An attorney will present information on important legal matters to address with your loved ones. A palliative social worker will share ways to discuss goals of care and long-term planning. Advance Directives will be discussed.
June 9 and Dec 8 Alternate Therapies
There are many ways to cope with stress and different therapies will be discussed, such as music therapy, massage therapy, pet therapy, and more. This will be an experiential class, with enough room for personal questions and needs.
Heather Bell, MSW, LCSW, ACHP-SW, Social Worker, BJC Hospice and Palliative Home Care, 1935 Belt Way Dr., St. Louis, MO 63114, 314-872-5050.
Heather Bell, 314-872-5050
HOME LIQUIDATION ASSISTANCE
Harrisons Auctions
Do you need assistance liquidating personal property or business owners liquidating assets? We offer 30 plus years-experience. We can help many with options to choose from. Free consultation 314-230-6470. Floyd D. Harrison Sr.
Floyd Harrison, harrisonsauction@aol.com, Floyd D. Harrison Sr, 314-230-6470
NATURALIZATION ASSISTANCE FOR ELDERLY LEGAL IMMIGRANTS
Bilingual International Assistant Services
Now through May 31
Bilingual International Assistant Services is currently enrolling participants for their Naturalization Assistance for Elderly Legal Immigrants and Elderly Refugees program through May 31, 2020. Many older foreign-born adults struggle disproportionately with the citizenship process and fail to secure the benefits and protections thereof. Bilingual International’s highly successful program works with participants who are or have been unable to benefit from classroom instruction. Eligible participants will be 60 or older, have resided in Missouri for 5 years or more, and have Lawful Permanent Resident status. This program assists with citizenship filings, waivers, interpretation, intensive 1:1 citizenship and English tutoring, Medicare benefits or education (as applicable), and representation at USCIS by Department of Justice accredited representatives. Most services can be delivered directly in participant homes. Please contact: 314-645-7800, ext. 203; admin@bilingualstl.org.
Ellen Sherman, ellen.sherman@bilingualstl.org, Bilingual International Assistant Services, 314-645-7800, www.bilingualstl.org
OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPY
University City Outpatient Clinic
Did You Know? Medicaid Beneficiaries Can Now Get Outpatient Physical Therapy. That’s right! Missouri Medicaid (MO HealthNet) now pays for outpatient physical therapy, called Medicaid Alternative Pain Management Physical Therapy. To qualify, you must not be homebound and: Be 21 years of age or older Be MO HealthNet eligible Have a chronic neck or back pain diagnosis Have a chronic pain post traumatic injury diagnosis AW Health Care Outpatient Physical Therapy Services Therapy services can help patients get pain relief without the use of addictive medicines. We are now seeing patients at our University City Outpatient Clinic located at: AW Health Care 7308 Balson Avenue University City, MO 63130 If you would like to find out more about if Medicaid Alternative Pain Management Physical Therapy can help you, contact: AW Health Care 314-726-5600 extension 470 or 471.
Rebecca Boerner, r.boerner@awhealthcare.net, AW Health Care, 314-726-5600,
www.awhealthcare.com
DEMENTIA COMMUNITY AWARENESS
Aging Ahead
Aging Ahead, along with other AAA's in Missouri have partnered with Dementia Friendly America and the Dementia Friends USA initiative by joining the global movement that is changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. Our Community Options Specialists and Senior Center Administrators finished their training course and are now certified Dementia Friends Champion volunteers. They will have the opportunity to be in the community increasing awareness about dementia, how it affects people and the ways we all can help. We want to recognize our staff and their passion for making Aging Ahead apart of this great program. For more information you can visit www.dementiafriendsusa.org.
Stephanie Patrick, spatrick@agingahead.org, Aging Ahead, 636-207-0847,
https://www.agingahead.org/who-we-are/careers/
DRIVING WITH DIGNITY PROGRAM
Keeping Us Safe, LLC
Erin Dwyer, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), is now a Beyond Driving with Dignity professional through Keeping Us Safe, LLC. She helps families determine if their loved one should retire from driving in the privacy of their own car and home. The program involves cognitive assessments, learning conversations, and a driving exercise. Workbooks are also available to families who wish to do this on their own. Please call or email for more information, Erin Dwyer, erin@seniorcareauthority.com, 314-451-2255.
Erin Dwyer, Senior Care Authority, 314-451-2255, www.seniorcare-stlouis.com
AGING ANSWERS RADIO SHOW
KWRH-LP 92.9 FM
Mondays, 1:00 p.m. and Fridays, 1:30 p.m.
“The Aging Answers Show” Addresses 65+ questions. Topics include the Medicare Maze, Importance of POAs, Choosing Your Next Move, New Devices to Keep You in Your Home and much more. The 30-minute show airs Mondays at 1:00 p.m. and repeats on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. There is also a link to hear all shows on www.maryculverhome.org/about-us. For topic suggestions contact Gina March at 314-966-6034. Founded in 1866, the Mary Culver Home provides highly personalized nursing care for women with vision impairments. It is located at 221 West Washington Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122. For more information, contact 314-966-6034 or visit www.maryculverhome.org.
Gina March, gina@maryculverhome.org, The Mary Culver Home for Visually Impaired Women, 314-966-6034, www.MaryCulverHome.org
FREE LOANS FOR HOME HEALTH EQUIPMENT
St. Louis HELP Website
Wednesday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
St. Louis HELP has New Website For free loans of home health equipment – from manual and electric wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, crutches, canes, hospital beds, lift chairs and more – visit the new website of The St. Louis Health Equipment Lending Program (St. Louis HELP) at https://www.stlhelp.org The new website explains how the nonprofit organization provides free loans of home health devices to anyone recovering from accidents, illness and surgery, including children, senior citizens and people who are disabled. The not-for-profit organization founded in 2008 serves more than 6,000 people a year in metro St. Louis with free loans of home medical equipment. Our free lending warehouse is open Wednesday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the St. Louis suburb of Olivette. To learn more about St. Louis Help see http://www.stlhelp.org or call 314-567-4700 to discuss any needs for home medical
Jeff Dunlap, jmdpr2@gmail.com, St. Louis HELP Warehouse, 314-567-4700, www.stlhelp.org/equipmentloans