I want to say thank you to all who attended the Challenging Dementia Program yesterday at the Herndon Senior Center. I was pleased that the event was well received by so many healthcare professionals and local community members! I look forward to continuing to provide enriching programs such as this as education and outreach is key! I am grateful for the support of my event community partners the Herndon Senior Center, Care with Love, and Great Falls Assisted Living as they

We wanted to share some upcoming events in the local DC Metro area to start off the weekend right! Take a moment to enjoy all that Spring has to offer! National Cherry Blossom Festival (It is almost over!) There is still time to enjoy the festivities as the festival ends on April 14th Checkout all the events at https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/all-events/ National Cherry Blossom Festival- PETALPALOOZA Dates: April 6, 2019 Time: 12:00 PM to 9:30 PM Admission: FREE Lo

The news has recently been filled with growing challenges for the LGBTQ+ and transgender community. Transgender individuals are often met with significant challenges throughout their lifetimes which can become even more difficult as they grow older. Transgender teens are often unable to get the support and access to medical treatment required to live authentically. And transgender seniors may experience inconsistent and disjointed access to care and services, senior housin

Growing older can be taxing for anyone, but for LGBT seniors, who often face special challenges, it can be concerning and evoke worry. They often face discrimination and a lack of understanding and compassion when seeking out senior living communities and home caregiver services. I recommend that all LGBT seniors have a trusted financial advisor, an elder care attorney, and a care manager in place to serve as a resource and advocate throughout and to ensure that their wishes