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By Nina Chen, Ph.D.
Human Development Specialist
University of Missouri Extension in Jackson County was chosen by the MindAlert Trainer’s Bureau from a field of 100 applicants to implement training in cognitive fitness. The program, funded by the MetLife Foundation, is part of the American Society on Aging’s MindAlert Initiative to promote innovative practices that help older adults maintain and enhance mental fitness.
Local professionals who work with older adults will have an opportunity to expand their ability to incorporate cognitive stimulation into their programs. The MindAlert workshop, “New Ideas for Creative Mental Stimulation” will be offered Oct. 30, 2006, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Pioneer Community College, 2700 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Mo.
Dr. Ruth Flexman, Academy of Lifelong Learning coordinator at the University of Delaware in Wilmington and a faculty member of the MindAlert Trainer’s Bureau, will lead the workshop.
During the morning session, Flexman will demonstrate new ideas for mental stimulation with a group of older adults through a variety of learning experiences that involve both sides of the brain to boost memory. Professionals will also have the opportunity to observe and experience activities that stimulate linguistic, logical, spatial, musical, kinesthetic and personal dimensions of intelligence.
The afternoon session will focus on influences between the brain and behavior and a variety of mental workouts. Discussions will provide helpful resources and strategies for promoting mental fitness in a variety of local settings.
Participants will earn 6 clock hours after completing the training; 0.6 Continuing Education Units are available. The registration fee is $10, which includes lunch and snacks. For more information or registration, contact University of Missouri Extension at 816-252-5051.
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University of Missouri Extension Jackson County Jacksonblsp@missouri.edu Updated 12/13/06 |
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