SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT IN LIFE-LIMITING ILLNESS 2 hours with CME on symptom management including medication guidelines. Brochure to be printed in December, 2009. Please call AHEC for more information.

Demystifying Health Care Reform What Does it Mean to our Community? November 19, 2009 7:00-8:30pm Featuring: Jonathan Westin United Jewish Communities Washington, D.C. Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center 20400 NE 30th Avenue Aventura, FL In partnership with: Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center, Golden Care Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, Greater Miami Jewish Federation North Dade Division, Greater Miami Region of Hadassah, Jewish Community Services of South Florida, Miami Jewish Health Systems, Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center and National Council of Jewish Women Greater Miami Section

Complimentary dinner and two experts in the field of Alzheimer's will provide informative programs on World Alzheimer's Day together with the Alzheimers Association's SE Florida Chapter.

This noncredit teaching program will accomplish the following learning points: Defining Palliative Care Hospital-Based Palliative Care Improving Clinical Outcomes Intended for house staff

I am a member of the DAR and through this organization I offer this Evite. (The DAR is a historical women's volunteer service organization for the descendants of individuals who aided in achieving American independence in the Revolutionary War). Please join me for our monthly luncheon at one of Miami Beach's oldest landmarks - The Surf Club - while I speak to my chapter on the topic of Alzheimer's disease and the topics covered in my recently published book, "I Hope They Know....The Essential Handbook on Alzheimer's Disease and Care." The cost of the luncheon for members and their guests is $25.00, and valet or street parking is available. The luncheon is preceded by a brief monthly DAR meeting, which can be of interest as well. As far as the book, I am delighted to say it is now recognized as a holistic guide by many national organizations and was mentioned on msnbc.com nationwide and their news affiliates. I was one of the faculty speakers at the National Council on Aging Conference this past month and spoke of the use of creative arts with Alzheimers care. Please call me for more details if you would like to attend. RSVP by April 2. Cash and checks are accepted on site and made out to the DAR. No need to use paypal - just a heads up there is a fee for a three course luncheon. There is no limit on the number of guests I can bring, men and women - so you are invited to ask others. This is a wonderful way to enjoy the Surf Club, a yummy full course luncheon, and above all, enjoy the session and meet new people. (I will also sign and offer the book with a 20% discount. And for those of you who forgot the Pledge of Allegiance or the Star-Spangled Banner which are part of the ceremony of DAR luncheons, we do have handouts! http://www.evite.com/app/publicUrl/JVADYBRGOHMPYMXDOKWI/darluncheon

The recent American Federal Administration may have given many a cause for some negative emotions - but one thing we can be proud of is the American sponsorhsip of South African Hospices and their work with HIV/AIDS through PEPFAR- 2008 Country Profile: South Africa AIDS deaths (adults and children) in 2007: 350,0001 AIDS orphans at the end of 2007: 1.4 million In this first international program - we are going to hear about the wonderful and challenging work the South African Hospice and Palliative Care Association is doing for those with AIDS and see if we can get more involved on an individual level. National HIV prevalence rate among adults (ages 15-49): 18.1% Adults and children (ages 0-49) living with HIV at the end of 2007: 5.7 million South Africa is one of PEPFAR’s 15 focus countries, which collectively represent approximately 50 percent of HIV infections worldwide. Under PEPFAR, South Africa received nearly $89.3 million in fiscal year (FY) 2004, nearly $148.2 million in FY 2005, more than $221.5 million in FY 2006, and $397.8 million in FY 2007 to support comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care programs. PEPFAR is providing nearly $590.9 million in FY 2008. South Africa’s AIDS epidemic is one of the worst in the world. It is a generalized epidemic, affecting all segments of society. In 2005, the Human Sciences Research Council released updated information on HIV prevalence and HIV-related risk behaviors. Of the study population, 10.8 percent were HIV-positive. The findings on behavior change showed that nearly half of all men and more than one-third of women over 15 years of age reported behavior change, including abstaining from sex, being faithful to one partner, reducing the number of sexual partners, and using a condom.2 These behavior changes may be related to strong prevention programs implemented by a wide range of stakeholders, including the South African Government, non-governmental organizations, and faith-based organizations. However, HIV data gathered in the country’s extensive antenatal clinic surveillance system suggest that HIV prevalence has not yet reached a plateau, and is still increasing among certain population groups.

Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias: New Directions in Hospice and Dementia Care 60-min Workshop Tuesday, March 17 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Session Number: TU191 Room: Bally's – Palace 3 • Zoë A. Lewis, M.D., FACP This session will help attendees understand the challenges in providing quality, person-centered care to persons with advanced dementia, their families and caregivers. It will highlight the role of hospice to provide quality of life solutions, and discuss the value of using music therapy, art therapy and gentle touch. Benefits and Learning Objectives • Until recently, the importance of providing quality of life for late-stage dementia patients, specifically those in the terminal phase of dementia, has not been widely evaluated. There is still a paucity of research in this area. Some argue, “Quit measuring, Just Ask,”Richard Taylor, PhD, an AD advocate with the disease. But since end-stage dementia patients are non verbal, and communication about quality of life is at best, related empirically, there is an inherent difficulty in this dimension of care. I will provide teaching for those in the field of aging that specifically details the development and use of nonverbal assessment tools to evaluate environmental stimulus and non-pharmacological interventions meant to improve and impact quality of life. Populations caring for those with advanced and moderate stage dementing illnesses including physicians, residents and medical students, hospital and private case managers, assisted living facilities, adult day care centers, retirement communities’ managers, PACE programs, Alzheimer’s care groups, wellness centers, nursing staff, nurse practitioners, speech pathologists and hospice programs are the audience target.

Children are not supposed to die. Yet, an estimated 50,000 American children will die this year from life-limiting illness, while worldwide, over seven million children and their families face this tragedy. Today, less than one percent of children needing hospice care in the United States receive it. Why? Join me and my distinguished guest, Ann Armstrong-Dailey, Founding Director/CEO of Children's Hospice International (CHI), a non-profit organization in Alexandria, Virginia as we discuss hospice services for children. The focus will be on the continuum of care for children and their families from the time that a child is diagnosed with a life-threatening condition — with hope for a cure — through the bereavement process, if cure is not attained. Increased awareness will lead to increased resources for this much needed specialized child care. CHI provides comprehensive programming, education and activism on behalf of children and families. Please visit their website and take the time to look at the “write your representative" link. You too can become proactive on this issue. http://www.chionline.org The devastating impact of a child’s death can often lead to increased incidence of job loss, drug and alcohol abuse, divorce and even emotional disturbances by the survivors. Children's hospice care encourages the families’ participation and thus eases their emotional strain and grief, yet with so few serving the country, families in difficulty have turned elsewhere. Join me and special guest, Dr. Patricia Munhall, a nationally board certified psychoanalyst and psychodynamic therapist (NAAP, AABC, ACAP, ABAP), international lecturer and renowned author, as we discuss the impact on the survivors. http://www.miamitherapy.com/Biog.htm In closing, I will dedicate this program with a poem and a message of love and compassion for those who have experienced this tragedy.

Dr. Zoe A. Lewis held a book signing for her new book "I hope they know . . . The Essential Handbook on Alzheimer's Disease and Care" and a one hour discussion at The JML Care Center for local residents and professional caregivers. Contact the facility for more information for future dates.

Distinguished guests from The National Institute for Jewish Hospice, Catholic Hospice of Pittsburgh, PA, Hospice of Michigan and the Zen Hospice Project, San Francisco, Ca., join Dr. Zoë A. Lewis for her inaugural blogtalkradio broadcast, HOSPICE RADIO, to discuss the faith-based approach to care. Guests will share Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Christian and Buddhist end-of-life cultural traditions. Dr. Lewis chose November to debut her show spotlighting National Hospice month - bringing awareness to hospice services for an international audience. Hospice Radio is a one-hour interview-based program featuring host Dr. Zoë A. Lewis, a recognized Internist and Hospice and Palliative Care physician. She is an internationally recognized author and speaker on end-of-life care and Alzheimer’s disease and care. Program segments will explore end-of-life concerns clouded in mystery and confusion and will feature guests with national and international expertise. Hospice Radio is the first program of its kind with a medical specialist as your host and distinguished guests sharing wise and compassionate advice, information and support. Each program will be designed to educate an international audience and will be presented in the way millions worldwide are choosing to get up-to-date, relevant information - in an engaging talk show format. This show benefits anyone with a life-threatening illness along with their caregivers, and loved ones. The program is not intended to provide specific individual medical advice rather it will enlighten listeners with knowledge regarding chosen topics. Hospice Radio is solely created and produced by Dr.Zoë A. Lewis as a public service. You will be able to tune in LIVE on the program date and time or listen to archived programs right here by clicking on the blogtalkradio icon - or go to the blogtalk radio site directly at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drzoehospiceradio.

TABLETOP EXHIBIT SPACE I will be discussing and signing my books and offering a 10% discount to SF Writers association members.

Dr. Zoe A. Lewis will discuss self-publication in the digital age and present her success story with the hope to inspire others. "When I invited Dr. Zoe Lewis, who once attended one of our meetings, to be our guest speaker, she responded, "I learned a lot from the first meeting I went to, so it is my turn to give back." Dr. Lewis (Zoe) has also spoken on end of life issues at Culture in the City." To join the South Florida Writers Association: Click Here

Listen to Dr. Zoë and her host Michael Levy discuss her new book, "I hope they know……The Essential Handbook on Alzheimer’s Disease and Care” taped on Wednesday, August 20, 2008. Dr. Zoë is honored to be invited as the co-host for Michael Levy's Point of Life Inspirational Internet Radio Program, heard free worldwide. Please tune in for the hour as she has arranged for fellow Alzheimer disease specialists, caregivers and contributing authors to phone in that hour! Click on the link below to listen to the archive.

PointOfLife.com

Dr. Zoe A Lewis, Corporate Medical Director for Beacon Hospice will present at the 5th National Conference on Volunteerism and Family Caregiving - Inspiration and Transformation, July 28-30, 2006 at the Adams Mark Hotel,Denver, CO Exceptional Challenges, Exceptional Rewards - Providing a High Quality Experience for Patients and Volunteers Through Communication Caregivers, whether family, friends, or volunteers have a lot in common; they provide compassionate, loving care to people in need…just because. Because they are committed to their families and their communities; because they believe that dignified care of those who are ill and vulnerable is a human right, because they have the skills and perseverance to provide care, because it is the right thing to do. They inspire and they transform the experience of those who are ill, family members, themselves and their communities. These unique people are the focus of the 5th National Conference on Volunteerism and Family Caregiving. Volunteers' and caregivers' needs for education, knowledge of best practices, empowerment, support and encouragement will be the focus of three days of stimulating and innovative learning activities. The theme of “inspiration and transformation” for this conference inspired me to teach - "tap into your feelings of hope" as a way to target what inspires people to do the work that they do and to recognize the potential for transformation that can be part of their experience.

Zoë Ann Lewis, M.D., FACP, DAAHPM Corporate Medical Director, Beacon Hospice, Inc. Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine and Clinical Instructor, Harvard Medical School. New Directions in End stage Dementia Care: The Hospice Approach Dr. Zoe Lewis discusses how hospice care can potentially make the end stages of someone living with dementia more peaceful for both the family and the person. Video presentation recorded in 2006.

Advance Directives for Extended Care Facility Placements Zoe A. Lewis, MD, FACP, Medical Director, Caritas Palliative Care Program, Weston and Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine, Tufts University, Medford. Communication skills are essential in recognition and evaluation of obstacles to advance care planning, especially with life-sustaining, life prolonging treatments in the skilled nursing facility. This session’s goal is to increase the effectiveness of healthcare providers in communicating with the patient and family about advance directives and how to support patients and families in creating them prior to admission to a skilled nursing facility. http://www.hospicefed.org/download/2004_conference.pdf http://www.hospicefed.org/download/2004_conference.pdf