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Hand in Hand 2009-A Symposium Celebrating Massage Therapy in Eldercare and Hospice-Presented by The Center for Compassionate Touch LLC.
Join hands with
leaders in the fields of massage, eldercare and hospice. Come to
Orlando and celebrate the mutual benefits of massage therapy in these
special settings and share your vision for the future of
this pioneering work. Highlights include engaging networking events and
CE seminars that are both practical and inspiring-all in the tropical
oasis of the Caribe Royale. Opportunities
for professional, spiritual and financial growth are exploding for
massage therapists and implementation of massage therapy programs. Join
us as we ride the waves of the Silver Tsunami and serve this growing
special population!
“I’ve been in practice 20 years. Compassionate Touch® enhances the way I connect with all my clients.” -Randa Cherry, LMT, Cedar Rapids, IA
Eldercare:
Alliance for Aging Research:www.agingresearch.org The private, not-for-profit Alliance for Aging Research is the nation's leading citizen advocacy organization for improving the health and independence of Americans as they age
American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging:www.aahsa.org Healthy, Affordable, Ethical Aging Services for America
Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA):www.alfa.org Provides consumer information, a searchable database of facilities, links, and information for providers
Consumer Consortium on Assisted Living (CCAL):www.ccal.org National nonprofit education and advocacy organization dedicated solely to the needs, rights, and protections of assisted living consumers and their loved ones
Health Ministries Association:www.hmassoc.org A national interfaith organization developing whole-person ministries in faith communities
Pioneer Network:www.pioneernetwork.net "Transforming the culture of aging in the 21st century"
International member-driven organization representing the massage therapy profession
National Association of Nurse Massage Therapistswww.nanmt.org Professional nursing specialty group that promotes the use of intelligent and loving touch in health care
Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals www.abmp.com Professional organization representing an array of massage, bodywork, somatic and skin care professionals
Touch Research Institutewww.miami.edu/touch-research Dedicated
to scientifically demonstrating the benefits of touch therapy and
establishing its credibility with the medical community
International Society for the Study of Subtle Energies and Energy Medicinewww.issseem.org An
interdisciplinary organization for the study of the basic sciences and
medical and therapeutic applications of subtle energies
Nature's Stones www.naturestonesinc.com An
experienced network of professionals to develop multi-disciplinary
approaches to massage and spa treatments utilizing stone therapy
Quantum Touchwww.quantumtouch.com Quantum-Touch is an energy healing modality that applies the principles of resonance and entrainment to facilitate healing
International Center for Reikiwww.reiki.org A centuries old Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicinewww.nccam.nih.gov Conducts and supports basic and applied research and training and disseminates information on complementary and alternative medicine to practitioners and the public
Music Therapy: Guided Angels Ministrywww.guidedangels.com Guided Angels Ministry is a unique
music program that trains the average musically talented volunteer or
health care professional to sing at the bedside of the actively dying or those who are in the last days of a terminal illness.
Aromatherapy: Aromatherapy for Health Professionals www.rjbuckle.com Offers courses in clinical aromatherapy
National Association for Holistic Aromatherapywww.naha.org An educational, nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing public awareness of the benefits of true aromatherapy
Willowgreen: www.willowgreen.com Resources for healing, for hope, for tending that which is sacred
Metta Institute:www.mettainstitute.org Provides innovative education on spirituality in dying
Health Issues in Aging:
Alzheimer’s Association:www.alz.org The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research
American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org Committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, advocacy, and rehabilitation
National Council on the Aging, Inc:www.ncoa.org Programs help older people remain healthy and independent, find jobs, increase access to benefits programs, and discover meaningful ways to continue contributing to society
National Osteoporosis Foundation:www.nof.org The nation’s leading voluntary health organization solely dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health
Hospice/ Palliative Care:
Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association:www.hpna.org Professional nursing organization dedicated to promoting excellence in pain management and end-of-life care
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organizationwww.nhpco.org Committed to improving end of life care and expanding access to hospice care with the goal of profoundly enhancing quality of life for people dying in America and their loved ones
Caregiver Education:
Institute for Caregiver Education, Inc:www.caregivereducation.org Provides continuing education and professional development for eldercare managers, as well as basic education and job skills training for long term eldercare employees
Growth House, Inc:www.growthhouse.org Provides a gateway to caregiver resources for life-threatening illness and end of life care
“Compassionate Touch® has given our volunteers a stronger sense of purpose by using touch to connect with our patients and ease their final days and hours.” -Denise Hannah, Washington Home and Hospice, Washington DC
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The older population--persons 65 years or
older--numbered 37.3 million in 2006 (the latest year for which data is
available). They represented 12.4% of the U.S. population, about one in
every eight Americans. By 2030, there will be about 71.5 million older
persons, more than twice their number in 2000. People 65+ represented
12.4% of the population in the year 2000 but are expected to grow to be
20% of the population by 2030. Department of Health and Human Services-Administration on Aging
Older Population by Age: 1900 to 2050 Compiled by the US Census Bureau and the Administration on Aging
