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Join Seniors Blue Book & The Caregiver Support Program, as we explore some of the physical and psychological aspects that effect intimacy as we age. Learn ways to increase intimacy, when sex is no longer an option in your relationship.Event Speakers:PAM MICKENS, MS Long-Term Care Ombudsman | The Senior SourceTANGINIKA-SIMONE CUASCUD VEGA, PHD Clinical Sexologist, Sexual Health ConsultantEMILIJA ROSENTHAL, FNP-C Nurse Practitioner | Prism Health North TexasIntimacy refers to a close feeling shared between 2 people, based on knowledge of and familiarity with the other person. It includes emotional, social, and physical intimacy. Our desire for intimacy does not decrease with age, and there is no age at which intimacy, including physical intimacy, is inappropriate.Physical, emotional and psychological changes that may occur as we age, can interfere with developing and maintaining intimacy in our relationships. Ultimately changing the way intimacy is expressed.It is important to note that sexual intercourse is not the only way that we express intimacy. Behaviors, such as touching, hugging and kissing, trust, respect and compatibility become equally and at times more important as we age.Additionally, intimacy in a relationship, can assist in preventing depression, as well as improve self-esteem and physical health.We have a great panel of speakers today with expertise in the area of older adults & intimacy.We thank you forjoining Seniors Blue Book & The Caregiver Support Program, as we explore some of the physical and psychological aspects that effect intimacy as we age, and learn ways to increase intimacy in our relationships, especially when sex is no longer an option.I'd like to share a little about each of our panelists with you.Pam Mickens will be the moderator for todays program. Pam has been a Long-Term Care Staff Ombudsman in Dallas County for over seven (7) years. The Long-Term Care Staff Ombudsman Program for Dallas County is housed at The Senior Source. Pam advocates for frail, elderly, disabled and residents with mental illnesses in Dallas County nursing home settings.She attended the University of North Texas at Denton where she earned her Masters Degree in Criminal Justice and Rehabilitation Counseling. Her background also includes many years in the public & private sectors as a manager of social service programs. Shes a strong advocate for quality services for persons with mental health challenges. Pam is also a proud Great-Auntie of Caleb & Bryson, thanks to her niece Eboni!Emilija Rosenthal will share her expertise on the physical aspects that affect intimacy. Emilija is a certified family nurse practitioner who specializes in HIV medicine. She received her bachelor of science in nursing degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2010. Emilija then worked as a registered nurse for eight years prior to going back and attaining her master of science degree from Texas Womans University. She is about to celebrate her three year anniversary working at Prism Health North Texas.Dr. Tanginika-Simone Cuascud Vega (Dr. Tangie) will share her expertise on the psychological aspects that affect intimacy in aging adults. Dr Tangie is a clinical sexologist, sexual health educator and surrogate partner therapy facilitator; and founder and principal of Texas Sexual Health in North Texas.She is board certified by the American College of Sexologists, is a member of the World Association on Sexual Health and an ambassador of the American Sexual Health Association.She has been a media commentator and a contributor for several print and online publications and her works about sexual health have been translated and published all over the world.Dr.Tangie is an advocate for sexual rights, including the right to sexual satisfaction, throughout the lifespan.I want to thank each of our panelists for joining us today. 

teleCalm stops problem calls for families living with cognitive challenges.Our landline and cell phone service empowers family caregivers to stop late-night calls, repeated calls, 911 abuse, and elder fraud -- while reducing social isolation and family stress.For a great home phone solution, there's teleCalm Caregiver. This service works with regular home phones and replaces the existing landline service provider. Our teleCalm Mobile service works with your loved ones existing Android smartphone and current carrier. The service includes the teleCalm Dialer app, which installs directly on their smartphone and replaces the default dialer. Both services are managed remotely by the family caregiver using the teleCalm Caregiver app.Checkout our website at teleCalmProtects.com to learn more and see how we can help solve your phone-related challenges.About teleCalmteleCalm improves the quality of life for families and caregivers living with Alzheimers and other dementias. We provide safe phone service for seniors living at home, in assisted living, and memory care communities. Our customers experience life-changing benefits for the senior and reduced caregiver stress.How is teleCalm safe home phone service different than other phone services?teleCalm is the safe phone service solution for seniors. teleCalm currently offers two levels of stress-free home phone service for seniors, both designed to stop problem calls and keep seniors connected with family and friends.What is the basic difference in teleCalm Trust and Caregiver?The teleCalm Caregiver service solves common challenges faced by caregivers and their loved ones. The service helps seniors maintain their independence, reduces isolation, and helps caregivers prevent everyday problems such as late-night calls, repeated calls, 911 abuse, and 100% of telemarketer/scam calls. At the heart of teleCalms service is the Caregiver app. Family caregivers subscribe to the phone service for their loved one, replacing any existing phone service provider. The family caregiver manages all the features and benefits of the service remotely through the teleCalm Caregiver app. See how Caregiver provides extra protection.The teleCalm Trust service is designed for independent seniors and filters out robocallers before they have a chance to ring through to the seniors phone. Our Trust service learns over time who your loved ones trusted contacts are based on their calling habits. See how teleCalm Trust works.Will this replace the current home phone service?Yes, teleCalm phone service replaces current home phone service, often times for less money than the current basic phone service. teleCalm also has simple pricing. All taxes and fees are included in the monthly pricing.Is internet required to have teleCalm service?No, internet is not required to have teleCalm service.Can I keep my current phone number, or the phone number of my loved one?Yes, teleCalm can transfer (port) the existing number of your loved one to teleCalm. Please note there is a $5 port charge and the transfer process can take up to two weeks. You MUST keep the current phone service until the transfer is complete. During that period, you can forward the current phone number to your new, temporary teleCalm number and begin using it right away.How do I transfer or port a phone number?To transfer a phone number to teleCalm, you must complete a Letter of Authorization (LOA) provided by teleCalm and provide a complete copy of a recent phone bill. Once submitted, the port process can take two weeks. Do not cancel the existing service during that time, as you can lose the phone number.Does the number have to be ported over immediately, or can we decide to do that later?You can use the teleCalm provided phone number as long as you like, and then port your old phone number over when you are ready, as long as you have not canceled your old service. If you decide to port the old phone number, follow the instructions on our Porting page. What if my loved one does not have a phone number?If you dont have an existing phone number, or dont want to transfer a current number, teleCalm be happy to give you a new number when you sign up.I have the recommended photo phone. How do I program the photo phone buttons?To program the recommended photo phone, follow these steps:Turn the switch on the back of the phone to Normal.Take the handset off hook.Press the STORE key.Dial the number you want to add.Press the STORE key again.Press the photo key you want to program (0-9 keys).Hang up the handset.Turn the switch on the back of the phone back to One Touch (if you want the phone to only be able to call the programmed numbers).Does teleCalm support using more than one phone?There are two ways that you can use two phones:1. Where you plug the phone into the back of the teleCalm Adapter, you can plug a phone line splitter, which would allow you to plug in two different phone line cables, which would then attach to each phone. These are available on Amazon.2. However, the preferred way is: Use an expandable cordless phone system, with a base station and an extension.Here are two examples; one with an answering machine; and one without an answering machine.Does teleCalm protection work on mobile cellular telephones as well as home telephone lines?Currently, teleCalm only works on home phones. We are developing a solution for mobile phones and will be testing it in the near future.Can I install teleCalm myself?Yes, its very simple. Click here to watch a video on installing the teleCalm adapter. Also, an installation guide is included with your teleCalm adapter.How soon can I start using teleCalm once I sign up?Once you sign up for teleCalm service, your teleCalm adapter is configured and shipped within a few days. Since teleCalm adapters come plug-in ready, you can begin using the service as soon as youve completed a few installation steps and can hear a dial tone.Can the teleCalm service move locations if my loved one moves?Yes, the teleCalm service can be moved with your loved one. Please contact us to update the end users address, so that their 911 address is correct.Does teleCalm provide 911 service?Yes, we provide 911 service. During signup, you will be asked to provide the physical address of the end user. The physical address provided is used to route the 911 call to a local emergency response center.What happens when my loved one calls 911?If your loved one dials 911, it will immediately connect to the 911 operator in their area based on the address provided during sign-up.A text message will also be sent to you, notifying you that 911 was called.The teleCalm Rules Engine will be turned OFF automatically to make sure any 911 operator or other emergency services can call back and reach your loved one (you will be notified of this in the text message).The Caregiver app will show that 911 was dialed on the Dashboard and the History screen.Once you are confident the emergency is over, you will need to TURN ON the teleCalm Rules Engine again under Settings, Enable the teleCalm rules engine. You should also turn the Enable Outgoing Call Rules back on as well if you are limiting outbound calling  (suggested).Also Note: You can safely verify that 911 is working by dialing 922 from your loved ones phone. This will connect to the 911 servers and the computer will read back the 911 address that is on file. It will also simulate the notification text messages to your cell phone.Does 911 service work during a power or internet service outage?911 service will not function in the event of a broadband or power outage, or if your broadband, ISP or teleCalm service is suspended or disconnected.Will my loved one only receive calls for the contacts created in the Caregiver app?Yes, provided the teleCalm Rules Engine is turned ON in Settings (default setting).How does Repeat Dialing work?The repeat dialing feature will automatically detect when your loved one starts calling the same contact over and over again, within a specified period of time, and block those outgoing calls. You can even be notified that the feature has been activated. See the blog post Repeat Dialing Feature Promotes Peace of Mind for more detail on how it works.How does Quiet Hours work?The Quiet Hours feature helps curb late night calls, and disruptive calls during work hours. The feature lets you set up two different ranges of time that your loved one is blocked from making outgoing calls. You can record a personalized message for your loved one in your own voice, reassuring them. For example: Mom, its really late and we are asleep. Please call back in the morning. Or if you need to wake me, press 5 on your phone.You can also enable or disable the press 5 to dial out. When turned on, your loved one can press any key to connect their call, even during quiet hours.How many people can use the Caregiver App?Multiple family members can use the app. You just have to share the log in information of the primary family caregiver with them.Can I disable the teleCalm calling rules at any time?Yes, through our mobile Caregiver app you can disable and enable the teleCalm calling rules in the Settings screen. When you disable the teleCalm calling rules, it becomes a standard home phone service. Telemarketers and scammers can now easily reach your loved one.How many minutes are included in my plan?Your teleCalm service includes unlimited calling minutes and no long-distance charges.Do you offer voicemail?With teleCalm Caregiver service, here is how voicemail works, with Enable Voicemail turned ON from the Settings screen:All strangers will immediately be sent to Voicemail on the Caregiver app. Your loved ones phone will not ring.All contacts will ring straight to your loved ones phone, however, if they dont answer in the 30 seconds it rings (longer than normal phone service), the call will transfer to Voicemail on the Caregiver app.Any blocked callers will not be given an opportunity to leave a voicemail.You can modify the default outgoing voicemail messages from the Settings screen. There is a different message for Contacts and Strangers.You can listen to voicemails from the Dashboard, by selecting the voicemail icon on the top right of the screen.If you want your loved one to be able to receive messages, you can use a telephone with answering machine functionality built in, or a standalone answering machine.With teleCalm Trust service, we currently do not offer voicemail as most of our customers prefer cordless home phone systems that already have voicemail built in. You can use a telephone that has the answering machine functionality built in, or a standalone answering machine.What phones do you recommend?Although we dont sell home telephones, we have strong opinions on different models based on years of experience serving seniors and listening to our customers. If you want a great landline replacement or home phone for yourself or somebody you love, we want to share the benefit of our experience. We hope you find this review of our favorite senior phones useful.Are my credit card transactions secure?Yes, all the information you enter and submit is secure. We use the highest level of security for all online transactions. teleCalm uses Stripe, securely processing billions of dollars a year for thousands of businesses.

Lori Williams shares information on how senior living advisors assist families to navigate the senior housing options.Three questions she will answer:1) What service does your business provide?2) How is it a free service?3) How is your podcast used as an educational tool and where can it be found?Finding senior housing for yourself or for a loved one can be a time-consuming and stressful process. You can search google and find a senior community that sounds perfect, only to find out later that its way beyond your budget...or not the right fit for your loved ones care needs. We are here to help. Lori Williams Senior Services is a completely free senior living advisement service. Our senior experts are locally based, know the senior living options in the area, and are dedicated to helping you find the right solution for yourself or your family member.Lori's Podcast is called Aging in Style

Tavis Schriefer with teleCalm shares information to help families and caregivers about using a telephone when you have Alzheimer's or dementia.The topics he covers include: Common Issues Using a Phone With Dementia Common Caregiver Frustrations Best Dementia Phone SolutionsteleCalm stops problem calls for families living with Alzheimers & other cognitive challenges at home and in senior living communities.Our landline and cell phone service empowers family caregivers to stop unwanted incoming/outgoing calls, including late-night calls, repeated calls, 911 abuse, and deliberate/targeted fraud -- while reducing social isolation and family stress.For a great home phone solution, there's teleCalm Caregiver. This service works with regular home telephones, and replaces the existing landline service provider. If false 9-1-1 calling is an issue, teleCalm has solutions for that -- just give us a call to discuss.Our teleCalm Mobile service works with your loved ones existing smartphone and current carrier. The service includes the teleCalm Dialer app, which installs directly on their smart phone, replacing the default dialer.Both services are managed remotely by the family caregiver using the teleCalm Caregiver app.Checkout our website or give us a call using the links above to learn more and see how we can help solve your phone-related challenges.teleCalm is a veteran and woman owned company, rated A+ by BBB. All of our support team is US-based and have been family caregivers themselves. Learn more at teleCalmProtects.com