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For Immediate Release News Release Tax Benefits for Older Adults To be Presented at Seminars give practical tips for caregivers of persons with ADRD (Jan. 5, 2010, London) – A free seminar on tax benefits for older adults and their caregivers, the second of the four free seminars for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) throughout January, will be held next Tues. Jan. 11 at Alzheimer Outreach Services (AOS), from 7 to 9 pm. “This is part of our Second Annual Caregiver Support Seminars which we hold every January to honour Alzheimer Awareness Month,” notes Magdalen Carter, Director of Outreach Services at AOS. She notes that this year, AOS is offering free seminars for caregivers every Tuesday evening throughout the month of January. “It’s our way of recognizing Alzheimer Awareness Month and showing caregivers the range of services available through AOS and our partners throughout the year.” Titled “Tax Benefits for Older Adults & Caregivers,” the Jan. 11 seminar will feature a presentation by Revenue Canada on tax benefits for older adults and their caregivers. “So many caregivers of older adults, as well as disabled adults can benefit from the latest financial information, which Revenue Canada will share with us next Tuesday evening,” says Carter. “We hope those who come out will find this information beneficial.” The Tax Benefits seminar will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at AOS, located at 2022 Kains Road in London. While admittance is free, preregistration is requested. Interested persons can call Shelly at 519-439-9336 Ext. 2347 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The remaining seminars throughout January will feature a display of information on dementia care services by various London-based businesses and organizations on Jan. 18, and a presentation on how to care for the mind and body on Jan. 25 by the representatives from the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging and AOS recreation therapy specialists. Alzheimer Outreach Services (www.alzheimeroutreach.org) is an accredited, London, Ontario based non-profit organization offering a variety of high quality programs and services for families coping with Alzheimer Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD). Operating out of McCormick Home since 1985, AOS offers a popular day program for individuals with ADRD, the largest of its kind in Ontario, as well as various specialized respite and support services for caregivers, managed by dedicated and experienced professionals including nurses, social workers, recreational therapists, and numerous volunteers. McCormick Home is owned and operated by the WCA, a community-based health and human services charitable organization that was founded in 1874 with a mission to support the elderly to maintain their independence and quality of life. Magdalen Carter, MSW or Ruth Adams |
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