Darien Community Association

Dementia Panel Discussion: A Primer for Families and Caregivers

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The Darien Community Association (DCA), in collaboration with At Home in Darien and the New Canaan-based Alliance of Business Professionals, will present a panel discussion “Dementia: A Primer for Families and Caregivers,” from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 18 at the DCA, 274 Middlesex Road. 

The program is targeted not only for the families — spouses, adult children and caregivers of those with dementia — but also other seniors and/or their children who would simply like to learn more about this disease, which is affecting a larger portion of the population in today’s world, as people live longer.   

Dr. Stephen Jones, gerontologist and Director of Greenwich Hospital’s Center for Healthy Aging, will explain “What is Dementia?” including the clinical description of types of dementia, signs and related behaviors, as well as current research and medications. 

In addition to his position at Greenwich Hospital, Dr. Jones is an associate professor of clinical medicine at the Yale University School of Medicine, a member of the Alzheimer’s Association Medical and Scientific Advisory Board and president of the Connecticut Geriatrics Society. Carolyn DeRocco, vice president of programs and education at the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter, will describe ways to navigate dementia’s communication barriers, and services offered by the Alzheimer’s Association for both those with Alzheimer’s disease and their families/caregivers, including ongoing support groups for caregivers. Michelle Lee Beltrano, JD, RN, and attorney in Greenwich practicing in elder law, estate planning, special needs and probate, will speak on “Advocating Today for Your Tomorrow,” which includes the legal issues of planning for the unexpected, and the top five things people should know when caring for someone with dementia.   

David Babcock, founder/owner of Home Care Right at Home, a Darien-based firm which serves all of Fairfield County, will discuss the services included in home care for those with dementia, as well as options for home care in Fairfield County and the award-winning Home Care Right at Home in Darien. The program will begin with a reception at 5 p.m., with the panel discussion starting at 5:15 p.m.  A question and answer session will follow the panelist presentations. 
The event is free, but please RSVP through dariendca.org or by contacting the DCA at info@dariendca.org or 203-655-9050 ext.

Children of Monsters

Talk by National Review Editor on His Book, ‘Children of Monsters’

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What’s it like to be the son or daughter of a dictator? Jay Nordlinger, a senior editor and a book fellow at the National Review, set out to answer that question when he wrote Children of Monsters: An Inquiry into the Sons and Daughters of Dictators. He’ll be speaking Tuesday night, April 26 at the Darien Community Association. In his 7 p.m. talk at the DCA and in his book, Nordlinger looks into the families of the worst of the worst: Stalin, Mao, Idi Amin, Pol Pot, Saddam Hussein, and others. (There are still seats available.

Darien Community Association

Launching Your 20-Something: Helping Your Young Adult Find a Life Purpose

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“Help Your Twenty-something Get Launched:  Encouraging your young adult to find a life purpose and passion (and move out of your basement)!” In this interactive panel discussion at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 31, Maud Purcell, Psychotherapist and founder and executive director of the Life Solution Center of Darien, will follow up on the recent and well-attended “Got Resilience?” presentation at Darien High School, by helping parents support their twenty-somethings in becoming self-reliant, and prepared to face whatever life throws their way. Vince Benevento, Futures Coach, Founder and Director of Causeway Collaborative, and member of The Life Solution Center of Darien, will discuss how his team works with young people to help them find life purpose, direction, and a job! The cost to attend is $15 ($10 for DCA members). Reservations are requested for this General Programs event. Click for online registration

Community Organizations
DCA Holiday Greens Workshop 2015

Learn How to Make a Festive Wreath at a DCA Workshop on Dec 3

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Members of the DCA’s Greenhouse Group will be holding a workshop to create your own holiday wreath on Thursday, Dec. 3 at 9:30 a.m.

Join our Greenhouse Group as they lead you in this hands-on workshop to make a festive wreath of your very own to take home. Bring your gloves, pruners and imagination and we’ll provide the rest, including fresh greens, ribbons and a variety of embellishments. Bring a container to make a table centerpiece as well for a suggested donation of $10, as long as supplies last. Coffee and light refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m., with the workshop from 10 a.m. This workshop is $20, or $15 for DCA members.

Barrett Bookstore
Turkle by Urban

Author on Keeping Personal Ties Strong as Technology Distracts

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An announcement from Barrett Bookstore:

Barrett Bookstore, in partnership with The Darien Community Association and The Darien Foundation for Technology and Community, is hosting an evening with Sherry Turkle at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6 at The DCA, 274 Middlesex Road. Ms. Turkle is the Abby Rockefeller Mauzé Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at MIT. A licensed clinical psychologist, she has been studying digital culture for over thirty years. Her initial enthusiasm for the new technology has been tempered by a disturbing effect that has become increasingly evident over time.

Books & Authors

Author to Speak on Keeping Personal Ties Strong as Technology Distracts

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An announcement from Barrett Bookstore:

Barrett Bookstore, in partnership with The Darien Community Association and The Darien Foundation for Technology and Community, is hosting an evening with Sherry Turkle at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 6 at The DCA, 274 Middlesex Road. Ms. Turkle is the Abby Rockefeller Mauzé Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology at MIT. A licensed clinical psychologist, she has been studying digital culture for over thirty years. Her initial enthusiasm for the new technology has been tempered by a disturbing effect that has become increasingly evident over time.