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Nurse Self-care

Nurse Self-care

Angie.Brauer2023-02-08T15:54:34-05:00

Nurses Health and Self-care February 2023 The new year of 2023 is here and so is our brand-new Newsletter for the AAFCN in conjunction with the NAD. The “AAFCN Illuminator” is set to be launched in February 2023. This quarterly newsletter will feature inspiring articles to enhance the lives of FCNs through providing pertinent information and thought-provoking subjects. We praise God for the suggestion of developing this newsletter from our leaders and all the committed and creative staff that will be working hard to produce and keep us up to date with the latest, evidenced-based information. [...]

Nurse Self-careAngie.Brauer2023-02-08T15:54:34-05:00

Eula Winston

Eula Winston

Angie.Brauer2023-02-02T14:47:45-05:00

Eula Winston Illuminator's Spotlight, February 2023 The AAFCN has recently started a quarterly newsletter called The AAFCN Illuminator. Within it we’ve decided to do a spot on a selected AAFCN called:  The Illuminator’s Spotlight. It was not difficult at all to choose the first selectee as she (and her husband) are a couple that I have admired from a distance for several decades and for multiple reasons with its crowning reason…well, I will speak more on that later. Now, on to the interview: A couple weeks ago she and I sat for a telephone interview which [...]

Eula WinstonAngie.Brauer2023-02-02T14:47:45-05:00

Hospice vs Palliative Care

Hospice vs Palliative Care

Angie.Brauer2022-06-11T22:15:08-04:00

Hospice vs Palliative Care in 2022 Learning Objectives Identify the difference between Hospice and Palliative Care Identify 3 Medicare Hospice Eligibility Criteria. Identify services covered by Hospice under the Medicare benefit. Discuss barriers to electing Hospice Benefit in the Christian community. Meet Our Presenter Gwendolynn Ware Harrell Explore More Visit the AAFCN Education page for more informative and practical webinars. Email Newsletter Sponsored by

Hospice vs Palliative CareAngie.Brauer2022-06-11T22:15:08-04:00

Irrepressible Courage

Irrepressible Courage

Angie.Brauer2022-06-01T16:48:28-04:00

Irrepressible Courage Staying the Course How does a health care provider maintain their passion and well-being when faced with overwhelming pressures? What can we learn about resilience from an IV? Join us as we explore how prayer and praise can help you stay the course when the exit sign beckons. Let us know what you thought of the presentation by completing the online feedback form. Give Feedback Meet Our Presenter DeeAnn Bragaw Director, Women's Ministries North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists DeeAnn Bragaw joyfully serves as Director of Women’s [...]

Irrepressible CourageAngie.Brauer2022-06-01T16:48:28-04:00

Resilience

Resilience

Angie.Brauer2022-04-19T17:07:29-04:00

Resilience Thriving Under Pressure Caregiving professionals carry a tremendous load in our world today. The pressure health care workers, social service providers and clergy face can only be relieved when resilience is the focus and conscious choices are made that lead towards responsible wholeness. Join us to discover how to thrive under the pressures of caregiving. Let us know what you thought of the presentation by completing the online feedback form. Give Feedback Meet Our Presenter Ivan L. Williams, DMin Director, Adventist Ministerial Association North American Division of Seventh-day [...]

ResilienceAngie.Brauer2022-04-19T17:07:29-04:00

Serving Our Veterans

Serving Our Veterans

Angie.Brauer2021-12-14T16:56:45-05:00

Honoring and Serving Our Veterans Join Chaplain Paul Anderson as he shares his expertise and experience to explore ideas for FCNs to minister effectively to the veterans and their families in our congregations and communities. Let us know what you thought of the presentation by completing the online feedback form. Give Feedback Meet Our Presenter Paul Anderson, DMin, CDR,CHC,USN Director, Adventist Chaplaincy Ministries North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists Chaplain Anderson served for 20 years as a U.S. Navy chaplain. Over 26 years of active duty, he was promoted [...]

Serving Our VeteransAngie.Brauer2021-12-14T16:56:45-05:00

Protecting our Greatest Assets

Protecting our Greatest Assets

Angie.Brauer2021-10-10T13:45:29-04:00

Protecting our Greatest Assets COVID-19 and Children's Health Learning Objectives Understand the impact of COVID 19 and the variants on children’s health and how to protect our greatest assets COVID-19 Vaccines in Children and Adolescents – what are the options Understand the impact of COVID-19 and how it affects our children’s education and mental health Identify the impact of COVID-19 on children with regards to: Abuse and neglect, food insecurity Define ways to safely transition back to school Meet Our Presenter Dr. Janet Johnson, Pediatrician Dr. Janet V. Johnson received [...]

Protecting our Greatest AssetsAngie.Brauer2021-10-10T13:45:29-04:00

COVID-19 Relations

COVID-19 Relations

Angie.Brauer2021-10-10T13:44:49-04:00

COVID-19 Navigating Communication & Relational Aspects James 1:19 counsels believers to "be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to get angry." That can be challenging in this land of many opinions concerning how best to curb the current pandemic. Join us as we seek to minister in the midst of differing opinions. Let us know what you thought of the presentation by completing the online feedback form. Give Feedback Meet Our Presenter Costin Jordache, MA, MBA, APR Vice President of Public Relations and Marketing Adventist HealthCare Costin [...]

COVID-19 RelationsAngie.Brauer2021-10-10T13:44:49-04:00

Gardening

Gardening

Angie.Brauer2021-06-16T15:24:59-04:00

Gardening for Better Health My Journey Through the years, God has placed me in professional health environments and called me to make better lifestyle changes. While I haven’t always made changes readily, it has been a worthwhile journey. Join us next week as I share my personal health journey, my love of gardening and how well the two work together. Let us know what you thought of the presentation by completing the online feedback form. Give Feedback Meet Our Presenter Philip Riley Philip Riley graduated from Washington Adventist University [...]

GardeningAngie.Brauer2021-06-16T15:24:59-04:00

Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s Disease

Angie.Brauer2022-04-19T08:12:03-04:00

Alzheimer’s Disease Dispelling the Myths In this presentation we will focus on: The historical perspective of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) in minority populations. Myths versus Truth! The disproportionately higher incidence of AD in the African American population and “why.” Is it simple forgetfulness or cognitive impairment? What’s the difference? What’s happening with the brain as neurons suffer with buildup of plaque? Understanding and responding to Dementia related behaviors: helpful tips for caregivers. After the diagnosis then what? A legal perspective, through the journey. The role of the nurse, community, and church from a social perspective. [...]

Alzheimer’s DiseaseAngie.Brauer2022-04-19T08:12:03-04:00