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SUMMARY:May 13 at 6pm | Effective & Encouraging Communication With Dementia — Learning & Living Well With Dementia Series: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”596018″]When: May 13th\, 2026 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm\nWhere: Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood\nAddress: 1670 Legacy Pkwy E\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 \nEffective & Encouraging Communication With Dementia (session 2 of the Learning & Living Well With Dementia event series)*\nExplore communication challenges and learn practical tips to improve interactions\, reduce stress\, and minimize negative responses. \nAbout the Speaker — Valerie J. Richards\, MBA\, Alzheimer’s Educator & Family Coach:\nValerie J. Richards\, MBA\, empowers caregivers and families to live well through dementia\, aging\, and end-of-life transitions. Learn more about Valerie at familieswithdementia.com \nRSVP appreciated as space is limited: christopherlarson@ecumen.org | 612-430-1412[/vc_column_text][vc_separator sep_color=”” uncode_shortcode_id=”162528″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”174813″]*Learning & Living Well With Dementia is an event series brought to you by Ecumen Lakeview Commons & Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood\, presented by Valerie J. Richards\, Alzheimer’s Educator & Family Coach.  \nView all events in this series here:  \n\nSession 1 (April 16): Caring\, Coping & Community  — at Ecumen Lakeview Commons\nSession 2 (May 13): Effective & Encouraging Communication with Dementia — at Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood\nSession 3 (June 11): Positive Approaches to Behaviors Related to Dementia — at Ecumen Lakeview Commons\nSession 4 (July 15): Managing Stress\, Making Joy & Finding Meaning — at Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://ecumen.org/event/effective-encouraging-communication-with-dementia-learning-living-well-with-dementia-series-session2-05-13-2026/
LOCATION:Seasons at Maplewood\, 1670 Legacy Parkway E\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Larson":MAILTO:ChristopherLarson@ecumen.org
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SUMMARY:Free Family Portraits | May 9th from 10am - 1pm
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”130493″]When: Saturday\, May 9th\, 2026 from 10:00am – 1:00pm\nWhere: Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood \nAddress: 1670 Legacy Pkwy E\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 \nFREE FAMILY PORTRAITS \nJoin us for Family Portrait Day\, a special community event where everyone is welcome—residents\, families\, friends\, and members of the public—to stop by and enjoy a FREE family portrait. \nThis is a perfect chance to celebrate loved ones\, create lasting memories\, and capture a meaningful photo just in time for Mother’s Day. Light refreshments will be served\, and a professional photographer will be on-site. \nPhotographer: Meet Madeline Mainwood\, the photographer behind Hope Studios Photography. Madeline is a Minnesota-based wedding and lifestyle photographer. Madeline believes photos should feel like you\, which is why she creates a relaxed\, comfortable space for every session\, whether it’s a wedding day\, a family session\, or a special event like today! \nRSVP by May 7th to: christopherlarson@ecumen.org | 612-430-1412[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://ecumen.org/event/free-family-portraits-05-09-2026/
LOCATION:Seasons at Maplewood\, 1670 Legacy Parkway E\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Larson":MAILTO:ChristopherLarson@ecumen.org
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SUMMARY:Five W's of Advance Care Planning | April 14 at 3pm
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”467703″]When: Tuesday\, April 14th\, 2026 from 3:00pm -4:00pm\nWhere: Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood \nAddress: 1670 Legacy Pkwy E\, Maplewood\, MN 55109 \nFIVE W’S OF ADVANCE CARE PLANNING \nNational Healthcare Decisions Day is on April 16th and we want to help you create a plan for your future. Learn about the Five W’s of Advance Care Planning\, how to begin or continue conversations about your wishes\, and why advance care planning is important for you and your loved ones. There will be time for Q&A as well. \nAbout the Speaker — Valerie J. Richards\, MBA\, Alzheimer’s Educator & Family Coach:\nValerie J. Richards\, MBA\, empowers caregivers and families to live well through dementia\, aging\, and end-of-life transitions. Learn more about Valerie at familieswithdementia.com \nRSVP appreciated as space is limited: christopherlarson@ecumen.org | 612-430-1412[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://ecumen.org/event/five-w-s-of-advance-care-planning-04-14-2026/
LOCATION:Seasons at Maplewood\, 1670 Legacy Parkway E\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Larson":MAILTO:ChristopherLarson@ecumen.org
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SUMMARY:Heart Healthy Presentation | TONI SWANSON
DESCRIPTION:When: Thursday\, September 29th at 1:00pm \nWhere: Theater — Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood — 1670 Legacy Parkway E \nEating for a Healthy Heart: Nutritions Tips You Can Use Today \n\n\n\n\nJoin Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Toni Swanson for an engaging and practical look at how food choices impact your heart health. Toni will share simple\, evidence-based strategies to help you lower your risk for heart disease\, boost your energy\, and feel your best. \nWhether you’re looking to make small changes or a full lifestyle shift\, you’ll walk away with tools you can start using right away. Attendees will also enjoy heart-healthy recipe samples to inspire your next meal. We’ll wrap up by creating our own flavorful salad dressings with herbs and spices—each participant will take theirs home to enjoy. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP by September 26th! \nSend RSVP and questions to Christopher Larson at 612-430-1412 or christopherlarson@ecumen.org
URL:https://ecumen.org/event/heart-healthy/
LOCATION:Seasons at Maplewood\, 1670 Legacy Parkway E\, Maplewood\, MN\, 55109\, United States
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