Living With(OUT) Pain Forum

What caregivers need to know about opioids and other medications

Tuesday, May 15, 2018 6:30 pm

Newtown High School Lecture Hall 12 Berkshire Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Light snacks served

RSVP 203-270-4612 by 5/8/2018

Stephanie R. Paulmeno, MS, RN, NHA, CPH, CDP, CCM; from Communities 4 Action will discuss the opioid epidemic and its impact on the senior population. This content rich presentation will include:

1. Pain management and alternatives

2. Warning signs of dependence

3. The “BEERS List” of mediation that could be causing harm

4. Risk of current medication

5. Storing and disposing of mediation

6. Proper mediation storage, disposal, and harm in sharing

7. Managing mediation and home care

CEU’s available.

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