Parkinson’s Disease – Overview and Q&A session
2021-07-14 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Understanding the basics of Parkinson’s Disease, focusing on physical and behavioral changes, medications, and caregiver support. This seminar will be presented by Dr. Ramon L Rodriguez Board Certified Neurologist, Movement Disorders Specialist from Neurology One. His expertise as a physician and his extensive experience in research awarded him multiple accolades, including one of the Top Doctors in Orlando, 40 under 40 and he was awarded the status of Fellow, American Academy of Neurology, acknowledging his exemplary work and achievements in the neurosciences, and the clinical practice of neurology.

Note: This session will be offered as a webinar in partnership with VITAS Healthcare, and will be recorded and subsequently available for on-demand viewing via the Foundation website’s “Videos” page.

To register for the event, please contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email at info@AmacFoundation.org.

We’ll “see” you there!

Combating the Growing Problem of Elder Fraud
2021-08-18 10:00 - 12:00
NOTICE: Due to the resurgence of COVID-19 infections, and based partly on scheduled speaker feedback, we will be hosting this seminar as a virtual presentation, using a Zoom platform. A Zoom link will be sent to all registered attendees the day before the scheduled start time.

The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) carefully tracks reported financial crimes targeting seniors, using this information to educate the public on the vulnerabilities older Americans face in their daily lives. IC3’s recent 2020 Elder Fraud Report, for example, provides an extensive analysis of the types of fraud and scam situations seniors face, including definitions of tactics used by swindlers and the defenses seniors can use to protect themselves. All-in-all, a very informative and important document!

The IC3 Elder Fraud Report also points out a frightening trend…crime complaints reported by victims over age 60 are rising at an alarming rate. For example, the number of complaints reported by this demographic has roughly doubled since 2015. More alarmingly, the financial consequences of these fraud situations have more than tripled in the same period, now representing a loss to seniors of nearly $1 billion annually! But what’s really distressing is that of all the fraud crimes reported by the public, more than 20% target Americans over age 60.

In keeping with our mission of supporting and educating America’s seniors, our Foundation keeps a watchful eye on the Elder Fraud situation with seminars and blog posts designed to promote public awareness of this very real and growing problem. On Wednesday, August 18 we will present a two-hour seminar focused on the Elder Fraud topic, with speakers from law enforcement, the financial community, and state government on hand to discuss ways to prevent falling victim to fraud, how to secure yourself financially from fraudulent activity, and what to do if you are a victim of fraud.

The seminar will be held at the Lady Lake Library, 225 West Guava Street in Lady Lake, beginning at 10:00 am. The presentations will be live-streamed via the AMAC network for remote access and recorded for later on-demand viewing. Light refreshments will be served.

You won’t want to miss this one! To reserve your seat at this event, contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or email us at info@AmacFoundation.org.

Sudden Death: Are You Prepared?
2021-09-13 10:00 - 12:00
Attention: This event consists of three two-hour sessions.

Here are the dates for all three sessions: Mondays – September 13, September 20, and September 27, 2021 — 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Note Location: Lady Lake Library, 225 W Guava Street, Lady Lake, FL 32159 (Room 207)

Attendance is limited; you must register to attend.

Progam Description:

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

Also, please be advised that COVID-19 restrictions may be in effect for this seminar series. Stay tuned to this webpage for alerts.

A Note on the Importance of Pre-Registering

For certain seminars (including the “Sudden death – Are You Prepared?” series), there is a considerable amount of interaction between the speakers and the participants, so we prefer to limit the number of participants to 30. Also, participants are provided resources in the form of a formal notebook and various reference materials, all of which must be assembled in advance. Hence, we need to carefully track the number of expected (and registered) attendees. While we can occasionally accommodate walk-ins, that’s not always the case, and unregistered folks then tend to be disappointed at having wasted time and effort. Finally, since we also provide snacks for attendees, it’s important that we know the audience size we need to plan for when we purchase our supplies the day before.

Also, if after registering you find that you are unable to atted, please let us know so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org

Aging is Cool: Today's Active Older Adult (WEBINAR)
2021-09-15 10:00 - 11:30
The concept and reality of “aging” have changed over the years, and by focusing on some key elements, you can improve your chance to remain healthy and happy throughout your lifespan. In this session, you will learn about the myths of aging and key components of aging well, including physical health, cognitive health, meaning, socialization, and attitude. Our speaker, senior bulletin board “A Mighty Good Time” co-founder Amy Temperley, will also focus on tenets of active aging, like fitness, brain health, gratitude, and humor.

Note: This session will be offered as a webinar in partnership with “A Mighty Good Time,” and will be recorded and subsequently available for on-demand viewing via the Foundation website’s “Videos” page.

To register for the event, please contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email at info@AmacFoundation.org.

We’ll “see” you there!

Understanding Advance Directives (WEBINAR)
2021-09-22 10:00 - 11:30
Most folks have a general understanding that advanced directives are legal documents through which they can specify what health-related actions should be taken on their behalf if illness or incapacity renders them unable to make decisions for themselves. While the general concept is known, there is widespread misunderstanding about their use in today’s patient/physician interactions. We welcome Brittany Burgher of Vitas Healthcare who will share her insight into the meaning and types of Advance Directives and provide guidance and resources for their use. Brittany serves as Regional Director of Admissions for Vitas Healthcare, where she specializes in the development of admission nurses to help better determine hospice eligibility in terminally ill patients. She is a Registered Nurse/Paramedic, with a Clinical background in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Hospice & Palliative care.

Note: This session will be offered as a webinar in partnership with VITAS Healthcare, and will be recorded and subsequently available for on-demand viewing via the Foundation website’s “Videos” page.

To register for the event, please contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email at info@AmacFoundation.org.

We’ll “see” you there!

New to Medicare - 2021 Edition (Webinar)
2021-09-28 10:00 - 11:30
Get a complete understanding of Medicare and its components

Many folks aging into Medicare eligibility, as well as many already registered as Medicare beneficiaries, will benefit from this workshop on the program’s structure, rules, and regulations. Our experts will cover:

Medicare’s Components

Common Terms and Definitions

Thoughts on Managing Health Care Expenses

Your Medicare Options

Medigap Plans and How They Work

Here are the details:

Please note that we are offering this seminar as a virtual (ZOOM) presentation. Closed captioning will be used with the presentation for the convenience of the hearing-impaired.

To register for this webinar, please contact the Foundation office (888-750-2622) or via email at info@AmacFoundation.org). The link to access the webinar will be sent the day before the event.

Deadline for registration is Monday, September 27

Veterans Benefits
2021-10-27 10:00 - 11:30
AMAC and its affiliate companies are staunch advocates on behalf of America’s Veterans, believing strongly that veterans issues should remain a highly visible priority for any administration and any community. As opportunities present themselves, AMAC’s Washington resources champion these causes in order to underscore their importance. Locally, the AMAC Foundation has sponsored educational sessions covering benefits available to our Veterans, providing guidance on how to access these benefits. In addition, AMAC, Inc. and its non-profit affiliates AMAC Action and AMAC Foundation, have joined forces on a major initiative–AMAC’s Veterans 2021 Project— in support of the Veterans Community.

Back by popular demand, we are once again embracing this subject of Veterans Benefits, working in partnership with VITAS Healthcare to present an informative seminar covering the myriad benefits available to the Veteran Community. On Wednesday, October 27, we’ll conduct a highly informative overview session on this subject, featuring VITAS Veteran Liaison Benedetto Mongiovi, who will address key subject areas, including eligibility eligibility criteria; VA medical priority groups; disability compensation, pension, and survivor compensation; VA burial benefits; contacting VA medical facilities; and much more.

Here are the details for this session:

Date: Wednesday, October 27, 2021

Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Place: Lady Lake Library, 225 West Guava Street, Lady Lake, FL 32159

There is no cost for this workshop, and light refreshments will be served.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org.

Deadline for reservation is Friday, October 22, 2021.

Special Note: This seminar will be streamed live via the Foundation’s website. To access the session, go to www.AmacFoundation.org/live at the session’s designated start time.

Sudden Death: Are You Prepared?
2021-11-08 14:00 - 16:00
NOTICE: As of today, this session is fully subscribed, and no further registrations are being taken at this point. Our next session is scheduled to begin Wednesday, January 12, 2022.

Attention: This event consists of three two-hour sessions.

Here are the dates for all three sessions: Mondays – November 8, November 15, and November 22, 2021 — 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Note Location: Villages Public Library at Pinellas Plaza, 7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, FL 34785

Attendance is limited; you must register to attend.

Progam Description:

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

Also, please be advised that COVID-19 restrictions may be in effect for this seminar series. Stay tuned to this webpage for alerts.

A Note on the Importance of Pre-Registering

For certain seminars (including the “Sudden death – Are You Prepared?” series), there is a considerable amount of interaction between the speakers and the participants, so we prefer to limit the number of participants to 30. Also, participants are provided resources in the form of a formal notebook and various reference materials, all of which must be assembled in advance. Hence, we need to carefully track the number of expected (and registered) attendees. While we can occasionally accommodate walk-ins, that’s not always the case, and unregistered folks then tend to be disappointed at having wasted time and effort. Finally, since we also provide snacks for attendees, it’s important that we know the audience size we need to plan for when we purchase our supplies the day before.

Also, if after registering you find that you are unable to attend, please let us know so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org

Coping With Loss During the Holidays (WEBINAR)
2021-12-15 10:00 - 11:30
Here’s a startling quote from a Florida-based home care service: “According to Mental Health America, more than two million of the 34 million Americans age 65 and older suffer from some form of depression – and during the holidays this number climbs.” Unfortunately, there are many similar reports of melancholy settling in as the holiday season arrives, and it kind of makes you wonder why, since this season is generally welcomed by so many as a time of celebration, family get-togethers, relaxation, and peaceful personal reflection. For many, though, and especially for the senior segment of our population, dealing with the loss of loved ones and the memories of time gone by can color an otherwise festive time with a bit of sadness.

So, with the holiday season rapidly approaching, AMAC foundation in collaboration with VITAS Healthcare explores this matter with an insightful webinar titled “Coping with loss during the Holidays” webinar. We understand the holidays can be a hard time of year with the memories of our loved ones, and with this webinar we’ll provide valuable information on the dynamics, reactions, and strategies of loss and grief and understanding how these dynamics are made especially difficult and depressing during the holidays. Our featured speaker will be Jessica McClure, LCSW Bereavement Manager for VITAS Healthcare Lake and Sumter Counties.

VITAS Healthcare, with more than 40 years of experience in hospice care, is the nation’s largest single-source provider of end-of-life care. Their nearly 12,000 professionals provide care to over 19,000 patients daily throughout 14 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

Note: This session will be offered as a webinar. It will be recorded and subsequently available for on-demand viewing via the Foundation website’s “Videos” page.

To register for the event, please contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email at info@AmacFoundation.org.

We’ll “see” you there!

Sudden Death: Are You Prepared?
2022-01-12 10:00 - 12:30
NOTICE: THIS SERIES IS NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED…NO ADDITIONAL REGISTRATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED. OUR NEXT SERIES BEGINS APRIL 21, 2022.

Attention: This event consists of three two-hour sessions.

Here are the dates for all three sessions: Wednesdays – January 12, January 19, and January 26 — 10:00 am to Noon

Note Location: Lady Lake Library, 225 West Guava Street, Lady Lake

Attendance is limited; you must register to attend.

Progam Description:

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

Also, please be advised that COVID-19 restrictions may be in effect for this seminar series. Stay tuned to this webpage for alerts.

A Note on the Importance of Pre-Registering

For certain seminars (including the “Sudden death – Are You Prepared?” series), there is a considerable amount of interaction between the speakers and the participants, so we prefer to limit the number of participants to 30. Also, participants are provided resources in the form of a formal notebook and various reference materials, all of which must be assembled in advance. Hence, we need to carefully track the number of expected (and registered) attendees. While we can occasionally accommodate walk-ins, that’s not always the case, and unregistered folks then tend to be disappointed at having wasted time and effort. Finally, since we also provide snacks for attendees, it’s important that we know the audience size we need to plan for when we purchase our supplies the day before.

Also, if after registering you find that you are unable to attend, please let us know so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org

A Real-Life Perspective on PTSD and Its Relationship to Veteran Suicide
2022-01-14 14:00 - 16:00
NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2100 Project. To register for this webinar, contact the One More Day organization at 208-992-6178.

About the Webinar:

According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that develops in some people who have experienced a shocking, scary, or dangerous event.

Experiencing PTSD is not a rare situation, and it’s not restricted to the Veteran community. PTSD is a mental health problem that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event, like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident, or sexual assault. It’s normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after this type of event. If symptoms last more than a few months, it may be PTSD. The good news is that there are effective treatments.

From the Veteran’s perspective, official statistics report that 12% of Gulf War (Desert Storm) Veterans experience PTSD each year. For Vietnam Veterans, that rate is even higher (about 15%), with an estimated 11% to 20% of Veterans from operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom similarly affected. These are high numbers, and they give evidence to the need for focused attention on understanding and managing the problems associated with this often-debilitating condition.

One More Day, Inc. is a registered non-profit VSO/MSO dedicated to eliminating suicide within the military, veteran, and law enforcement communities, and one of their urgent priorities is the delivery of critical information on topics integral to this mission. Toward that goal, One More Day, Inc. is beyond honored to host a two-time American Hero. Delta Force Command Sergeant Major Tom Satterly will be our featured speaker on our PTSD webinar on 1/14/22 @ 1400 MST. Tom is one of the most decorated special operations warriors of all time and was involved in thousands of classified missions to protect the United States and his brothers/sisters. Tom did not know it at the time, but his worst foe was yet to come. After leaving the military, Tom, like many of our warriors, was haunted by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Listen to Tom and his wife Jen as they explain to us how he came back. Tom is now back in the saddle and helping other special operations warriors overcome that same foe.

In addition to sharing the Satterlys’ story, our webinar will discuss the neuro-psychology of why we suffer from PTSD, some current awesome treatments, and even what is on the horizon. Dr. Paul E. Holtzheimer, MD, Deputy Director for Research at the VA’s National Center for PTSD, will be our featured expert, along with several speakers on-hand to answer a variety of questions regarding PTSD. We also will have a number of experts on-hand to answer a multitude of questions regarding PTSD.If you are suffering from PTSD, or know someone dealing with PTSD, and want to learn about the ways we are working with experts to ensure that suicide is not the answer, please join us.January 14th @1400 EST

If you are suffering from PTSD and want to learn about the ways we are working with experts to ensure you do not end up planning suicide, please join us.

The Heart of the Veteran
2022-01-25 10:00 - 11:30
AMAC and its affiliate companies are staunch advocates on behalf of America’s Veterans, believing strongly that veterans issues should remain a highly visible priority for any administration and any community. As opportunities present themselves, AMAC’s resources champion these causes in order to underscore their importance. Locally, the AMAC Foundation has sponsored educational sessions covering benefits available to our Veterans, providing guidance on how to access these benefits.

As part of AMAC’s commitment to the Veteran community, the company and its non-profit affiliates AMAC Action and AMAC Foundation have joined forces on a major initiative–AMAC’s Veterans 2021 Project–designed to synchronize a number of our efforts in support of our American heroes. As part of this project, we’re proud to join forces with VITAS Healthcare to bring you a riveting discussion focused on understanding the impact of military culture and experiences, the issues encountered by caregivers serving combat veterans, and the myriad related services available for veterans and their families. The seminar’s goal is to honor the veterans’ preferences for end-of-life care and to provide them with the respect, recognition, comfort, and compassion they deserve through dignified treatment and quality care.

On Tuesday, January 25, we’ll conduct this highly informative session featuring VITAS Veteran Liaison Benedetto “Ban” Mongiovi, III. Ben is an Iraq war vet with deployment experience in Kuwait and Turkey, and a proud father of a battle-tested 82nd Airborne paratrooper and father-in-law to a Fort Carson, Colorado-based Soldier.

This seminar is being presented in a virtual format (Zoom), and will be recorded for on-demand availability via the Foundation’s website. For further information, please contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email at info@amacfoundation.org.

Social Security Overview – 2022 Version
2022-03-03 10:00 - 12:00
The AMAC Foundation’s Social Security Advisory Service is now in its seventh year of operation, and has handled more than 20,000 calls for help in understanding Social Security. We’ve found that many of the questions cluster around a handful of basic areas. With this in mind, we thought it would be helpful to provide an update on these most commonly queried subjects, and at the same time provide an update on some of the changes applicable to 2022.

In keeping with our Foundation’s mission of “Supporting and Educating America’s Seniors,” we are again presenting an update in a public setting where seminar attendees can get the facts straight from our staff of National Social Security Advisors. Join us on Thursday, March 3, 2022 for a lively session as our Advisors refresh you on many of the basic Social Security rules you need to understand. Our topics will include:

The basics (Eligibility, Full Retirement Age (FRA), etc,)

When/How to file

Taxation of Benefits

Disability Basics

Spousal Benefits

Surviving Spouse Benefits

…and much more!

The seminar will be held at the Lady Lake Library, 225 W. Guava Street, Room 207.

There is no fee for this seminar and light refreshments will be served. We do request the courtesy of an advance registration…simply contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email (info@AmacFoundation.org).

Special Note: This seminar will be streamed live via the Foundation’s website. To access the session, go to www.amacfoundation.org/video/live at the session’s designated start time.

Sudden Death: Are You Prepared?
2022-04-21 10:00 - 12:00
NOTICE: THIS SERIES IS NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED…NO ADDITIONAL REGISTRATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED. OUR NEXT SERIES WILL BE HELD IN JULY..CALL THE OFFICE FOR DATES!

Attention: This event consists of three two-hour sessions.

Here are the dates for all three sessions: Thursdays – April 21, April 28, and May 5 — 10:00 am to Noon (EASTERN TIME)

Note Location: Villages Public Library at Pinellas Plaza, 7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, FL 34785

Attendance is limited; you must register to attend.

Program Description:

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

A Note on the Importance of Pre-Registering

For certain seminars (including the “Sudden death – Are You Prepared?” series), there is a considerable amount of interaction between the speakers and the participants, so we prefer to limit the number of participants to 24. Also, participants are provided resources in the form of a formal notebook and various reference materials, all of which must be assembled in advance. Hence, we need to carefully track the number of expected (and registered) attendees. While we can occasionally accommodate walk-ins, that’s not always the case, and unregistered folks then tend to be disappointed at having wasted time and effort. Finally, since we also provide snacks for attendees, it’s important that we know the audience size we need to plan for when we purchase our supplies the day before.

Also, if after registering you find that you are unable to attend, please let us know so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org

Understanding Florida Homestead Law
2022-04-27 10:00 - 11:30
Do you think that Florida Homestead law only pertains to your property taxes? Do you want to learn more about Florida Homestead beyond statutory provision? If so, then join Attorney Patrick Smith for his free seminar on estate planning and Florida Homestead law presented by AMAC Foundation. Attorney Smith will be presenting on the statutory and constitutional aspects of Florida homestead law, and will be available to answer any and all questions that you may have regarding estate planning or Florida Homestead law.

The seminar will be held at the Lady Lake Library, 225 W. Guava Street, Room 207, Lady Lake, FL 32159

There is no fee for this seminar and light refreshments will be served. We do request the courtesy of an advance registration…simply contact the Foundation office at 888-750-2622 or via email (info@AmacFoundation.org).

This event is being live-streamed for remote access, and will be recorded for on-demand viewing. Call the Foundation office for access details (888-750-2622).

Exploring Suicide in the U.S. Army
2022-05-16 14:00 - 16:00
NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. To register for this webinar, contact the One More Day organization at 208-992-6178.

One More Day is both humbled and honored to announce that General Mike Garrett, Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command, will be joining One More Day for a live, one-on-one candid chat regarding suicide in the US Army and what the Army is going to prevent further loss of life.Mark your calendars for May 16 at 1400 (2:00 PM) EST for this live event.

One More Day Straight Talk Live General Mike Minihan
2022-06-30 15:30 - 17:00
NOTE: Scheduled time is Eastern

Event by One More Day- Military Suicide Prevention. Please join us for a one-on-one live episode of Straight Talk with General Mike Minihan, Commander, Air Mobility Command. Learn what the Air Force and incredible leaders like General Minihan are doing to protect the Airmen that protect the United States and beyond.

NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. If you have any questions, please contact One More Day Suicide Prevention at 208-600-4571 or visit their website at http://www.suicide-prevention.org or Facebook.com/onemoreday.

To register for this webinar, use this Zoom invite link. When prompted for a passcode, enter 484624.

Sudden Death: Are You Prepared?
2022-07-06 14:00 - 16:00
NOTICE: This event has been fully subscribed. No more registrations are being taken. Watch this site for announcements about the next edition.

Attention: This event consists of three two-hour sessions.

Here are the dates for all three sessions: Wednesdays – July 6, July 13, and July 20 — 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (EDT)

Note Location: Lady Lake Library, 225 Guava St., Lady Lake, FL 32159

Attendance is limited; you must register to attend.

Program Description:

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

A Note on the Importance of Pre-Registering

For certain seminars (including the “Sudden death – Are You Prepared?” series), there is a considerable amount of interaction between the speakers and the participants, so we prefer to limit the number of participants to 24. Also, participants are provided resources in the form of a formal notebook and various reference materials, all of which must be assembled in advance. Hence, we need to carefully track the number of expected (and registered) attendees. While we can occasionally accommodate walk-ins, that’s not always the case, and unregistered folks then tend to be disappointed at having wasted time and effort. Finally, since we also provide snacks for attendees, it’s important that we know the audience size we need to plan for when we purchase our supplies the day before.

Also, if after registering you find that you are unable to attend, please let us know so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org

One More Day Straight Talk With CINCPACFLT Admiral Sam Paparo
2022-07-28 14:00 - 15:00
Admiral Samuel Paparo, commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet, will join the One More Day team for an appearance on Straight Talk Live. The broadcast, slated for 28 July 2002 at 2:00 EST, focuses on mental health conversations with the goal of destigmatizing issues and fostering an environment for open, straight talk.

Please use this link. Add your name and email address to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lXY7jyAOR3quOqe929SPGA

NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. If you have any questions, or to register for this event, please contact One More Day Suicide Prevention at 208-600-4571 or visit their website at http://www.suicide-prevention.org or Facebook.com/onemoreday.

One More Day Straight Talk with Dr. Matthew Miller, Head of Suicide Prevention, VA
2022-08-31 14:00 - 15:00
Join the One More Day Straight Talk Live broadcast with Dr. Matthew Miller, Head of Suicide Prevention, US Veterans Administration.

We will be discussing the ways that the VA is combatting suicide.Dr. Matthew Miller is the Executive Director for VA Suicide Prevention for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, where he leads a team dedicated to the implementation and reinforcement of evidence-based community and clinical interventions addressing suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

Dr. Miller previously served as the Director of the Veterans Crisis Line (VCL). Under his leadership, VCL became the world’s largest and most efficient suicide crisis call center. He began his VA career as the Chief of Mental Health at Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, MI, where he later became the Deputy Chief of Staff.

Dr. Miller received his PhD from Michigan State University and a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the University of Michigan.

Dr. Miller is an Air Force Veteran. He completed his professional residency in Clinical Psychology at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Medical Center and served as the Chief of Mental Health at a Joint Services Pilot Training Wing. Dr. Miller was responsible for overseeing outpatient mental health operations for all active duty service members and dependents within the installation community. In addition, he was head of the installation’s suicide prevention, alcohol and drug demand reduction, critical incident response and family advocacy programs.

NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. If you have any questions, or to register for this event, please contact One More Day Suicide Prevention at 208-600-4571 or visit their website at http://www.suicide-prevention.org or Facebook.com/onemoreday.

Sudden Death: Are You Prepared?
2022-09-13 10:00 - 12:00
Attention: This event consists of three, 2-hour sessions.

Here are the dates for all 3 sessions:

Tuesday, September 13, 2022; Monday, September 19, 2022; Tuesday, September 27, 2022 — 10:00 am to Noon (EASTERN TIME)

Note Location: Villages Public Library at Pinellas Plaza, 7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, FL 34785

Limited spots left. Register now!! Please check back for future sessions in 2023.

Program Description:

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

A Note on the Importance of Pre-Registering

For certain seminars (including the “Sudden death – Are You Prepared?” series), there is a considerable amount of interaction between the speakers and the participants, so we prefer to limit the number of participants to 24. Also, participants are provided resources in the form of a formal notebook and various reference materials, all of which must be assembled in advance. Hence, we need to carefully track the number of expected (and registered) attendees. While we can occasionally accommodate walk-ins, that’s not always the case, and unregistered folks then tend to be disappointed at having wasted time and effort. Finally, since we also provide snacks for attendees, it’s important that we know the audience size we need to plan for when we purchase our supplies the day before.

Also, if after registering you find that you are unable to attend, please let us know so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

To register: Contact the AMAC Foundation, 888-750-2622 or email: info@amacfoundation.org

New to Medicare - 2022 Edition (Webinar)
2022-09-21 10:00 - 11:30
Get a complete understanding of Medicare and its components

Many folks aging into Medicare eligibility, as well as many already registered as Medicare beneficiaries, will benefit from this workshop on the program’s structure, rules, and regulations. Our experts will cover:

Medicare’s Components

Common Terms and Definitions

Thoughts on Managing Health Care Expenses

Your Medicare Options

Medigap Plans and How They Work

Here are the details:

Please note that we are offering this seminar as a virtual (ZOOM) presentation, and the session will be recorded for on-demand viewing.

Closed captioning will be used with the presentation.

There is no cost for this webinar, but we require advance registration. Please contact the Foundation office (888-750-2622) or via email at info@AmacFoundation.org). The link to access the webinar will be sent the day before the event.

The deadline for registration is Monday, September 19.

Straight Talk with Major General Gregg Martin
2022-09-30 12:00 - 13:30
Note: Time Zone is MST

Gregg F. Martin, Ph.D., Major General, US Army (Retired), served on active duty for 36 years, until May 2015. He is a combat veteran, Bipolar Survivor, Airborne-Ranger-Engineer qualified soldier, and Army Strategist. He holds a Ph.D. and two masters degrees from MIT, masters degrees in national security strategy from both the Army and Naval war colleges, and a bachelor’s degree from West Point. He commanded an engineer company, battalion, the 130th Engineer Brigade in combat during the first year of the Iraq War in 2003-04, including the attack from Kuwait, up the Euphrates River Valley, to Baghdad and beyond. He served multiple overseas tours, and, as a general officer, commanded the Corps of Engineers Northwest Division, was Commandant of the Army Engineer School, commanded Fort Leonard Wood, was Deputy Commanding General of Third Army/US Army Central, Commandant of the Army War College, President of National Defense University, and Special Assistant to the Chief of Engineers. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal (twice), the Bronze Star Medal, and the Combat Action Badge. He is married with three sons, two of whom are Army combat veterans, and one an artist. His daughter-in-law is also an Army combat veteran. His wife is an “Army brat” and heroine for persevering through their Army career and surviving and overcoming their bipolar ordeal, which has been the toughest fight of their lives. They live in Cocoa Beach, FL, where he is writing, speaking, and sharing his story of “battling bipolar disorder” to help save lives and stop the stigma.

NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. If you have any questions, please contact One More Day Suicide Prevention at 208-600-4571 or visit their website at http://www.suicide-prevention.org or Facebook.com/onemoreday.

To register for this event, click here…

Everything you need to know about Assisted Living (in-person)
2022-10-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Lady Lake Library, 225 W Guava St, Lady Lake, Florida, 32159, United States
In-Person, no-fee session on the ins and outs on researching, selecting, and being happy in an assisted living facility that fits your needs.

Please register by Tuesday, October 18th by contacting the AMAC Foundation office via email at info@amacfoundation.org

For more information or to RSVP, reach out to AMAC Foundation at info@amacfoundation.org.

Facilitator, Janice Martin, is the founder of Senior Liaison of Central Florida, Inc., a Senior Living placement service covering Florida’s Hernando, Citrus, Marion, Sumter and Lake Counties. Senior Liaison of Central Florida was created from a desire to help individuals and families navigate the many facets of senior living options.

Social Security Solvency (residents only)
2022-10-25 11:30 - 13:00
A presentation / lunch talk on social security solvency for the residents at Plantation at Leesburg, Leesburg, FL.

This is a residents-only event, with tickets sold through the Plantation at Leesburg Activities Centers.

For an event in your central Florida community, please contact info@amacfoundation.org.

How To Choose the Best Assisted Living (webinar)
2022-10-26 10:00 - 12:00
The issue of selecting an assisted living facility for yourself or someone you care for is an extremely important topic for so many of our constituents. Since we are aware of the level of apprehension one faces when starting to think about the issue, our public seminar series is providing a session focused totally on tips and techniques to consider when facing this task.

The session will be conducted by Rhonda Hardy, author of “How to Choose the Best Assisted Living,” and she will share the tips and techniques she’s compiled into her extensive publication. For more information on this topic and Rhonda’s book, check out the July 19 “News” post on this website.

There is no fee. Please register by Monday, October 24th by contacting the AMAC Foundation office via email at info@AmacFoundation.org

2022 Lake County Senior Expo
2022-10-27 10:00 - 13:00
AMAC Foundation will be attending the 2022 Lake County Senior Expo, given by Lake County Elder Affairs group. A perfect opportunity to meet us and learn about our services, as well as those of other local businesses, many specifically for senior citizens of the area.

WHERE: Lake Square Mall, 10401 US HWY 441 Leesburg, FL 34788WHEN: Thursday October 27, 2022, from 10 am to 1 pm

Come see us there! No RSVPs needed – event open to the public.

One More Day Straight talk Suicide Prevention chat with SEAC Ramon Colon-Lopez
2022-11-01 12:00 - 13:30
Join the One More Day Straight Talk Live broadcast with Ramon (CZ) Colon-Lopez.

Note: Time Zone is MST.

One More Day Straight Talk with Ramon (CZ) Colon-Lopez, Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs. We will be talking about the ways that the Joint Chiefs are combatting suicide throughout the DoD as well as the best ways to destigmatize mental health issues.

NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. If you have any questions, please contact One More Day Suicide Prevention at 208-600-4571 or visit their website at http://www.suicide-prevention.org or Facebook.com/onemoreday.

To register for this event, click here.

Protecting the Rights of Senior Voters
2022-11-02 19:00
Join American Constitutional Rights Union (ACRU) for an update on how to help protect the rights of senior voters and those who are part of the most vulnerable voter population in America.

Register by clicking here or copy and paste the link below into your web browser

Straight Talk with Dr Liz Clark
2022-11-18 14:00 - 15:30
Dr. Liz Clark is the Acting Director of the Defense Suicide Prevention Office (DSPO) in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness. In this position, she is responsible for policy, oversight, and advocacy of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) suicide prevention programs, which include suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention efforts, including policy, program development and evaluation, data surveillance, research, and outreach and engagement in support of more than 2 million Service members and more than 2.5 million military family members worldwide.

Dr. Clark brings more than 20 years of service spanning the Federal Government and military service. Prior to her current assignment, Dr. Clark was the Deputy Executive Director for the PREVENTS Task Force, created by Presidential Executive Order 13861, and charged with developing the first federally coordinated national public health strategy and roadmap to address veteran suicide.

From 2015 to 2020, Dr. Clark served as the Director and Assistant Director of the DSPO Policy and Plans Directorate and was responsible for developing suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention policies, guidance, and strategic planning. Dr. Clark brings an array of suicide prevention experience to the Department through her previous work as a volunteer hotline crisis worker answering the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, as well as establishing and leading a suicide bereavement support group in the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.

Dr. Clark also served as an Army officer from 1999 – 2008 in the Ordnance Corps and Adjutant General Corps, and had a variety of assignments at the installation level, Army Staff, and National Guard Bureau.

Dr. Clark holds a Doctorate in Education in Leadership and Learning in Organizations from Vanderbilt University, a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management from Georgetown University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from McDaniel College.

NOTE: This event is presented by One More Day Inc., a Veteran-Operated nonprofit VSO/MSO dedicated to ending the loss of our nation’s cherished Veterans at the hands of suicide. The AMAC Foundation is partnering with One More Day as part of the AMAC Veterans 2021 Project. If you have any questions, please contact One More Day Suicide Prevention at 208-600-4571 or visit their website at http://www.suicide-prevention.org or Facebook.com/onemoreday.

To register for this event, click here…

Event time: 2-3:30pm Eastern / 12-1:30pm Mountain
