Annapolis, MD (April 30, 2026) - On Thursday, May 7th at 6:00p.m., Tammy Turner, Founder and President of Care Prepared and Diana Dickson, Manager of Community Partnerships for Hospice of the Chesapeake, will present "End of Life Care and Decisions." In the first part of this evening's workshop, Ms. Turner will discuss how creating an advanced healthcare plan can empower individuals to take charge of their future healthcare and improve their quality of life. She will also share the similarities and differences between a Maryland Advance Directive form and the Maryland Order for Life Sustaining Treatment (MOLST) form. This is an important discussion for family caregivers as well as for all of us as we decide how we want to live out our lives. During the second half of this workshop, Ms. Dickson will share the role that hospice care can play in supporting families during the final stages of life. Understanding the comprehensive nature of hospice can inform better planning and ease the emotional burdens often associated during this time. This workshop will be held at the Edgewater Library (25 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater). Register online for this workshop at www.aacounty.org/aging-and-disabilities/services/caregiver-educational-workshops or call 410-222-4375 or 410-222-4339.
On Wednesday, May 6th at 6:00 pm, Department of Aging and Disabilities Staff will facilitate the Dementia Live Experience. This workshop is a high impact, dementia simulation experience that immerses participants into life with dementia, resulting in a deeper understanding of what it is like to live with cognitive impairment and sensory change. Space is limited at each session. This workshop will be held at the Department's North County office (7320 Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie, MD). Pre-registration by phone is required for this workshop; call 410-222-4375 or 410-222-4339.)
These workshops are presented at no cost to the public through the National Family Caregiver Support Program of the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities.
Anyone needing accommodations must contact Mary Chaput at 410-222-4339 or by email at agchap01@aacounty.org at least seven days in advance of the event. Individuals who use Maryland Relay, call 7-1-1 for assistance. All materials are available in an alternative format upon request.