The Tuesday Noontime Series offers brief 1-hour virtual lectures and info sessions throughout the year, intended to offer a lot of information in a little amount of time. Anyone can join, whether you are at home, caregiving, or at work and taking a lunch break. Join in and just listen, or bring your questions. Have a topic you'd like to hear about in the future? Let us know!
THESE PROGRAMS ARE FREE, BUT YOU MUST REGISTER FOR A ZOOM LINK.
THESE PROGRAMS ARE FREE, BUT YOU MUST REGISTER FOR A ZOOM LINK.
Though some of our programs are in-person, most are virtual by Zoom.
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April 8, 2025 at Noon:
Dementia Friends Info Session
Noon-1:00pm (Virtual Session / Cutoff for registration is 10am day of program.)
There are thousands of people living with dementia in our region and many are
active in the community. Join in this virtual session and receive guidance about
how to interact and help a person living with dementia.
(This is a repeat program. If you've already attended a Dementia Friends session,
you are welcome to join again, but the information will be the same.)
Our goal is to have as many Dementia Friends as possible in our counties. Join the movement!
There are thousands of people living with dementia in our region and many are
active in the community. Join in this virtual session and receive guidance about
how to interact and help a person living with dementia.
(This is a repeat program. If you've already attended a Dementia Friends session,
you are welcome to join again, but the information will be the same.)
Our goal is to have as many Dementia Friends as possible in our counties. Join the movement!
July 8, 2025 at Noon:
Dementia Friends Info Session
Noon-1:00pm (Virtual Session / Cutoff for registration is 10am day of program.)
There are thousands of people living with dementia in our region and many are
active in the community. Join in this virtual session and receive guidance about
how to interact and help a person living with dementia.
(This is a repeat program. If you've already attended a Dementia Friends session,
you are welcome to join again, but the information will be the same.)
Our goal is to have as many Dementia Friends as possible in our counties. Join the movement!
There are thousands of people living with dementia in our region and many are
active in the community. Join in this virtual session and receive guidance about
how to interact and help a person living with dementia.
(This is a repeat program. If you've already attended a Dementia Friends session,
you are welcome to join again, but the information will be the same.)
Our goal is to have as many Dementia Friends as possible in our counties. Join the movement!
The Fraud & Scams 4-part series
presented by the Virginia SMP
The Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol's mission is to empower seniors, caregivers and family members to prevent, detect and report healthcare fraud. One way the SMP accomplishes this mission is by providing educational events for small and large groups. Join us as we host Shawn Smith, director of the Virginia SMP, for a series highlighting a variety of fraud and scams.
May 13, 2025 at Noon
Identifying & Avoiding Common Fraud & Scams
Identifying & Avoiding Common Fraud & Scams
The first of this 4-part series takes a look at common scams affecting seniors, and how to avoid them. Click the blue button for detailed information to view or share. Click the red button to register.
June 17, 2025 at Noon
Can You Trust That Email?
Can You Trust That Email?
The second of this 4-part series takes a look at fraudulent email and how to tell that it is. Click the blue button for detailed information to view or share. Click the red button to register.
August 12, 2025 at Noon
Understanding the Medicare Summary Notice
Understanding the Medicare Summary Notice
The third of this 4-part series helps participants understand how to read and identify fraud on their Medicare Summary Notices (MSN) and Explanation of Benefits (EOB). Click the blue button for detailed information to view or share. Click the red button to register.
September 9, 2025 at Noon
Romance Scams
Romance Scams
The fourth of this 4-part series discusses what romance scams are, and what to do if you get caught up in one. Click the blue button for detailed information to view or share. Click the red button to register.
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Your Presenter:
Shawn Smith, State Director, The Virginia SMP Shawn leads a team of over 100 paid and volunteer staff that educate seniors on fraud prevention. Shawn is also the author of “101 Fraud Tips”, a guide to help seniors protect their money and identify from scammers. Shawn does many educational programs around the state and will present this 4-part series for our region. |
Dementia Friendly Businesses
30-Minute Business Training Sessions
Find out more about Dementia Friendly Culpeper or Dementia Friendly Fauquier, and what it means to participate HERE.
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