Aging with Grace Partners to Address National Women’s Conference

Aug. 11, 2008 - PRLog -- Philadelphia, PA ––– Patricia Grace and Rita Files of Aging with Grace, have been invited to return as featured speakers for the National Conference of Teamster Women.  More than 800 women from all aspects of the union are expected to attend the conference, held September 9th-14th at the Fontainbleu Resort Hotel in Miami, Florida.  
“Last years program was received so splendidly, our members are elated that we have been able to bring Patricia and Rita back. This year’s program entitled, The Silver Tsunami... Are You Prepared, is expected to far exceed our expectations.” said Cheryl L. Johnson, Central Region Vice President for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.  
Both Grace and Files are known for delivering high quality programs filled with anecdotal experience, humor and practical tips. Ms. Files was recently quoted in saying, “As millions of baby boomers reach retirement, the wave of the Silver Tsunami will threaten to engulf you, if you are not prepared. This workshop prepares you for the what, where and why of what is needed for you and your family to Age with Grace.”  
Aging with Grace is a national eldercare management company that has gained status as the recognized solution to eldercare stress in the workplace in the United States and Canada. Together, Grace and Files have developed an innovative approach that focuses on educating, coordinating and facilitating individualized care options one family at a time. This advanced concept provides the services and resources that are needed by the working caregiver.
Ms. Grace is a Certified Senior Advisor, National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers Member, Case Management Society of America Member, American Society on Aging Member and the Co-Chair for the East Coast Fall Conference for ASA. With 18 years of experience in the elder care industry she is a frequent guest on radio and television in the Greater Philadelphia area offering commentary on elder caregiver issues.
Ms. Files is a nationally recognized “subject matter expert” on the knowledge and skills needed for working with the elderly. She has over 28 years in the healthcare industry. In addition to her nursing experience, Ms. Files holds both state and national certifications in Assisted Living Administration and is a Certified Senior Advisor® through The Society of Certified Senior Advisors™, a Member of the Case Management Society of America, and the American Society on Aging.
To learn more about Aging with Grace, call Toll Free (800) 626-9440 or visit the website at www.agingwithgrace.net.
If you’d like more information about this topic or to schedule an interview, please contact Christine Schonewolf, Director of  Marketing at (800) 626-9400 extension 105 or email her at christineg@agingwithgrace.net

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Aging with Grace™ is a national eldercare resource management company that offers members an innovative program to assist caregivers through the overwhelming maze of eldercare options. In addition to a content rich web site, membership in the Aging with Grace Program places expert help a phone call away. Experienced Eldercare Specialists are available to answer questions, provide guidance and assist with resolving immediate care needs as well as helping to develop a long term plan for the future