Amy Florian combines the best of neuroscience and psychology with a good dose of humor in teaching people how to prepare for, cope with, and support their loved ones through all the losses and transitions of aging and life. She published over 250 articles, and her book, titled “A Friend Indeed: Help Those You Love When They Grieve,” won an International Book Award and was also the gold medal winner of the Indies Award. Amy was honored as an “Influential Woman in Business” from the National Association of Women Business Owners and received the Chicago Business Journal’s Women of Influence award.
Amy taught a graduate class at Loyola University of Chicago for almost 10 years and has worked with over 2,500 grieving people. In 2008, Amy founded Corgenius, a company that specializes in training professionals about death, loss, aging, and transition so she could spread solid education about preparing ahead of time, coping with loss, aging, and transition, and learning to support each other through it. She consults with firms, corporations, and individuals worldwide, always garnering rave reviews for her dynamic presentations. Everything Amy does comes from her passion to help people heal and live fully.
On a personal note, Amy is the third of ten children, and she makes fabulous homemade cinnamon rolls and chocolate chip cookies!
“What You and Your Family Need to Know about Dementia and Fraud”
Did you know that 1 in 8 people over age 65 is living with dementia? As we age or care for aging family members, it is essential to prepare ahead of time, to understand the risks and realities of cognitive decline, and to be equipped to prevent fraud and financial exploitation.
In this session, you’ll learn what dementia is, how to recognize early signs, and what treatments and support resources are available. You’ll review important documents to complete before anything occurs. You’ll also gain practical tools and strategies to help protect yourself and your loved ones (regardless of current cognitive health) from scams, schemes, and exploitation. Come hear from an expert in the field, get your questions answered, and walk away with the knowledge and practical strategies your family needs. We’ll see you there!
Save the Date: Thursday September 25th from 2-5pm