On Tuesday, May 6, Vanessa Souza will be the speaker at the Villages Men’s Fun Social Club luncheon. Social Club members should make lunch reservations at least a week in advance on the computer website referenced in the monthly Social Club newsletter. Non-member guests are invited to attend and should arrive at the Clubhouse by 12:15 p.m.
Vanessa is a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a focus on supporting older adults. She has a particular interest in ensuring people living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, and their family and friends, have the knowledge needed to prepare for the future. She has nearly 15 years of experience working with older adults, family caregivers, and professional caregivers. Vanessa often works with people in times of transition and may use various interviewing strategies, along with narrative therapy or even reminiscence therapy, if appropriate.
Vanessa works as the Senior Manager for Community Engagement at the Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada. She has a Bachelor of Social Work from Seattle University and a Master of Science in Social Administration from Case Western Reserve University.
We encourage you to attend and hear what it is like to navigate the healthcare system and manage both the physical and emotional needs of oneself and others.
