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  For Immediate Release Memory Expert Debunks Myths for Elder Planning Professionals (Niagara Falls, ON) “Doing crosswords and other mental gymnastics does not help improve the short term memory of elder Canadians.” so says noted memory expert Dr. Bill E. Beckwith of Naples, Florida. Dr. Beckwith was the keynote speaker at the inaugural, annual “Elder Planning Issues Conference” held from October 15 to the 17, 2006 in Niagara Falls. Beckwith also reminded the delegates from across Canada and as far away as Taiwan, “You will never remember what you didn’t see or hear in the first place.” Many so-called memory problems are actually vision or hearing impairments. He took delegates on an intriguing tour of the brain and memory to help them help their clients and patients “age successfully”. His book, “Managing Your Memory – Practical Solutions for Forgetting” tells all about identifying, managing and coping with memory loss. The “Elder Planning Issues Conference” is a production of the Canadian Initiative for Elder Planning Studies (CIEPS). It was open to anyone working with the 50 plus market and included lawyers, accountants, financial advisors, stockbrokers, funeral directors and medical professionals. The CIEPS grants the “Elder Planning Counselor” (EPC) designation after the successful completion of an extensive home study program, exam preparation course and three-hour examination. The built in Canada program was the first of its kind in Canada. It boasts over 1500 graduates since its inception three short years ago. EPIC delegates also heard from The Honourable Dean Allison, MP for Niagara West- Glanbrook on the government’s position on senior issues and Sgt. Brian Trainor (Ret) Canada’s leading authority on Power of Attorney Fraud. Taylor Train of the CLU Institute advised on having “the talk” with parents. Author Kelley Keehn spoke about using the media to get the message out to elders. The post Bill Gates/Warren Buffet world of new charitable gift strategies came to life with Peter Wouters. Effectiveness expert, Jim Ruta showed how a smart and simple style made business and communication easier. Insider Panels on the plight of caregivers to the frail elderly, funerals, ethical marketing and planning for elder emergencies highlighted the two-day program.
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the changing needs of Canada’s aging population: Toronto, February 24, 2006 - As Canada’s aging population grows, the need for professionals who understand their changing needs grows too. Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology announced an agreement with the Canadian Initiative for Elder Planning Studies (CIEPS) to develop and deliver their Elder Planning Counselor (EPC) program. With more than 100,000 students, Seneca is Canada’s largest College. It has an international reputation conducting joint programs with universities and colleges throughout North America and around the globe. Introduced in 2003, the EPC program was Canada’s first designation program for professionals working in the 50-plus market. EPC graduates include lawyers, stockbrokers, doctors, financial advisors, nurses, insurance agents, funeral directors and social workers. The EPC designation helps these professionals provide the best possible service to their aging clientele. This new affiliation between Seneca and CIEPS demonstrates the value and credibility of the EPC designation. “Seneca’s Centre for Financial Services is a leader in Canada in quality, career related professional development in financial planning education” says Gary Butler, Director of The Centre for Financial Services at Seneca College. “The need for education and training in elder planning issues is exploding. CIEPS is a recognized leader in the delivery of education in this growing and important area and a perfect fit with our curriculum and program offerings. We are pleased to be working together to deliver the EPC program to the wider population to meet these growing needs.” “Our mission from the beginning was to make the EPC designation the world standard in elder planning issues education. This affiliation brings us another step closer to that goal,” says Tom Miller, President and founder of CIEPS. “We are proud of this new relationship. It underlines our ongoing commitment to providing students with professional elder issues education in Canada and the United States.”
For more information on the Elder Planning Counselor program please
visit:
www.ElderPlanningCounselor.com
4438
Ontario Street, Suite 203 Phone toll free 866 734-2037 Fax toll free 866 209-5111 This web site Copyright © Canadian Initiative for Elder Planning Studies
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