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Alixandra Burns - who has written 5 posts on Chicago Bridge.

Alixandra Burns, LSW, attended the University of Michigan with a specialization in working with older adults. She has experience in hospitals, long term care, and hospice as well as nonprofit management and research. She is currently working in healthcare and is the Events Director with the Chicago Bridge.

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Chicago Bridge Annual January Planning Meeting

Posted on January 2nd, 2011 by Alixandra Burns

Chicago Bridge Annual January Planning Meeting

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 from 6 to 8 pm Held at Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly located at 355 N Ashland Blvd Chicago IL ~Please join us for the January Planning Meeting~ Email chicagobridge@gmail.com with questions or concerns! This meeting will determine our events for the year. Our monthly events and other programs are successful only [...]

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Ageism and Rhetoric: Challenges Across Generations

Posted on May 26th, 2010 by Alixandra Burns

Ageism and Rhetoric:  Challenges Across Generations

The Chicago Bridge May monthly event took place at the Hallmark Retirement Community. Cheryl Kuba, of LivHome, presented on ageism found in language. The event drew a small crowd which was optimal for the discussion and activities Cheryl planned. Attendees left with a new-found respect for the power of language.

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Entrepreneurship and Aging: a Growing Market

Posted on April 18th, 2010 by Alixandra Burns

Entrepreneurship and Aging: a Growing Market

With the increase of older adults in society, business opportunities abound. If you’ve ever thought about creating your own business and work in the field of aging, you could use your creativity to develop a small business. With a great idea, lots of dedication, and an excellent support system, you could carve a unique niche and find yourself in a satisfying career.

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Hospice: The business of dying

Posted on March 3rd, 2010 by Alixandra Burns

Hospice: The business of dying

Talking to families and clients about the possibility of death and hospice services is an extremely delicate matter. Making a referral to hospice can be done well when one understands the nuances involved. Older adults will benefit from a knowledgeable health care advocate at a time of great difficulty.

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Chicago Bridge’s January Event

Posted on January 26th, 2010 by Alixandra Burns

Chicago Bridge’s January Event

With a record turnout and the announcement of exciting new initiatives, the Chicago Bridge embarked on another year. Attendees were able to shape the programming for the upcoming year and volunteered to make 2010 an exciting year!

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