The following is from the Eldercare Workforce Alliance: Washington, D.C. – Cedar Rapids elder care workforce advocates urged investments to improve recruitment and training for the elder care workforce during visits with lawmakers in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 21, World Alzheimer’s Day.  They see such investments as a high priority in the implementation of...
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Cedar Rapids–The public is invited to participate in an upcoming walk to help grieving parents. The event is called the Long Walk to Remember. In its 6th year, the annual walk is designed to help families cope with the loss of a child. The program features a brief memorial service and special musical program,...
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The following is from the Alzheimer’s Association: The total estimated worldwide costs of dementia are $604 billion in 2010, according to the newly released World Alzheimer Report 2010: The Global Economic Impact of Dementia from Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI), a London-based, nonprofit, international federation of 73 national Alzheimer organizations, including the Alzheimer’s Association (U.S.)....
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The following is from the Iowa Cancer Consortium: The Iowa Cancer Consortium will present awards to two of its members at 1 p.m. on September 20th at the West Des Moines Marriott during the 2010 Cancer Summit and Iowa Cancer Consortium Fall Meeting. Holly Smith, MSE, CHES, will receive the 2010 Karen Packer Spirit...
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CEDAR RAPIDS – Mercy Medical Center, in partnership with Heritage Area Agency on Aging, announces its Chronic Disease Self Management Program (CDSMP) is one of 20 programs (from a total of 600 CDSMP’s) selected to participate in a national study.  Mercy is the only site from Iowa. With the goal of delivering CDSMP widely...
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Teen suicide is the third leading cause of death among young adults and adolescents.  Suicide threats and attempts are serious calls for help.  Join Mercy Medical Center for a live Webinar to learn more about teen suicide statistics, warning signs and how to respond if you’re concerned about someone.  Julie Lemon, Licensed Mental Health...
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The following is from Iowa City Hospice: Iowa City Hospice is a community-based not-for-profit organization that offers care to patients, families and their loved ones throughout the dying and grieving processes. Support services, including the support groups listed, are available, free of charge, to anyone who resides in the seven-county service area of Johnson,...
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The following was submitted by the Autism Support Network: FAIRFIELD, Conn. and ROSEMOUNT, Minn., Aug. 31, 2010 — Autism Support Network (http://www.AutismSupportNetwork.com) and Autism Hangout (http://www.AutismHangout.com) today announced a content sharing agreement to further spread practical assistance to those whose lives are touched by autism.  Autism Hangout was founded by Craig Evans, who is...
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The September 9th meeting of Amputee Support Group will feature Abbey Almelien and Rhonda Muhlenbruch speaking about their recent trip to the Amputee Coalition of America’s National Convention in Irvine, CA. We will meet at 7 PM at 381 East College Street, Iowa City at the Access 2 Independence offices. For further information call Abbey at 319-541-3535...
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