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Community invited to take a step to end Alzheimer’s
The community is invited to take steps to end Alzheimer’s Disease during the Northwest Ohio Chapter’s “Walk to End Alzheimer’s” Sunday, Oct. 2 at the Lucas County Recreation Center in Maumee. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m. and the walk will begin at 2:30 p.m.
The walk is a national effort in which millions of people around the country help raise much-needed funding to stop this disease.
“Each step we take is one step closer to ending this devastating disease that affects over 5.4 million Americans,” said Lindsey Bowman, development coordinator, Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. “The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is a way to raise awareness while we raise critical funds for research, early detection and treatment.”
Many may not know that:
• One in eight older Americans has Alzheimer’s disease.
• Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death across all ages in the United States.
• It is the fifth-leading cause of death for those aged 65 and older.
• In 2010, 14.9 million family members and friends provided 17 billion hours of unpaid care to those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias—care valued at $202.6 billion.
The Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter offers services such as caregiver groups, family and professional education programs, a 24-hour Helpline, Safe Return Program and two adult day centers. All programs for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and their families are free of charge. There are more than 32,000 people who have Alzheimer’s disease in the 24 counties served by the Northwest Ohio Chapter.
Activities at the family-friendly event include snacks, a basket raffle, kid’s activities, the Promise Garden and more. Team captains form teams that raise money for the organization. This fall, the Walks will take place throughout northwest Ohio in nine of the 24 county area served by the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter.
To register for Walk to End Alzheimer’s or for more information about being a team captain, an individual walker or corporate sponsor, visit www.2011alzheimerswalk.kintera.org/toledoohio or call the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter at 419-537-1999 or 1-800-272-3900.
CPR training
The American Red Cross now offers those seeking CPR training more training options. Visit www.redcross.org and click ‘Preparing & Getting Trained.’
Users will be asked for their ZIP code, distance they are willing to drive and the date range for when they would like to take a course. Registration may then be completed at the online site.
Those wishing to register may also call 1-877-519-5967.
Fall enrollment up
Mercy College President John F. Hayward has announced an increase in the healthcare college’s enrollment for the fall semester, rising to 1,107 students at the Toledo campus and 108 students at Youngstown.
“We proudly offer our students many healthcare career path choices,” Hayward said, adding that students continue to pursue healthcare careers because of anticipated substantial job growth. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 10 of the top 20 fastest-growing occupations continue to be healthcare related. The BLS estimates that the healthcare industry will generate more than three million new jobs before 2018. Many of those jobs will require less than a four-year degree.
Belly dance fitness
Kaylouise, of Mesmeric Dance Fusion, is now offering her bellydance fitness program at the Oregon Senior Center the third Friday of every month at 12:30 p.m.; at InProcess Art & Wellness Center at Woodville Mall Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. and at Owens Community College Mondays at 5:30 p.m.
For more information, visit www.kaylouise.com.
Chron’s & Colitis Walk
Take steps to be heard for Chrohn’s & Colitis at a walk being held Oct. 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the University of Toledo Medical Center. Register at www.cctakesteps.org.
The Chron’s & Colitis Foundation of America sponsors a support group that meets the first Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Luke’s Hospital, classroom 1, 5901 Monclova Rd., Maumee. The meeting is open to those affected by Chron’s, colitis and IBD disorders, their families and caregivers. For information, and to confirm meeting schedules, call 248-737-0900.
Information, guidance and support is also available at CCFA’s new information resource center at 1-888-MY-GUT-PAIN.
Family Fun & Fitness Fair
Mercy Children’s Hospital is hosting a free Family Fun & Fitness Fair Sept. 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Walbridge Park in Toledo.
The event will kick off the fifth year of the “Kids in Action” program, which offers healthy living activities and education for children and their families.
At 2 p.m., Mercy Children’s will be presented a check for $151,377 from the Kohl’s Cares for Kids Initiative. This is the fifth year that the hospital has received a grant from Kohl’s. The funds will go to support Mercy’s Kids in Action Initiative.
The Family Fun & Fitness Fair will include free pony rides, a petting zoo, yoga, cooking demonstrations, a fun run/walk, arts and crafts and prizes. There will also be jump rope and hula hoop competitions and a dance exhibition by South African dancers from the MLMA studio.
For more information about having the Kids in Action program, call 419-251-1246.
Senior health fair
Perrysburg Care & Rehabilitation Center, located at Starbright Boulevard, will hold its 2nd Annual Community Health Fare Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Seniors from Wood and Lucas counties are encouraged to attend the event, which is free. More than 10 area businesses that cater to the needs of seniors will be available to answer questions and provide information. Representatives from Interim Healthcare will conduct cholesterol screenings ($25) and flu shots ($25 or free to Medicare and Paramount recipients), along with blood pressure, glucose and bone density screenings. A registered nurse will be on hand to answer health questions.
Door prizes, a 50/50 raffle with proceeds to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s and light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, call 419-666-0935.
Donations and welcome
Donations are currently being accepted to help defray medical bills for 22-month-old Katie Reihing, of Curtice.
Young Katie, the daughter of Shawn Reihing and Heather Nagy, was diagnosed Aug. 19 with stage 4 Rhabdoid Tumor, a rare children’s cancer. She is currently receiving treatment at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo.
The family would greatly appreciate prayers as well as donations, which will be used to help with treatment-related expenses not covered by insurance. Contributions may be made at any National Bank of Oak Harbor branch in Katie’s name.
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