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EVENTS
EVENTS
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STROKE INFORMATION
STROKE INFORMATION
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Hope and help for stroke survivors and caregivers
Hope and help for stroke survivors and caregivers
Our friendly support and first-hand experiences
can help you cope with life after a stroke.
Our friendly support and first-hand experiences
can help you cope with life after a stroke.
BETHESDA CHAPTER MEETING
WHEN:
NEXT MEETING:
1st Tuesday, September 4, 2018
7 - 8 P.M.: Stroke Support Group
Short Break
8 - 9 P.M.: Welcome, Announcements & Program
Speaker: video brain health lecture(s) by neuropschologist Dr. Karen Sullivan, Ph.D.
Topic: "Understanding the Aging Brain: What is Normal and When to Worry" and/or "Dr.Sullivan's Top 10 Recommendations"
Plus --as time permits -- handouts with information about mild cognitive impairment, sleep issues, and tips for reducing risk of falling will be presented.
Contact Person:
Bob Orlov (301-299-5059)
WHERE:
Davis Library
(Lower Level, Room #1)
6400 Democracy Blvd.
Bethesda, MD 20817
MCSA chapter meetings are free and open to the public.
If you plan to attend this meeting, or if you want more information. leave a telephone message at 301-681-6272 or send an email message to [email protected]
Include your name and contact information.
SILVER SPRING CHAPTER MEETING
SILVER SPRING CHAPTER MEETING
WHEN:
NEXT MEETING:
2nd Tuesday, September 11, 20181:00 - 2:00 P.M. :
Welcome, Announcements, and Program
Speaker: Kathleen Stobie, Montgomery County Volunteer Center
Topic: "Volunteer Opportunities for Stroke Survivors"
Short Break
2:00 - 3:00 P.M.:
Stroke Support Group
Contact Person:
Elaine Parreco (301-622-1650)
(Leave a message, including your call-back phone number.)
WHERE:
Schweinhaut Senior Center
(Almost Cafe')
1000 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(ample free parking)
MCSA chapter meetings are free and open to the public.
If you plan to attend this meeting, or if you want more information about this chapter, leave a telephone message at 301-681-6272 or send an email message to [email protected] Include your name and contact information.
UPPER COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING
UPPER COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING
WHEN: 2nd Wednesdays, 7 - 9 P.M.
NEXT MEETING:
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
7 - 8 P.M.: Stroke Support Groups
Short Break
8 - 9 PM: Announcements & Program
Topic: "The Meaningful Activities Program in the In-Patient Rehab Setting"
Guest Speakers: Christian Garner and Ted Denning, Therapeutic Recreation Specialists
WHERE: Adventist HealthCare Physical Health & Rehabilitation
9909 Medical Center Drive,
Rockville, MD
MCSA chapter meetings are free and open to the public.
If you plan to attend this meeting, RSVP by calling Susy Stites at 301-569-6961 and leaving a message with your name and contact information.
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BOARD of DIRECTORS MEETING:
2nd THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Time: 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Place:
Holiday Park Center
3950 Ferrara Drive
Silver Spring, MD
If you plan to attend this meeting, please RSVP to Amy Boltz (248-652-0304) or send email to [email protected]
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ACCESSIBLE SAILING with CRAB (Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating)
September 27 (date was changed)
*1 p.m. sail on the Chesapeake Bay
*Sandy Point State Park Marina
*Free for MCSA members
*Must register by September 20
*To register, leave a message at 301-681-6272 (MCSA) or call Janet Gritz at 301-622-2282.
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LEISURE WORLD STROKE SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
Date: Tuesday, September 18
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Place: Leisure World of Md.'s Clubhouse II (Silver Spring, MD)
Meeting Agenda:
1:30 p.m.: Stroke Support Group
(Join us to ask your questions and share your experiences and suggestions about stroke resources and coping strategies)
2:30 p.m.: Educational Program
Guest speaker Dr. Lara Thompson, Ph.D., will discuss a balance study for stroke survivors being conducted at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC). For details about this study, contact Dr. Thompson at [email protected] or call 202-274-5828.
Suggestions for reducing the risk of falling will also be presented.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
(Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating)
September 27 (date was changed)
*1 p.m. sail on the Chesapeake Bay
*Sandy Point State Park Marina
*Free for MCSA members
*Must register by September 20
*To register, leave a message at 301-681-6272 (MCSA) or call Janet Gritz at 301-622-2282.
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LEISURE WORLD STROKE SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
Date: Tuesday, September 18
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Place: Leisure World of Md.'s Clubhouse II (Silver Spring, MD)
Meeting Agenda:
1:30 p.m.: Stroke Support Group
(Join us to ask your questions and share your experiences and suggestions about stroke resources and coping strategies)
2:30 p.m.: Educational Program
Guest speaker Dr. Lara Thompson, Ph.D., will discuss a balance study for stroke survivors being conducted at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC). For details about this study, contact Dr. Thompson at [email protected] or call 202-274-5828.
Suggestions for reducing the risk of falling will also be presented.
Communique' newsletter
Communique' newsletter
Membership in MCSA is free.
Sign up to receive our free, informative newsletter each month. Learn about MCSA's programs and community events of interest, including other local stroke support groups, health fairs, and stroke research projects.
Leave your name, phone number, email address, and home mailing address at 301-681-6272 or online at [email protected]
Donations to MCSA may be sent to
MCSA, P.O. Box 9343, Silver Spring, MD 20916-9343 .
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