What’s happening in “our” world
We continue to send good wishes to Susan D. for healing after her fall on the ice. She spent some time on a rehabilitation unit as she was healing from her hip fracture. She is home now and we look forward to seeing her at one of our future meetings.We also send healing wishes to Ron B. as he recovers from a fall and a fracture in his back. Barbara continues to be a wonderful caregiver; she has been busy, but continues to be right by Ron’s side all the way!
Our February meeting was attended by 33 people. Our attendance has continually been in the 30s-40s. I am always so pleased to meet new members, but of course sad that everyday our numbers grow (victims of stroke). I continue to be hopeful that we can educate our society about prevention, but am wise enough to know that changing our habits is difficult. We, as a Survivor and Caregiver Support Group then will continue to reach out with our experience to answer their questions and offer support.
Why join a support group? There are many benefits to joining a support group: You receive support. A support group provides a group of people who truly understand you. With them you can laugh and reflect over the day-to-day turmoil of living. You are educated.
The group's connection gives you access to the latest information on research and treatment. Valuable information is shared among support group members. From 'favorite' doctors in the area to tips for daily coping, support groups are a wealth of firsthand information. You can evolve from being a victim to becoming an advocate.
Support can be Beautiful!
Support groups give you the chance to help by doing something positive on behalf of others, whether it's fundraising, promoting awareness, or consoling others. Support groups help family and loved ones. The survivor is not the only one who "rides the rollercoaster". Spouses, parents, and children need support, too.
Words of Wisdom
Be happy with what you have while working for what you want. So much has been given to me, I have not time to ponder over that which has been denied. Helen Keller
Do the best you can until you know better, then when you know better, do better. Maya Angelou
“Never believe where you are…is the only possibility” John G
For Your Health
Let’s keep active…
Thank you to Sue W. for presenting and providing a Home Exercise Program for us to follow. It was good to move a bit in our group time last month and more importantly to have something we can follow at home. If by chance you put this away, that’s OK, but pull the exercises out now and try incorporating them into your daily schedules. Remember after your stroke how exercise became part of your life…well, it still needs to be! Don’t quit making gains; we want you healthy and active for a long time!
Sit and Be Fit
Sit and Be Fit is a non-profit organization that produces America's award winning television exercise series, Sit and Be Fit. Each chair exercise program is carefully researched and designed by host Mary Ann Wilson, RN and a team of physical therapists, doctors, and exercise specialists. Sit and Be Fit has been broadcast since 1987 on PBS stations to over 86 million U.S. households annually, and is recognized by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) as a "Best Practice" program in health promotion and aging.
This program is aired on Think TV Network in the Dayton area on Channel 14 or 16 most mornings at several different times. It is broadcast in Cincinnati on CET.
Check your local listing and get moving!
Montgomery County Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group
Sponsored by: The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio at MVH
March 2014
Join us in the Maxon Parlor in the Weber Continuing Education Building at Miami Valley Hospital. We are located on the ground floor.
Call with questions or for directions. 937-208-4194 (Barb Etter)
www.mcstrokesupport.blogspot.com
Weather Advisory: If you think the road or weather is to dangerous to be out – PLEASE, do not come to the meeting. We will closely monitor the weather but use your best judgment. Check the local TV channels for cancellation notices.
2014 Schedule
March 20, April 24 (last Thursday of month), May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21, September 18, October 30 (last Thursday of month), November/December to be scheduled
6:30 PM – 8 PM
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Any ideas for future meetings? Let us know and we will see about arranging speakers. Looking forward to seeing you at the meeting. Your Support Group Team
Barb 208-4194 Ramona 208-2746 Michele 208-6277 Sue Susan Erin
