More than 4,200 walkers raised over $470,000 during the ten Northwest Ohio Walks to End Alzheimer’s this fall…a new record! The Walks are the largest annual fundraisers for the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chap- ter, enabling it to provide educational programs, respite, support and other services in local com- munities. Contributions also directly support im- portant research into the diagnosis, treatment and cure of the disease. Walkers personally embraced their fundraising mission, as evidenced by the fantastic total raised and the comments that they made. De Johnson, captain of the All Pauline’s Children team in Defiance, the top team throughout all the Northwest Ohio Walks, said, “We come together as one to beat Alzheimer’s. I know what it is like to lose my mom to this disease, and I walk for my nieces, nephews and the next generations so they never have to go through what I did.” “I have seen all the wonderful things the Alzheimer’s Association does for people,” she added, “and I want to say thank you. You help make things easier for people when life seems so down.” “I walk in honor of my grandparents, Ray and Jean Cox,” explained Brad Cox of team Ray’s Rugrats, which participated in the Toledo Walk for the 11th year and was the third highest fundraising team in Northwest Ohio. “It was amazing to see our family and friends all unite for a common cause. We lost my grandfather to Alzheimer’s several years ago, and the pain that it caused our entire family to watch him slip away over the years he battled the disease is something no family should ever have to experience. My grandma kept him at home as long as possible, and with the help of many programs the Alzheim- er’s Association provides, she was able to be an amazing provider for his needs. I miss my grandpa every day and our family has committed to doing everything we can to help provide ourselves and our children a world without Alzheimer’s.” (For a list of the top teams at all the Walks, see page 2.) “I am a member of Team Legacy at The Heritage in Findlay as well as a member of the Walk planning committee, and have been partici- pating in the Walks since 2006,” said Mollie Zinser. “I had always walked for the residents in the communities where I worked, but my granddad passed in 2012 with Alzheimer’s and the Walk took on a different meaning for me. I support the Alzheimer’s Association because we need to expand research and find a cure, but the only way to make this happen is if we all join in support of raising funds for that purpose.” “In addition to raising money, we support the Alzheimer’s Association and Walk to help build community awareness and to recognize that there is a support system available to those in need,” explained Paige York, captain of Team ReVision, which participated in the Mansfield Walk. Sincere thanks Salli Bollin, Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, said, “There are so many people to thank for the fantastic suc- cess of our 2013 Walks, such as our corporate sponsors, whose financial support and community visibility encouraged many people to participate in the Walks.” (See list of the 2013 Walk corporate sponsors on page 3.) “We also want to publicly recognize and thank all the members of the various planning committees, whose inspiration, energy and commitment to the Walks produced events which were success- ful, informative and meaningful. Quite frankly, the Walks would not have happened without their time and talents.” “Of course, we offer our most heartfelt thanks to the Team Captains and Walkers who participated in all of our important events,” Bollin added. “It was truly awesome to see the massive wave of purple t-shirts at each Walk and the colorful and meaningful promise garden flowers rolling to- gether in support of the Chapter’s essential work throughout 24 counties in Northwest Ohio. Their efforts, and the contributions of their families, friends and supporters, made our ten 2013 Walks the most financially successful and most aware- ness-building Walks ever. This enables us to con- tinue to provide our local, regional and national programs, services and advocacy efforts on behalf of those impacted by the disease. Furthermore, we can assist funding research efforts which we hope will lead to an end of Alzheimer’s disease.” “On behalf of all of us at the Alzheimer’s Associa- tion, Northwest Ohio Chapter, and the thousands of people we are privileged to serve, we thank all those who helped make our 2013 Walks be fantas- tic successes.” Registration and information about the 2014 Walks will be available at www.alz.org/nwohio/walk. Published for our donors, volunteers, advocates and friends in the Alzheimer’s community www.alz.org/nwohio 1-800-272-3900 Northwest Ohio Chapter Winter 2014 Northwest Ohio Walks to End Alzheimer’s raise highest donations ever In This Issue Top Walk Teams 2 Walk Corporate Sponsors 3 News 4 Education Programs 5 – 6 Professional Education 7 Caregiver Groups 8 Tributes, Memorials, Contributions 9 – 10 Quick Reference Calendar 11 Research 12 All Pauline’s Children finished as the highest fundraising team throughout Northwest Ohio. By the Numbers Ashland $13,611 Bryan $18,810 Defiance $59,576 Findlay $51,498 Lima $43,667 Mansfield $36,405 Mount Vernon $38,050 Sandusky $27,814 Tiffin $35,583 Toledo $145,575
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More than 4,200 walkers raised over $470,000 during the ten Northwest Ohio Walks to End Alzheimer’s this fall…a new record! The Walks are the largest annual fundraisers for the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chap-ter, enabling it to provide educational programs, respite, support and other services in local com-munities. Contributions also directly support im-portant research into the diagnosis, treatment and cure of the disease.Walkers personally embraced their fundraising mission, as evidenced by the fantastic total raised and the comments that they made.De Johnson, captain of the All Pauline’s Children team in Defiance, the top team throughout all the Northwest Ohio Walks, said, “We come together as one to beat Alzheimer’s. I know what it is like to lose my mom to this disease, and I walk for my nieces, nephews and the next generations so they never have to go through what I did.”“I have seen all the wonderful things the Alzheimer’s Association does for people,” she added, “and I want to say thank you. You help make things easier for people when life seems so down.”“I walk in honor of my grandparents, Ray and Jean Cox,” explained Brad Cox of team Ray’s Rugrats, which participated in the Toledo Walk for the 11th year and was the third highest fundraising team in Northwest Ohio.“It was amazing to see our family and friends all unite for a common cause. We lost my grandfather to Alzheimer’s several years ago, and the pain that it caused our entire family to watch him slip away over the years he battled the disease is something no family should ever have to experience. My grandma kept him at home as long as possible, and with the help of many programs the Alzheim-er’s Association provides, she was able to be an amazing provider for his needs. I miss my grandpa
every day and our family has committed to doing everything we can to help provide ourselves and our children a world without Alzheimer’s.” (For a list of the top teams at all the Walks, see page 2.)“I am a member of Team Legacy at The Heritage in Findlay as well as a member of the Walk planning committee, and have been partici-pating in the Walks since 2006,” said Mollie Zinser. “I had always walked for the residents in the communities where I worked, but my granddad passed in 2012 with Alzheimer’s and the Walk took on a different meaning for me. I
support the Alzheimer’s Association because we need to expand research and find a cure, but the only way to make this happen is if we all join in support of raising funds for that purpose.”“In addition to raising money, we support the Alzheimer’s Association and Walk to help build community awareness and to recognize that there is a support system available to those in need,” explained Paige York, captain of Team ReVision, which participated in the Mansfield Walk.
Sincere thanksSalli Bollin, Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, said, “There are so many people to thank for the fantastic suc-cess of our 2013 Walks, such as our corporate sponsors, whose financial support and community visibility encouraged many people to participate in the Walks.” (See list of the 2013 Walk corporate sponsors on page 3.)“We also want to publicly recognize and thank all the members of the various planning committees, whose inspiration, energy and commitment to the Walks produced events which were success-ful, informative and meaningful. Quite frankly, the Walks would not have happened without their time and talents.”“Of course, we offer our most heartfelt thanks to the Team Captains and Walkers who participated in all of our important events,” Bollin added. “It was truly awesome to see the massive wave of purple t-shirts at each Walk and the colorful and meaningful promise garden flowers rolling to-gether in support of the Chapter’s essential work throughout 24 counties in Northwest Ohio. Their efforts, and the contributions of their families, friends and supporters, made our ten 2013 Walks the most financially successful and most aware-ness-building Walks ever. This enables us to con-tinue to provide our local, regional and national
programs, services and advocacy efforts on behalf of those impacted by the disease. Furthermore, we can assist funding research efforts which we hope will lead to an end of Alzheimer’s disease.”“On behalf of all of us at the Alzheimer’s Associa-tion, Northwest Ohio Chapter, and the thousands of people we are privileged to serve, we thank all those who helped make our 2013 Walks be fantas-tic successes.”Registration and information about the 2014 Walks will be available at www.alz.org/nwohio/walk.
Published for our donors, volunteers, advocatesand friends in the Alzheimer’s community
www.alz.org/nwohio1-800-272-3900
Northwest Ohio Chapter Winter 2014
Northwest Ohio Walks to End Alzheimer’s raise highest donations ever
In This Issue
Top Walk Teams 2
Walk Corporate Sponsors 3
News 4
Education Programs 5 – 6
Professional Education 7
Caregiver Groups 8
Tributes, Memorials, Contributions 9 – 10
Quick Reference Calendar 11
Research 12
All Pauline’s Children finished as the highest fundraising team throughout Northwest Ohio.
By the Numbers
Ashland $13,611
Bryan $18,810
Defiance $59,576
Findlay $51,498
Lima $43,667
Mansfield $36,405
Mount Vernon $38,050
Sandusky $27,814
Tiffin $35,583
Toledo $145,575
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AshlandFamily Teams
1. Barbara’s Buddies2. Jenice Gallaway3. Team Brubeck
Corporate Teams1. WIL Research2. Kelly’s Klan3. Close Shave
DefianceFamily Teams
1. All Pauline’s Children2. Grandma’s Alz-Stars3. Rocco’s Team
Corporate Teams1. Friends for a Cure2. Brookview Healthcare Center3. Allcaring Home Health Services
FindlayFamily Teams
1. Prichard’s Walkers2. Wayne’s Warriors3. Rita’s Rock Stars
Corporate Teams1. Birchaven2. Memory Marchers3. Oiler Pride
LimaFamily Teams
1. Mary Rita’s Gang2. Walking for Dean3. Doing it for Dora
Corporate Teams1. Team HCF2. Area Agency on Aging 33. New Creation Walkers
MansfieldFamily Teams
1. Walt Bishop Team2. Team Mary Milliron3. Remembering Marilyn
Corporate Teams1. MedCentral2. Mid-Ohio Home Health3. ReVision
Mount VernonFamily Teams
1. Team Mama2. Delz Angels3. Dot’s Forget-Me-Nots
Corporate Teams1. Wiggle Works2. Acclaim Hospice Hikers3. Emeritus at HillenVale
SanduskyFamily Teams
1. Pfeff’s Crew2. The “A” Team3. Sue Daugherty’s Team
Corporate Teams1. Norwalk Memorial Home2. Firelands Regional Medical Center3. Common’s Crew
TiffinFamily Teams
1. Kuhn-Shelton Team2. Team Kortlandt3. Fishes for Memories
Corporate Teams1. Sandusky County Board DD2. St. Francis Senior Ministries3. Westbrook
ToledoFamily Teams
1. Ray’s Rugrats2. Em & Em’s Entourage3. Team Susan Kenny
Corporate Teams1. Senior Star at West Park Place2. HCR ManorCare3. Dana
Erie • Fulton • Hancock • Hardin • Henry Huron • Knox • Lucas • Mercer • Ottawa • Paulding Putnam • Richland • Sandusky • Seneca • Van Wert
Williams • Wood • Wyandot
Approximately 38,000 individuals have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease in this area.
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BronzeAltercare of BucyrusAtrium Living Centers - DarlingtonAtrium Living Centers - Lexington Court Ballas Buick GMCBarnes Wendling CPA’s Inc.Black Diamond Lawn & GardenBoliantz Hardware, Inc.Central Ohio Mat CompanyCES Credit UnionCharitable Italian American OrganizationCiralsky & AssociatesCroghan Colonial BankCustom Machine Inc.Defiance Hearing Aid Center, Inc.Discount Mail & PrintingFairlawn Retirement CommunityFindlay Inn & Conference CenterFirst Federal Bank of the MidwestFraternal Order of Police Lake Erie Lodge #17Foundation Park Alzheimer’s Care CenterGeneral Motors, LLCInstitutional Care PharmacyJeep Country Federal Credit UnionKrill Funeral HomeLaRiche Toyota-Subaru, Inc.Lexington Kiwanis ClubLittle Caesar’s PizzaMajaac, Inc.Norwalk Memorial HomeNW Ohio Building Trades CouncilO.E. Meyer Co.Ohio LogisticsOregon ClinicP.T. Services/Optima Rehabilitation, Inc.Parkvue PlacePort Lawrence Title
PotashCorpPry Professional GroupReineke Family DealershipsRichland BankRolls-Royce Employee Charity & Civic FundRudolph Foods CompanyRudy’s Hot Dog (Orchard Centre Drive)Saneholtz-McKarns, Inc.Schmidt Security ProSharpnack Ford, Inc.Spangler Candy CompanySutton BankThe Carraige House The Hubbard CompanyTiell Financial GroupTLC TransportationTom Ahl Family of DealershipsValPak of NW OhioVillage Pizza HouseVisiting Nurse AssociationWhirlpool Corporation
FriendAber’s Crane Service Ashland Area Council for Economic Development Aspen Grove Assisted LivingAutumnwood Care CenterBaumann Chevrolet Buick GMC Inc.Beck Suppliers, Inc.Brian E. Garrison DDS, Inc. Bryan Ford LincolnChiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation ServicesChristian Home Care LLC Clouse ConstructionColdwell Banker- Ward Real Estate, Inc. Coppus MotorsCousino Harris Disaster Kleenup of NW Ohio, LLCDairy Queen- Mansfield Ewald FurnitureExpress OfficeFirelands Regional Medical CenterFirst Federal Bank of the MidwestHosler-Corbin Insurance Agency, Inc.LublinSussman Group, LLPMechanics Bank Midwest Community Federal Credit UnionNancy McKeen North Star Bluescope SteelOberlin-Turnbull Funeral HomeOhio Automotive Supply Co.Paulding County Senior CenterServiceMaster CleanSouthern Care Hospice Superior UniformsTeamsters Local 20 - Teamsters CareThe Sherwood State BankTitan Tire Corporation of BryanUAW Local 14Visiting AngelsWerlor Waste Control
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Thanks to Senior Star at West Park Place, which not only was a $5,000 Corporate Sponsor for the Toledo Walk, but also had a team that raised over $12,700!
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Have questions about aging and memory changes?Join the Alzheimer’s Association and Serving Our Seniors in Erie County for an informal conversation about aging and memory changes with Program Coordinator, Brenda Hendricks. This program is offered on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Please call 1-800-272-3900 or Serving Our Seniors, 1-800-564-1856, for more information and meeting time/location.
We are in need of dedicated volunteers to help us further our mission! If you are interested in helping out in our Adult Day Center (Toledo), becoming an Advocate, joining our Speaker’s Bureau (Findlay), Caring Companions (Mansfield), facilitating a caregiver group, or joining a
Walk to End Alzheimer’s committee, please let us know by calling 1-800-272-3900 or visiting www.alz.org/nwohio to learn about all of our volunteer opportunities and fill out an interest form.
Moonglow: Join us at the
Toledo Repertoire Theatre from May 8-11 (Mother’s Day weekend) for a play that addresses issues of
Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer’s Association will offer CE’s to activity
specialists, nurses, and social workers. Tickets can be purchased by calling
419-243-9277 or www.toledorep.org.
Continuing its mission of providing current and important information to professional and family caregivers throughout the region, the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter presented a professional education program in Lima this past October. This conference addressed the issue of “When It’s Not Alzheimer’s Disease: Caring for Different Types of Dementia.”“Dementia is a very broad term, and there are increasingly more people getting diagnosed with other types of dementia than Alzheimer’s disease,” noted Linda Pollitz, LSW, program manager at the Lima office of the Alzheimer’s Associa-tion, Northwest Ohio Chapter. “We are pleased to provide professional and family caregivers the information they need.” The keynote speaker at the conference was Clarissa Rentz, MSN, PRN, a clini-cal nurse specialist in gerontological, mental health and psychiatric nursing. Rentz told the gathering of healthcare professionals why an accurate diagno-sis of dementia can improve the care an individual receives. She also offered specific strategies for care and support for affected persons and their family members.One of the panel discussion participants was Tracie Steele, a support group leader and a caregiver for her husband Steve, who has frontotemporal dementia. Steele gave attendees her personally developed caregiver tips, including making the best decision for the whole family, taking time for yourself, and accepting help from others.The Alzheimer’s Association routinely answers questions and provides informa-tion, support, and assistance to those impacted by other types of dementia, such as vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, frontotemporal dementia (FTD), mixed dementia, and other less common dementias. For more information, please give us a call at 1-800-272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/dementia.
18th Annual Geriatric SymposiumThe Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter is co-sponsoring a conference on Dementia: An Update on Evaluation and Treatment with the University of Toledo Center for Successful Aging. In addition to local speakers, Dr. Bruno Giordani from the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (MADC), and Dr. Bar-bara Messinger Rapport, Director of the Center for Geriatric Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic, will be presenting. CE’s will be provided. For a complete brochure and to register see cme.utoledo.edu under “Upcoming Events”.
Perrysburg: Friday, March 7, 8:00 a.m. — 4:15 p.m.
Hilton Garden Inn, Levis Commons
The Alzheimer’s Associa-tion, Northwest Ohio Chapter celebrated the 20th anniversary of offering Adult Day Services on December 11, 2013 at its Annual Meeting. Awards were distributed to Billie Johnson, Executive Director of the Area Office on Aging of Northwest-ern Ohio, Inc. (pictured left with Salli Bollin) and Robert Dennie, Executive Director of Lutheran Home at Toledo, for their support of individuals
diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia and their caregivers. Former Board President Matt Caputo, who served during the opening of the Reynolds Road Adult Day Center, shared stories with the crowd. Over 1,930 families have utilized the service since 1993. For more information on the Adult Day Center, please call 1-800-272-3900.
The Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter would also like to thank the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. for the 2013 Project Collaboration Award. The Chapter is proud to be a shared space partner at Hawkins Corner, located at 2131 Park Av-enue West in Ontario, OH.
Thanks to our Community Partners!
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2445 Monroe StreetMeet Me at TMA and A Brush with Art are free monthly programs, held on Fridays and Saturdays. Co-sponsored with the Toledo Museum of Art, they are designed to provide fun, meaningful experiences for visitors with mild memory loss. Friends and family are welcome to accom-
pany the visitor. Meet Me at TMA provides an interactive tour of selected works from the Museum collection, led by trained docents. A Brush with Art adds hands-on experiences. Meet at the Information Desk, just inside the Grove Place entrance to the main Museum building. Galleries are fully accessible, and wheel-chairs are available at no charge. The entrance and main parking lot are on Grove Place. Parking is free for TMA members and $5 for non-members. Financial assistance is available for parking for those in need. Registration is requested, especially for A Brush with Art so that we may prepare supplies. For more infor-mation or to register, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
TransitionsIndividuals with early stage memory loss, with their families and friends, are invited to attend the following monthly programs for social and educational opportunities and group sharing. Persons who are experiencing forgetfulness, mild confusion, or difficulty finding the right words are most likely to benefit. Registration is requested. Call 1-800-272-3900.
Toledo: Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Mind Works: 2nd Wednesday every month***, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Brain stimulating games in a fun, non-competitive environment.
Art Café: 3rd Wednesday every month***, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Join area artist Jan Revill for fine art options or choose to create a “Make & Take,” or help cre-ate an “Unfrogettable” mosaic community piece. No art experience needed.
Transitions: Last Thursday every month***, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Educational and support meetings with varied topics.
Bowling Green: Location varies by activity. Call Wood County Committee on Aging at 1-800-367-4935.2nd Tuesday every month, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Defiance: St. John’s Catholic Church, Downstairs meeting room, 510 Jackson Street
4th Monday every month***, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Findlay: The Family Center, 1800 North Blanchard Street, Room 119Mind Works: Last Thursday every month***, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.Brain-stimulating games in a fun, non-competitive environment.
Transitions: 2nd Friday every month***, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Lima: Market Street Presbyterian Church, Room 209, 2nd Floor, 1100 Market Street2nd Tuesday every month***, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Mansfield/Ontario: Area Agency on Aging at Hawkins Corner, 2131 Park Avenue West3rd Wednesday every month, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Sandusky: Erie County Services Building, 2900 Columbus Avenue3rd Thursday every month, 11:00 a.m. – Noon
***Starred programs have a suggested program fee of $5. No one is excluded for inability to pay.
Meet Me at TMA and A Brush with Art Meet Me at TMA, first Saturday of every month, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. January 4, “Dragon Hunt” Discover dragons in art from ancient to modern times.
February 1, “Music Paints a Picture” You can almost hear the music emitting from the works of art.
March 1, “Ancient Greek and Roman Mythology” Investigate stories and characters from ancient Greece and Rome portrayed in art.
April 5, “Jewish Art” Discover how Judaism is depicted in art.
May 3, “Spanish Art” Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the TMA by exploring works of Spanish artists.
A Brush with Art, second Friday of every month, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. January 10, Topic: Chinese art Activity: Tai Chi
February 14, Topic: Art of the Dance Activity: Ballroom Dancing
March 14, Topic: Gardens and Plants Exhibition Activity: Paper making with seeds
April 11, Topic: Symbolism in Art Activity: Scavenger Hunt
A Visit from the Toledo Metroparks – Plants and Their PlacesLearn about our native wildflowers from a staff member of the Toledo Area Metroparks.
Toledo: Friday, March 2, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Penguin Preview (at the monthly Transitions meeting)
Join Toledo Zoo staff as we get a preview and update on the new Penguin Exhibit that will open this summer. Enjoy an interactive presentation with snacks and camaraderie. Please register by January 21. Call 1-800-272-3900.
Toledo: Thursday, January 30, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Theater Improv ActivitiesWorkshop on improvisation and acting techniques, designed for persons with mild memory loss from Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Lots of fun!
Come to the “Cabaret”Watch the students perform “Cabaret” at the University of Toledo Center for Performing Arts Theatre.For tickets and more information, visit www.utoledo.tix.com or call 419-530-2375.
Toledo: Sunday, April 13, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Center Theatre, UT Center for Performing Arts, West entrance to UT off Secor Road, at the corner of Towerview Blvd and Campus Drive West
Toledo: Friday, January 17, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Bowling Green: Thursday, February 13, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Dow Jones Wall Street Journal, 1100 Brim Road
Meet Me at The Wall Street Journal Did you know that the Dow Jones Wall Street Journal is printed and distributed in Bowling Green, Ohio? Get a first-hand look at printing operations on this 30-45 minute walking tour. Located near the north end of the Wood County Fairgrounds. Enter building through the front door and meet in the lunch room. Dessert and coffee will follow the tour at a local restaurant. Registration is required. Call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
Living with Alzheimer’s: For People with Alzheimer’s or a Related DementiaThis is a multi-part series discussing memory loss, everyday coping skills, building a support system and hope. It is intended to support and educate the person who has memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Although friends and family are very welcome as guests and learners, those who are not accompanied by someone who has a memory loss condition will be better served by attending programs for caregivers. The March series is co-sponsored with Wood County Hospital.
Bowling Green: Thursdays, March 6, 13, and 20, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Wood County Hospital, 950 West Wooster Street. Please use conference entrance in rear of hospital.
Toledo: Thursdays, April 3, 10, 17, and 24, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
I Have Memory Changes: What Do I Need to Know?A comprehensive overview of memory loss, what is normal, what is not, and how the changes affect everyday life. Persons with mild memory impairment and those who have been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder are especially encouraged to attend.
Bowling Green: Wednesday, February 19, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Wood County Committee on Aging, 305 North Main Street
Toledo: Tuesday, March 4, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Early Stage Memory Loss Programs
Experience the TheaterMeet at the Alzheimer’s Association for a collaboration with the University of Toledo, Department of Theatre and Film. Associate lecturer Irene Alby and students will demonstrate and lead programs that explore the world of theater.
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Lifestyle for a Healthy BrainIncreasing evidence shows that healthy lifestyle habits, such as being physically and mentally active, eating a healthy diet, and staying socially involved, contribute to healthy ag-ing. This program will focus on simple lifestyle changes that may have a positive impact on one’s brain health.
Loudonville: Wednesday, February 5, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.Loudonville Public Library, 122 East Main Street
Van Wert: Thursday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. – Noon Van Wert County Council on Aging, 220 Fox Road
Findlay: Thursday, February 20, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Legacy at Heritage Estates, 2820 Greenacre Drive
Fremont: Tuesday, February 25, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Bethany Place, 916 North Street
Green Springs: Tuesday, March 25, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Elmwood Healthcare Center at the Springs, 430 North Broadway
Curious About the Aging Brain?Take an easy-to-understand “tour” of the brain, explained with an interactive diagram of brain parts and how they work (and sometimes don’t work) as we age. Learn how changes affect our memory and other brain abilities. Co-sponsored with Serving Our Seniors. Call SOS at 419-624-8176. Reservations of 25 or more are needed to avoid cancellation.
Huron: Wednesday, January 22, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Huron Library, 333 Williams Street
Sandusky: Wednesday, January 22, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Sandusky Library, 114 West Adams Street
Living with Alzheimer’s: A Series for CaregiversThis series will focus on issues relevant to families beginning to encounter Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, or who are looking for additional information. Topics include symptoms, diagno-sis, risk factors, behaviors, personality changes, medications, home and facility care, legal and financial information related to dementia, and available community services.
Toledo: Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Sylvania: Tuesdays, February 11, 18, 25, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Kingston Residence of Sylvania, 1425 King Road
Toledo: Tuesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Meaningful Communication and InteractionsWhen someone you know develops Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, you may need to learn a whole new way to communicate. This program will provide practical tips and insights in order to connect meaningfully.
Bellevue: Thursday, February 13, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. The Willows at Bellevue, 101 Auxiliary Drive
“Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter” - Film Viewing and DiscussionThis Academy Award nominated film documents a mother’s Alzheimer’s disease and her daughter’s response to the changes. An authentic chronicle, this film is informative, entertaining, and presented with profound insight and a dose of humor. Families dealing with dementia or behavioral symptoms, or considering placement in a long-term care facility will want to see this film. A discussion will follow the film viewing.
Toledo: Thursday, March 20, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Sanger Branch Public Library, 3030 West Central Avenue
Understanding Memory Changes: What’s Normal, What’s Not?If you would like to learn more about memory changes or are concerned about your own or someone else’s memory, this program will interest you. Factors that can affect memory, treatable causes of memory loss, and techniques to maintain and improve memory will also be discussed.
Toledo: Thursday, February 20, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Point Place Public Library, 2727 117th Street
Forest: Thursday, March 6, 11:00 a.m. - Noon Forest Jackson Public Library, 102 West Lima
Findlay: Tuesday, April 15, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sterling House of Findlay, 725 Fox Run Road
Hands-On Education for Family CaregiversLearn about giving care to someone who needs hands-on assistance. We will share proper techniques and allow participants to practice what they have learned. Topics covered include positioning, bathing, assistance with eating, and how dementia affects care. This program is co-sponsored with Hospice of Northwest Ohio.
Toledo: Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road n Wednesday, February 12, 10:00 a.m. – Noon or n Saturday, February 15, 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Communication, Life Stories and Behaviors A discussion about dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, the changes and communication tips will be featured. There will be an emphasis on understanding how the person’s life story affects behaviors and can be utilized to cope with difficult situations.
Ottawa: Thursday, March 13, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Putnam County Library, 136 Putnam Parkway
RDAD Groups Reducing Disabilities in Alzheimer’s Disease (RDAD) is a program which combines gentle exercise with caregiver education and support. RDAD is a 15-session program. To be involved in this program, the person with memory loss and caregiver must both participate. Both persons will learn enjoyable, simple exercises and the caregivers will learn strategies for coping with changes. Pre-registration is required for this free program, which begins February 4. Call 1-800-272-3900.
Toledo: Oakleaf Village, 4220 North Holland-Sylvania Road
Family & Community Education Programs
Afternoon Out Club This is a social time for individuals in any stage of memory loss, along with their family or friends. Participants enjoy reminiscing, sharing their experiences, interests, and hobbies, in an informal relaxed atmosphere. Light refreshments are served. Reservations are requested. Call 419-522-5050 or 1-800-272-3900.
Mansfield/Ontario: Second Thursday Every Month, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.Area Agency on Aging at Hawkins Corner, 2131 Park Avenue West
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Family & Community Education Programs
Friendship and DementiaSometimes we wonder how to maintain friendships or form new relationships with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. This program will discuss the importance of friendship and give tips on how to be a good friend.
Paulding: Wednesday, March 26, 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Paulding Senior Center, 401 East Jackson Street
Safety Issues: Living Alone, Driving and Home SafetyTopics include issues such as assessment of living situations, driving safety, handling of foods and medications, gun safety, getting lost, and community resources.
Toledo: Wednesday, April 23, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection MattersThis program will cover basics such as the
10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and
other dementias, the difference between
normal aging and dementia, as well as tips for
maintaining brain health.
Mount Vernon: Thursday, January 16, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. The Living Center, 201 North Main Street
Findlay: Tuesday, January 21, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sterling House of Findlay, 725 Fox Run Road
Tiffin: Thursday, January 23, 11:00 - 11:30 a.m. Seneca County Commission on Aging, 382 South Huron Street
Kenton: Wednesday, February 19, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Hardin County Council on Aging, 100 Memorial Avenue
Upper Sandusky: Thursday, February 20, 11:30 a.m. – Noon Wyandot County Council on Aging, 127 South Sandusky Street
Upper Sandusky: Wednesday, April 16, 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. Wyandot Senior Village , 300 Highland Parkway
Van Wert: Wednesday, April 16, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Van Wert County Council on Aging, 220 Fox Road
Defiance: Monday, April 28, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. GlenPark of Defiance, 2429 William A Diehl Court
Paulding: Wednesday, April 30, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Paulding County Senior Center, 401 East Jackson Street
Mansfield/Ontario: Tuesday, April 29, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Area Agency on Aging at Hawkins Corner, 2131 Park Avenue West
Professional Education
Ethical Decisions, Spirituality and DementiaFor many people with Alzheimer’s disease, participating in spiritual activities was an integral part of life. Continued spiritual support throughout the course of the disease can provide great comfort and meaning. Ethical decisions must be made, even though there may not be a clear choice. This program will begin to address these issues and provide an opportunity for support and discussion. 2 CEU clock hours for social workers. Nurses may use SW CE. The cost is $20. To register, call 1-800-272-3900. Limited seating.
Toledo: Thursday, January 30, 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Toledo: Alzheimer’s Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road n Wednesday, January 15, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. n Thursday, February 13, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. n Tuesday, March 11, 10:00 a.m. - Noon n Tuesday, April 15, 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. n Wednesday, May 21, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. *
*Please bring your own lunch
The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s DiseaseIf someone you are caring for or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia, this program can help. It will provide information on detection, causes and risk factors, disease progression, treatment, and much more. The cost is $15. 2 CEU clock hours for social workers. Nurses may use SW CE. RSVP is requested but not required. Call 1-800-272-3900.
Understanding Behavior as Communication: Listen to What I Am DoingIncludes an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, along with examining and understanding just what the individual with dementia may be communicating. This 2-hour program is designed for professional caregivers in settings such as adult day centers, senior housing, senior centers, assisted living facilities, nursing homes and in-home care. 2 CEU clock hours for social workers. Nurses may use SW CE. The cost is $20. RSVP is requested but not required. Call 1-800-272-3900.
Upper Sandusky: Wednesday, February 26, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Fairhaven Community (lunch will be provided), Gathering Place, 850 Marseilles Avenue
Lima: Thursday, May 15, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Alzheimer’s Association in PSA3, 200 East High Street, 2nd Floor
Coldwater: Wednesday, March 19, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Mercer County Community Hospital, 800 West Main Street, Meeting Room 1
A Smorgasbord of Dietary Suggestions for Quality Dementia CareThis program “serves up” suggestions for creating a supportive, enjoyable dining atmosphere for someone experiencing changes due to some type of dementia. Bring your own lunch. 2 CEU clock hours for social workers. Nurses may use SW CE. The cost is $20. To register, call 1-800-272-3900.
Sandusky: Friday, March 21, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Firelands Regional Medical Center – South Campus, 1912 Hayes Avenue
Defiance: Friday, April 4, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Defiance Regional Medical Center – Maumee Room, 1200 Ralston Avenue
Mansfield Education Conference A Closer Look at Dementia Care: Examining Different Types of Dementia, Medications, and Coping SkillsKeynote speaker Alan Lerner, MD, Professor of Neurology, Case Western Reserve University, will discuss Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders with an emphasis on frontotemporal (FTD) and Lewy Body dementias. Dr. Lerner’s presentation will be followed by two sessions: one on commonly used medications in the treatment of dementia and the other session giving practical ideas for coping throughout the disease process.
Mansfield/Ontario: Thursday, June 26 , 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, 2131 Park Avenue West, Suite 100.
Please use the conference room front entrance.
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ALLEN COUNTYBluffton3rd Monday of every month at 3:30 p.m.Mennonite Memorial Home410 West Elm (conference room)Facilitators: Tricia Herrmann, Emily Koogler,419-358-1015
Lima1st Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.Elmcroft of Lima2075 N. Eastown RoadFacilitator: Amy Fleming, 419-331-2442
Lima4th Thursday of every month at 2 p.m.Lima Convalescent Home1650 Allentown Rd.Facilitators: Amy Jacquay, Melinda Smith,419-224-9741
ASHLAND COUNTYAshland3rd Thursday of every month at 7 p.m.Brethren Care Village2000 Center StreetFacilitator: Connie Butler, 419-289-1585
Loudonville1st Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m.Colonial Manor, conference room747 S. Mount Vernon Ave.Facilitator: Rachel Cammuse, 419-994-4191
AUGLAIZE COUNTYSt. Mary’s4th Thursday of every month at 1 p.m.Otterbein - St. Mary’s Campus Centermeeting room, 11230 State Route 364Facilitators: Tiffany Burden, Jamie Goecke,419-394-2366
CRAWFORD COUNTYBucyrus3rd Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m.Altercare of Bucyrus1929 WhetstoneFacilitator: Wendy Cline, 419-562-7644
DEFIANCE COUNTYDefiance1st Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m.Defiance Senior Center140 East BroadwayFacilitators: Karen Haaser, Pat Wagner,419-782-3257. Respite and transportation is available with prior arrangements, please call if needed.
ERIE COUNTYSandusky1st Tuesday of every month at 9 a.m.St. Stephen United Church of Christ,905 E. Perkins Ave.Please use the rear entrance of the church. Facilitators: Holly Patsch, Jane Windisch, 419 -624-1171
FULTON COUNTYSwantonNo set meeting time.Contact Facilitator: Chris Cremean,419-825-1145
Wauseon 1st Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. Wauseon Senior Center240 Clinton StreetFacilitator: Beth Kramer, 419-250-0772
HANCOCK COUNTYFindlayLast Friday of every month at 9:30 a.m.Birchaven Retirement Village15100 Birchaven (Wenner Conference Room)Facilitator: Mike Thompson, 419-425-3233
Findlay 2nd Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.Birchaven Condo Club House7113 Eastern Woods Parkway(on the right past Village)Facilitators: Sandy Siebenaller 440-541-8527 & Joyce Luzader 419-421-6704Respite care is available during both Birchhaven Findlay support group meetings. Please call one of the facilitators at least 24 hours in advance.
HARDIN COUNTYKenton3rd Thursday of every month at 2 p.m.Wilkinson-McVitty-Berlien Sr. Day Care Center100 Memorial Ave.Facilitator: Alice Johnson, 419-673-1482Respite care available.
HENRY COUNTYNapoleon2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.Riverview Terrace120 E. Maumee Ave.Facilitators: Mary Beth Royal and Cathy Mohr,419-653-4507Transportation is available.
HURON COUNTYNorwalkLast Wednesday of every month at 3:30 p.m.The Carriage House of Fisher-Titus Medical Center 175 Shady LaneGarden Level, Carriage House entranceFacilitators: Nancy Kaczor & Pam Roskovics,419-660-2117, ext. 6596
KNOX COUNTYMt. Vernon2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m.Emeritus at HillenVale 1615 Yauger RoadFacilitators: Joyce Thomas, 740-694-0823, call between 5-9 p.m., Debbie McLarnan, 740-393-0608, call after 2 p.m.
LUCAS COUNTYMaumee2nd Saturday of every month at 1:30 p.m.Scrambler Marie’s 570 Dussel Dr.Facilitators: Kathi Allen & Sue Blevins, 419-385-3958. Respite is available. Complimentary lunch is provided by Foundation Park Alzheimer’s Care Center.
Toledo 3rd Tuesday of every month at 1:30 p.m.Contact facilitator for location.Facilitator: Traci Holland, 419-537-1999
Toledo 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m.Alzheimer’s Association2500 N. Reynolds Rd.Facilitator: Beth Wong, 419-537-1999
Toledo3rd Thursday of every month at 10 a.m.Alzheimer’s Association2500 N. Reynolds RoadFacilitator: Bob Hausch, 419-537-1999Respite available. Call facilitator.
Toledo3rd Thursday of every month at 6 p.m.Parkcliffe Community, Building #2,4226 Parkcliffe LaneFacilitators: Diana Waugh & Jenny Bucher, 419-381-9447Light refreshments provided.
MERCER COUNTYCelina2nd Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m.Celina Manor1001 Myers RoadFacilitators: Yvonne Miller &Brenda Hoying, 419-586-6645
OTTAWA COUNTYOak HarborNo set meeting time.Contact Facilitator: Amy Simkus, 419-239-8235
Port Clinton2nd Monday of every month at 9 a.m.Magruder Hospital Conference Room615 Fulton St.Facilitators: Jody Strickling, 419-707-2682 & Marian Blevins, 419-656-8197
PAULDING COUNTYPauldingSecond Wednesday of every month at 1 p.m.Paulding County Senior Center401 East JacksonFacilitator: Rita Gross, 419-770-0355
PUTNAM COUNTYOttawa2nd Wednesday of every month at 2 p.m.Ottawa Senior Center1035 East Third St. Facilitator: Linda Pollitz, 419-227-9700, & Judy Kahle, 419-523-4121
RICHLAND COUNTYMansfield3rd Thursday of every month at 1 p.m.YMCA750 Scholl Rd.Facilitator: Kristine Gale, 419-522-5050
Mansfield1st Monday of every month at 7 p.m.The Waterford at Mansfield1296 S. Trimble Rd.Facilitator: Jill VonHaase 419-961-8521
Mansfield 4th Monday of every month at 1 p.m.Providence Baptist Church112 W. 6th St.Facilitators: Mary McDonald, 419-524-9032 or 419-522-3699, Ann Bishop, 419-526-0877
SANDUSKY COUNTYFremont2nd Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m.Memorial Hospital715 South Taft Avenue.(Take elevator to 1st floor; Chestnut Cafe, dining room A)Facilitators: Mary Arnold & Cheryl Miller, 419-332-2589
SENECA COUNTYFostoria3rd Friday of every month at 9 a.m.Good Shepherd Home725 Columbus Ave.Facilitators: Kathy Theis & Don Lee,419-937-1801
Tiffin2nd Thursday of every month at 7 p.m.St. Francis Home182 St. Francis AvenueFacilitator: Jessica Rogier, 419-447-2723
VAN WERT COUNTYVan Wert3rd Thursday of every month at 2 p.m.Hearth & Home at VanWert1118 Westwood Dr.Facilitator: Linda Pollitz, 419-227-9700
WILLIAMS COUNTYBryan 2nd Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.First Presbyterian Church506 Oxford DriveFacilitator: Donna Sprow, 419-636-3962
MontpelierLast Monday of every month at 9:30 a.m.Montpelier Senior Center325 North Jonesville Street Facilitator: Sarah Hahn, 419-636-5071
WOOD COUNTYBowling Green2nd Monday of every month at 2:30 p.m.BG Senior Center 305 N. Main Street Facilitator: David Buenting, 419 806-2039
Perrysburg2nd Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.Way Public Library101 E. Indiana Ave.Facilitator: Lynn Ritter, 419-537-1999
WYANDOT COUNTYUpper Sandusky3rd Tuesday of every month at 4 p.m.Fairhaven Community850 Marseilles AvenueFacilitator: Sandra Vent, 419-294-4973
Frontotemporal Dementia Support Group (Meets in Findlay)2nd Monday of every month6:30-8:00 p.m.St. Andrew United Methodist Church120 West Sandusky StreetPlease enter the front door on West Sandusky Street. Facilitator: Tracie Steele, 419-889-3448 & Linda Pollitz, 419-227-9700
For Men Only (Meets in Findlay)3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.First Lutheran Church109 E. Lincoln StreetFacilitators: Mike Thompson, 419-425-3233 & Paul Thompson, 419-423-5945
For Men Only (Meets in Toledo)1st Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m.Alzheimer’s Association2500 North Reynolds RoadFacilitator: Bob Hausch, 419-537-1999
Caregiver Groups The following caregiver groups are sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. These caregiver groups are free and open to the public. Registration is not required. However, it is suggested that you contact the facilitator of the group you plan to attend for the first time to confirm the time, place and date of the meeting. For more information on caregiver groups or other programs of the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, call 1-800-272-3900.
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All gifts, memorials, contributions and tributes received by the Northwest Ohio Chapter are gratefully acknowledged. Not only do they honor others in a special way but they enable us to fulfill our mission of education, family support, advocacy and research. Contributions received after publication will be acknowledged in the next issue of this newsletter.
MARIE BESTGary & Rita HakeKarl & Gretchen Mauerhan
FRED BIGGERRic EchlerMax & Connie GrantFamily of Robert & Viola HendersonJeff & Kelly HephnerMontpelier Eagles AuxLeroy ReiningerJim & Kay RockeyJohn & Tamy SchumanWomen of the Moose – Montpelier Chapter #270Alan & Shela Word
MARILYN BOLINGM/M Albert Sigg
LINDA BOWLBYDale & Janice AuckMitchell & Sharon BauerSusan CladyAlena FoxJames & Martha FriddleTroy GillilandJudy HolzmillerBill & Dolores MarquartMarvin & Gloria NelsonPietist Christian Women’s FellowshipR. RiegelEllie SchieferGreg & Verna SchiferMargaret ThorntonWynford High & Junior High School Staff
BARBARA BREINICKSt. John’s Jesuit Care Group
JOSEPHINE “JOEY” BROWNSam & Joan BensonNeighborhood of Mr. & Mrs. Brown
VERLIN (TONY) WAGNERSteve & Jeannette BatesonRyan CrawfordBrad & Susan DealCharles & Rita KreinbihlHelen MarriottMassMutual Agents Assoc.Greg & Becky ReinhartMildred WinkleWFIN/WKXA/The Fox Radio
JEAN ALICE WAGONERLarry & Carol Queenan
DONALD WALKERMarci BlankenshipSally Blue Sandy DeckerJeff & Laura GordonMike & Kathy GrossRoger & Sharon MowryMary Ann RobertsonBill & Pat SchmidtJoyce WagnerWilbur J. Walker & Family in CaliforniaRobert Weaver
PEGGY WEARJim & Sue Kurtz
RUTH A. WEAVERFishers Foods Employee Civic Fund
CHARLES WILLIAMSBarbara BlickensderferLinda DetwilerRoger & Dianne FinlayKaren HamrickDale & Kyle HuvlerHarry & Connie KloosJames Prater – CORE of OEAElizabeth RameySkip & Glenna ReaRiver View High School Faculty & StaffKen & Becky ThompsonTuesday Swing GroupSam Williams
MARGARET WOLFORDRuth A. LoarLorraine Ross & FamilyJim & Brenda Webb & Family
MARY LOU WORTMANElizabeth DayFleetmaster
JIM YARKC. William & Martha BairBallas Buick GMCMichael & Janice BarchickBasney ImportsBill DeFouw ChevroletBlock Communications, Inc.BMW Financial ServicesAnnette BoiceDave & Donna BlyWilliam & Nancy Ciralsky & FamilyTimothy & Sandra ClymerTom & Cheryl DraheimEthos Group, Inc.Charles & Mary Pat GilsdorfHuck & Julie HayesCarl & Margaret HedlundWilliam HeywoodNorman & Carolyn HoytGordon & Susie HuffordGeorge IsaacZac IsaacElwood & Harriet JanneyJohn & Friends at 13abcRobert KelleherM/M Edward KochalskiBradley KriegerBuzz & Linda LiberTim Mathews & Mathews Ford OregonMichael & Kelly McCulloughNorbert, Jean, & Jeffrey MillsPNC BankFred & Cindy RedmannEdmund & Pamela ReinhardGeraldo & Kathy RollisonDoug & Marianne SchoenrockB.J. Searles & FamilyGeorge SharpeAndrew ShockMichael & Laura SistrunkStockamp & Brown, LLCJack & Evie StreitBen & Kate TrumbullScott & Margy TrumbullThe Trust Company of ToledoJim & Mary ValitonArt & Linda VantuinenKeith & Julie WallaceM/M Thomas Webb Jr. Adel & Emily YoussefJack & Kathleen Zouhary
ARNOLD YOUNKMAN JR.Glen & Rose BollinJoe BoyleThomas BrellJames & Diane HermannRichard SmennerSusan StoutRichard & Carol Toth & FamilyDebra Worst
Donations
AAPC – Greater NWO ChapterGloria BanksBeverly BantaJon & Glenda BassittLeslie BermanDonald & Jean BleasdaleAnnette BoiceBonnie BondGary & Margaret BrainardCharlene BrockBrooks Insurance Agency EmployeesBev BurzynskiLynn CalvalegeLin Yen ChangMartin ConnorsTamara CorisisRobert & Charlene DaneRonald DavisThomas & Mary DeckerRolland DesautelsMaria ElizondoEpilepsy Center of Northwest OhioEpworth United Methodist ChurchLouise FreemanWilliam GormanDonna GrantMelvin GrossmanUrban HaslingerRandal HillaryGlenn & Helen IossiKaren KiemnecLinda KirkJames & Delores KrummKenneth & Alberta KwiatkowskiThe Lakeside AssociationMercer Savings BankCarla S. MillerPatrick & Shelly Niese
Nu-Xi Chapter of Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority, Inc.Corina PfleghaarHenry RosebrockSherry RushHelen Rush-LudwickBruno SchirmacherLuke SchoenleinJoan SmithSt. Patrick of HeatherdownsDr. & Mrs. StarkTADRA (Toledo Area Dana Retiree Association)Tri-Sigma Sorority of Upper SanduskyUnion United Methodist ChurchRichard VernierJack VidrickWomen’s Civic League – WapakonetaSue Zachel
3rd PARTY FUNDRAISERSApple Sauce Inc./Applebee’sCards With a Heart – Kellie NicholsonGross ElectricHearth & Home of Van WertNational Dodgeball LeagueSavage & AssociatesCarla J. SmithYark Automotive Group
Spring Appeal 2013
Dorothy J. ByersBeth & Dan HansenTerry & Trudy HilbornBarbara J. LaForrestMr. & Mrs. Roy MillerMr. & Mrs. F. William PowerRobert & Betty Wright
In Memory of Dorothy A. Ashburn Mr. & Mrs. Paul Ashburn
Adult Day ServicesMr. & Mrs. Michael HartranftIn Memory of Loretta Jaros Kathy A. MillerIn Memory of Armintry Palmer Marthena MaysIn Memory of Elizabeth Smith Roger Smith
In Honor of My Mother Carolyn Nowakowski
Early Stage ProgramsIn Honor of Peg Warnement Deb Hoerig
ResearchMartha FreyCaroline Thompson
In Memory of Eva H. Lindsley David A. LindsleyIn Memory of Peg Warnement Deb Hoerig
Respite Financial AssistanceIn Honor of Pat Lewandowski Larry Lewandowski
Membership
Associate LevelGerald Zakerski
In-Kind
AAPC – Greater NWO ChapterCyndi CampbellSandi HawkSally Hickey – Veterans AdministrationBarbara KronkDebra Riodl – Independent Care SolutionsDean Horrigan – Attorney-at-LawHospice of Memorial Hospital – Clyde, OHPeter Kahl & Swan Creek Retirement VillageKathy MillerThe Family of Dolores SchaeferJessica SmithVirginia Zimmerman
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Become A Member Today!
Individual MembershipsAffiliate $35Members receive a car decal and Chapter newsletter.
Associate $100Members receive an Alzheimer’s Association pin, car decal, Chapter newsletter, and invitation to annual meeting.
Supporting $250Members receive an Alzheimer’s Association pin, two car decals, Chapter newsletter, two invitations to annual meeting, and certificate of membership.
Professional $500Members receive associate level benefits, plus framed certificate of membership, and 20% discount on personal registration to Chapter annual education conference.
Forget-Me-Not $1,000Members receive supporting level benefits, plus four invitations to annual meeting, certificate of membership, listing on plaque displayed in Chapter office.
Corporate MembershipsActive $500Company receives certificate of membership for display at business, invitation to annual meeting, Chapter newsletter, and recognition in Chapter newsletter.
Sustaining $1,000Company receives active level membership benefits, plus 20% discount on professional education conference registration for 10 company employees, link from the Chapter website to the company’s website, and listing on membership plaque in Chapter office.
Invest in a world without Alzheimer's disease. You can make a difference in our mission through planned giv-ing. Planned gifts allow you to make a charitable contribution through your estate toward Alzheimer's research, care, and support programs. To learn how to leave a legacy of support for millions of families living with this disease, please contact Nick Vargas at 1-800-272-3900 or [email protected].
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Please join us for the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter’s fourth annual Spring Gala: The Great Gatsby/Roaring Twenties on Friday, March 28 at The Pinnacle in Maumee. This elegant event will feature a served diner, music by Swingmania, emcee Dave Holmes of 13ABC, silent auction, and many fun activities. Get your best “Gatsby, Flapper, or Gangster” apparel ready! Black tie optional. The 2013 gala was a sold out event, so be sure to reserve your seat or table early! Individual seats are $100, tables of eight are $650, and tables of ten are $800. Please kindly make your reservations by Friday, March 7 by calling 1-800-272-3900 or visiting http://act.alz.org/gatsbygala.
If you are interested in sponsoring the event or offering a donation for the silent auction, please contact Beth Wong at 1-800-272-3900 or [email protected].
You Are Invited! 2014 Spring Gala
Jan. 4 Toledo Meet Me at TMA 8 Toledo Transitions: Mind Works 10 Toledo A Brush with Art 10 Findlay Transitions 14 Bowling Green Transitions 14 Lima Transitions 15 Toledo Transitions: Art Café 15 Mansfield Transitions 15 Toledo The Basics 16 Mount Vernon Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 16 Mount Vernon Know the 10 Signs 16 Sandusky Chat with Brenda 16 Sandusky Transitions 17 Toledo Theater Improv Workshop 21 Findlay Know the 10 Signs 22 Huron Curious About Aging 22 Sandusky Curious About Aging 23 Tiffin Know the 10 Signs 27 Defiance Transitions 30 Toledo Penguin Preview 30 Toledo Transitions 30 Findlay Transitions: Mind Works 30 Toledo Ethical Decisions
Feb. 1 Toledo Meet Me at TMA 4 Toledo RDAD Group 5 Loudonville Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 6 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (1 of 3) 11 Bowling Green Transitions 11 Lima Transitions 11 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (1 of 3) 12 Toledo Transitions: Mind Works 12 Toledo Hands-on Education 13 Mansfield Afternoon Out Club 13 Toledo The Basics 13 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (2 of 3) 13 Bowling Green Meet Me at The Wall Street Journal 13 Bellevue Meaningful Communication 14 Toledo A Brush with Art 14 Findlay Transitions 15 Toledo Hands-on Education 18 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (2 of 3) 19 Bowling Green I Have Memory Changes 19 Toledo Transitions: Art Café 19 Mansfield Transitions
19 Kenton Know the 10 Signs 20 Upper Sandusky Know the 10 Signs 20 Findlay Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 20 Van Wert Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 20 Sandusky Chat with Brenda 20 Sandusky Transitions 20 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (3 of 3) 20 Toledo Understanding Memory Changes 24 Defiance Transitions 25 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (3 of 3) 25 Fremont Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 26 Upper Sandusky Understanding Behavior 27 Toledo Transitions 27 Findlay Transitions: Mind Works
Mar. 1 Toledo Meet Me at TMA 2 Toledo A Visit From the Metroparks 4 Toledo I Have Memory Changes 4 Oregon Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (1 of 3) 6 Bowling Green Living with Alzheimer’s (1 of 3) 6 Forest Understanding Memory Changes 7 Perrysburg Dementia: An Update on Evaluation and Treatment 11 Toledo The Basics 11 Bowling Green Transitions 11 Lima Transitions 11 Oregon Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (2 of 3) 12 Toledo Transitions: Mind Works 13 Bowling Green Living with Alzheimer’s (2 of 3) 13 Mansfield Afternoon Out Club 13 Ottawa Communications, Life Stories, and Behaviors 14 Toledo A Brush with Art 14 Findlay Transitions 18 Oregon Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (3 of 3) 19 Toledo Transitions: Art Café 19 Mansfield Transitions 19 Coldwater Understanding Behavior 20 Bowling Green Living with Alzheimer’s (3 of 3) 20 Sandusky Chat with Brenda 20 Sandusky Transitions 20 Toledo Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter 21 Sandusky Dietary Suggestions 24 Defiance Transitions
25 Green Springs Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 26 Paulding Friendship and Dementia 27 Toledo Transitions 27 Findlay Transitions: Mind Works 27 Fremont Lifestyle for a Healthy Brain 28 Maumee Annual Spring Gala: Great Gatsby/ Roaring 20s
Apr. 1 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (1 of 3) 2 Columbus Memory Day 4 Defiance Dietary Suggestions 5 Toledo Meet Me at TMA 8 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s (1 of 4) 8 Bowling Green Transitions 8 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (2 of 3) 9 Toledo Transitions: Mind Works 10 Mansfield Afternoon Out Club 11 Toledo A Brush with Art 11 Findlay Transitions 13 Toledo Come to the “Cabaret” 14 Lima Transitions 15 Toledo The Basics 15 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s (2 of 4) 15 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s: Caregiver Series (3 of 3) 15 Findlay Understanding Memory Changes 16 Toledo Transitions: Art Café 16 Mansfield Transitions 16 Upper Sandusky Know the 10 Signs 16 Van Wert Know the 10 Signs 17 Sandusky Chat with Brenda 17 Sandusky Transitions 22 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s (3 of 4) 23 Toledo Safety Issues 24 Toledo Transitions 24 Findlay Transitions: Mind Works 28 Defiance Transitions 28 Defiance Know the 10 Signs 29 Mansfield Know the 10 Signs 29 Toledo Living with Alzheimer’s (4 of 4) 30 Paulding Know the 10 Signs
May 3 Toledo Meet Me at TMA 8-11 Toledo Moonglow 15 Lima Understanding Behavior 21 Toledo The Basics
Quick Reference Calendar: January – May 2014
Our 17th annual Memory Day at the State-house will be held on Wednesday, April 2 in Columbus. Please join us for this important advocacy event for individuals, caregivers and families touched by Alzheimer’s disease. Transportation is available if needed. To RSVP or for more information, contact Marty Williman at 1-800-272-3900 or email [email protected].