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ORGANIZATIONS
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Helpline available 24 hours/7 days week Services: Toll-free 24/7 help line provides callers with information about Alzheimer's disease and caregiving concerns, provides emotional support and makes referrals to local agencies and educational programs. Educational programs are targeted to caregivers, health care providers, and people with Alzheimer's disease and the general public. Caregiver Support Groups, Memory Loss Support and Education groups are available in many areas. See support groups for local groups meeting in your area. The Chapter's Public Policy Committee and State Advocate work at the local, state and national level on public policy changes. Chapter staff is also available to speak to community and civic groups on Alzheimer's disease. Lending Library offers free borrowing privileges to those interested in learning more about Alzheimer's disease. Offers a wide variety books and videos on the disease, caregiving, etc. Loan period is four weeks for books and one week for videos. Contact above offices or Nancy Weber at Tri-County Office on Aging at 887-1440 or 800-405-9141 or webern@tcoa.org for more information. Safe Return- Nationwide identification, support & registration program that provides assistance where an individual with Alzheimer's or related dementia becomes lost locally or far from home. If a registrant is missing, Safe Return can fax information & photo to local law enforcement department to assist in locating. Available 24 hours a day. $40 registration fee (scholarships available) provides engraved identification necklace or bracelet & iron on clothing labels. Caregiver checklist & other items available for additional $5. Call local office for registration form or to register by phone call 1-888-572-8566 from 8A-8P (CST). Cost: The Alzheimer's Association is a non-profit chapter of the National Alzheimer's Association and offers its services at no charge. Donations are appreciated. AMERICAN
CANCER SOCIETY Capital Area Service Center 3100 West Rd, Bldg B, Ste. 110 East Lansing MI 48823 Ph: (517) 332-3300 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Services: Offers a variety of support programs to help meet the needs of cancer patients and their families. Equipment loans for items such as hospital beds, bath benches, wheelchairs, commodes and van transportation to and from treatments and medical appointments are available. The FYI Resource Center located at Abbey Road has a lending library of books, videos, and brochures dealing with cancer related issues as well a computer available for patients to access to information. AMERICAN
HEART ASSOCIATION - MIDWEST AFFILIATE
Services: Walking clubs meet in numerous pedestrian malls. CPR classes, speakers bureau, film library, educational materials on heart disease, nutrition information, and a stroke support club are also available. Eligibility: Anyone. Cost: None with exception of charge for large quantities of literature. AMERICAN
LUNG ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Services: Offers smoking cessation program, information and consultation on issues affecting lung health, educational literature and audio-visuals, support groups for individuals with lung disease and their families and cams for children with asthma Eligibility: All Michigan citizens. Cost: Certain services have fee. Call for more information. AMERICAN
RED CROSS www.midmichiganredcross.org Blood
Donor Program Carrier
Alert Program Disaster
Assistance Program Emergency
Services Other American Red Cross entries in this Directory: Telecare ARTHRITIS
FOUNDATION Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Services: Offers printed materials about arthritis and its treatment; a lending library of books and video tapes, a physician referral list, displays of literature and arthritis programs that can be used for open houses and health fairs. Trained speakers are available to make presentations to the groups and organizations and mutual support groups meet monthly to provide an opportunity for arthritis patients and their families to share problems and concerns. Self-help courses are available to give arthritis patients and those who care for them the knowledge and skills they need for on going care. The Arthritis Aquatics program, a recreational water exercise program uses local pool facilities, and PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise) is a special program that uses gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility and range of motion. The foundation also has a quarterly newsletter and the Arthritis Helpline available during business hours for those needing information or answers to questions. Eligibility: No restrictions. Cost: Fee for self-help courses, aquatics and PACE classes. Arthritis and Fibromyalgia self-help courses held periodically. Scholarships may be available. EASTER
SEAL SOCIETY OF MICHIGAN Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Services: Information and referral on community services, and home care medical equipment loan closet ($5 per month charge with doctor's prescription). Camperships available for accredited day and residential camps on a limited basis as well as limited financial assistance in obtaining medical equipment. Also features year-round special events and activities. Eligibility: Children and adults with disabilities regardless of the cause of disability. Cost: As described. HEALTH
FOR LIFE CONSULTING, INC. Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Leave message. All consulting is done off site. Services: Health, medication education and fitness promotion programs including lectures, demonstration, physical activity classes, workshops and train the trainer seminars offered to groups. Programs presented weekdays and evenings. Weekend presentations made on special requests. Eligibility: No restrictions. Cost: Groups qualifying for grant funding are no charge. Other groups and organizations sliding fee based on preparation, travel time and length of presentation. COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION & FITNESS PROGRAMS Sparrow Health System 1215 E. Michigan Ave. PO Box 30480 Lansing MI 48909-7980 Ph: 1-888-7WE-HEAL(93-4325) Internet: www.SparrowHealth.net Hours/Cost: Varies depending on class. Check current calendar. Services: Offers a variety of health education programs throughout the year to support improving health. Includes Asthma/allergies, behavioral health, CPR, cancer, diabetes, center for health, humanities and well-being, grief support, heart & more. Visit Sparrow's new Health Education Resource Center online or in person for reliable, up-to-date consumer health information. Address: Sparrow Health Science Pavillion, 2900 Hannah Blvd., Ste. 211, East Lansing MI Eligibility: No restrictions. If questions or want to register call 1-888-7we.heal EYECARE AMERICA PO Box 429098 San Francisco, CA 94142-9098 (800) 222-EYES (3937) www.eyecareamerica.org Services: Public service program (senior eye care) helps screen older adults for degenerative eye diseases like glaucoma & macular degeneration preserve their sight by providing comprehensive medical eye examinations & possible initial treatment. Eligibility: *Age 65 or older *Are a US citizen/legal resident *Have not seen an ophthalmologist-an EyeMD-within the past 3 years *Do not belong to an HMO or have veteran's eye care benefits Cost: No out of pocket cost if meets eligibility requirements. HEALTHWISE UNIVERSITY Ingham Regional Medical Center 401 W Greenlawn Ave Lansing MI 48910 Ph: (517) 367-5159 or 1-877-224-4325 (toll-free) Internet: www.irmc.org Hours/Cost: Varies depending on class. Check current listings. Services: Offers a wide variety of health education classes taught by expert healthcare professionals.Classes include diabetes education, weight management, CPR, cooking, fitness, lifestyle and wellness, community screenings and more. Register early and begin your jorney to health. You may register for all classes by telephone or internet. Click on "calendar of events" to pull up classes. Eligibility: No restrictions. Registration is necessary for attendance to the free and informative sessions.
LIFETIME Mailing Address: PO Box 30480 Lansing,
MI 48909-7980 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Services: Health screenings, bimonthly newsletter and discounts on health products and to area stores. Also monthly "Lunch with a Doctor" series features discussions on various health issues and "Pacers" walking and aerobics program at the Lansing Mall. Eligibility: Free membership program for people age 50 and older Cost: There are fees for some programs. Call for information.
MICHIGAN
PARKINSON FOUNDATION Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Services: Informational literature, medication assistance, adult day care funding, neurologist and community referral, educational programs and advocacy and support groups for persons with Parkinson's and their families. Eligibility: Persons with Parkinson's Disease and their families.
REHABILITATION/
WELLNESS CENTER
Hours: Winter: M-Th. 5:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Summer: M-Th 5:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Fri. 5:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Fri. 5:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Sat. 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Sat. 8:00 a.m.-12 noon Sun. 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Sun. 12:00 noon-3:00 p.m. Services: Wellness Center offers a wide range of fitness classes (1 senior specific), fitness equipment,& services available with membership or as daily guest. Amenities include whirlpool, towel service, shower supplies, daily locker use. Additional services, which are available to members and non-members (for a fee) include: therapeutic massage, yoga & personal training. Rehabilation services includes inpatient and outpatient services, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy and Sports Medicine. These require a written or telephone referral by the patient's physician. Fees: $36 per 6 week class/Non-members or $8.00 walk-in guest pass. Memberships available. $25 one time registration fee. 3 mo. senior membership $145/single. Call for details. Rehabilitation Services accepts most insurance plans. |
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