The Alzheimer’s Association issued a press release on upcoming local events that I am happy to post – ALZHEIMER’S ACTION DAY – SEPTEMBER 21 Wear Purple and Attend an Event in Your Community To commemorate Alzheimer’s Action Day, Wednesday, September 21, the Alzheimer’s Association of Southeastern Wisconsin is inviting residents within its 11 county service…
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Thursday, August 25th: Relay for Life Fundraiser at Jessica’s Family Restaurant
by JOHN ADAMS •
Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., during Jessica’s Family Restaurant’s grand re-opening, there will be a fundraiser for Relay for Life. Five percent of all proceeds will be donated to Whitewater’s Relay for Life. Among the many offerings will be a prime rib dinner for only $9.95, and there will be both raffle prizes…
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Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk Schedule
by JOHN ADAMS •
Please see a press release from the Alzheimer’s Association: Walk to End Alzheimer’s to be Hosted throughout Southeastern Wisconsin -Local Walks to Attract Thousands- The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to announce that the Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be hosted in six locations throughout Southeastern Wisconsin this fall. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimers…
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Alzheimer’s Association Offers September 12th Lake Geneva Workshop on Early Detection
by JOHN ADAMS •
The Alzheimer’s Association offers a September 12th program, as outlined in this press release: Program on Early Detection to be Offered by Alzheimer’s Association With 10 Million Baby Boomers at Risk, Early Detection is Critical to Future Planning LAKE GENEVA, WI – August 4, 2011 – The Alzheimer’s Association will present a community workshop called “Have…
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Sign Up for Alzheimer’s Association E-News
by JOHN ADAMS •
I’ve been a longstanding supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association, and publish press releases and a badge from the Association on both FREE WHITEWATER and Daily Wisconsin. Among their many offerings, they have an informative weekly newsletter they distribute via e-mail, for anyone who might like to be on their email list. Simply fill out the…
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Alzheimer’s Association’s “Maximize Your Memory,” Monday, August 8, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Irvin Young Memorial Library
by JOHN ADAMS •
WHITEWATER, WI – July 18, 2011 – The Alzheimer’s Association will be presenting a program called “Maximize Your Memory” on Monday, August 8, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Irvin Young Memorial Library, 431 West Center Street in Whitewater. This interactive and informative workshop will offer participants information on the difference between normal…
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Alzheimer’s Association’s “Nourish Your Noggin,” Wednesday, August 31, 2011 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kenosha Public Library – Southwest
by JOHN ADAMS •
KENOSHA, WI – July 18, 2011 – The Alzheimer’s Association will present a community program called “Nourish Your Noggin” on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kenosha Public Library – Southwest, 7979 38th Avenue in Kenosha. This fun and interactive program is for anyone interested in brain health. Topics will…
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Walworth County Today: Farmers market vouchers available in Walworth County
by JOHN ADAMS •
There will be (first-come, first-served) vouchers available for low-income senior citizens of Walworth County to use at farmers’ markets. Details of the program appear in the story to which I’ve linked, below. In a world of many programs, government or otherwise, efforts like these are particularly admirable. See, Farmers market vouchers available in Walworth County —…
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Alzheimer’s Association: Free Dementia Caregivers Conference June 7th, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
by JOHN ADAMS •
Every 69 Seconds Someone Develops Alzheimer’s -Free Dementia Caregivers Conference June 7th- An estimated 5.4 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and in 2010 over 14.9 million family and friends were responsible for their care. The Alzheimer’s Association, in conjunction with A Day In Time Adult Day Care, Inc. in Lake Geneva, Home Helpers,…
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Seth Rogen Talks About Campaign Against Alzheimer’s Disease
by JOHN ADAMS •
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Program on Memory Loss Offered by the Alzheimer’s Association, May 24th, Delavan
by JOHN ADAMS •
Program on Memory Loss Offered by the Alzheimer’s Association – Orientation on the implications of memory loss The Alzheimer’s Association will be presenting a program called ‘Orientation to Early Memory Loss’ on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Community Bank CBD-Community Center located at 820 E. Geneva Street in Delavan.…
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Alzheimer’s Association Celebrity Champions
by JOHN ADAMS •
The Alzheimer’s Association has produced a brief — but powerful — video with famous Americans talking about the disorder, and the good work of the Association. I’ve been proud to post releases from this organization, from a general interest, rather than personal, that inclines all people to support different, worthy charitable efforts. The work of…
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Downtown Whitewater, Inc. Presents Whitewater Cares Weekend, Friday 4.15 and Saturday 4.16
by JOHN ADAMS •
Downtown Whitewater, Inc. Presents Whitewater Cares Weekend WHITEWATER, Wis. (April 12, 2011) – Downtown Whitewater is once again hosting their Whitewater Cares Weekend on Friday April 15th and Saturday April 16th and needs your help. October of 2010 was the first Whitewater Cares Weekend, and by partnering with local businesses and charities,…
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Alzheimer’s Association Introduces In-Depth Training for Family Caregivers in Elkhorn
by JOHN ADAMS •
Alzheimer’s Association Introduces In-Depth Training for Family Caregivers -Six Week Course to Offer Education on Caring for an Older Adult- The Alzheimer’s Association will be offering “The Savvy Caregiver” a six-week program designed to provide clinical level education and training for family caregivers. The series will be held on consecutive Wednesdays beginning April 13, 2011…