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alzheimer's & dementia helpers Change is good and change is coming to the Alzheimer's and Dementia Helpers Group because we are changing our name. We are changing our name so that we can include those of you living with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), or any form of memory loss. We are still here for those of you living with Alzheimer's or Dementia, but now we are here for so many more of you. In the next month or two, look for us and our new name, which we hope to be approved as the Sun Lakes Memory Care and Support Group. Our next meeting will be Thurs., Sept. 19, at 10 am in the Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Anderson from Anderson Clinical Research. He will be speaking on the latest research on memory loss. This is a great opportunity to find out the most up to date information on memory loss. Lunch following in our Sun Lakes Restaurant for those of you who wish, Alzheimer's patients are welcome at this meeting. Drop them off at the Arts and Crafts Room for games and entertainment with our very capable volunteers. Susan Brown returns this month to entertain. Last month Joey Mercado and friends visited us. Joey is a great ventriloquist and we all had a fun time. Our next Caregivers Support Group meeting will be Tues, Sept. 10, at 1 pm in the Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room. This group is open to all caregivers not just a caregiver to an Alzheimer's person. Refreshments are served at this meeting. Come enjoy and discuss care giving issues or whatever is on your mind. If you have any questions regarding thee Tuesday support group, contact Diane at 7690130. Remember, the Tuesday support group is for caregivers only, no patients. If you have questions or would like to learn more, we have reading material we can share with you. For information on joining contact Shirley at 8452008 or Anne at 845-8700. Continuing our educational information, 50 things you should know about Alzheimer's disease loss, here are numbers 13, 14 and 15: 13, Dementia is a term used to describe memory loss and confusion. 14, Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia but other conditions can also cause it. 15, Parkinson's disease, stroke and brain injuries can all cause dementia. parkinson's support We meet January through October, typically on the 2nd Wed. of the month, 11 am - 12:30 pm in the Main Clubhouse Bus room. There are discussions on the latest findings and research, medications, nutrition, exercise, and coping skills brought to us by various speakers. Come to our group to learn and share your experience with others. Info., Gerri Piechowski, 769-2305. sun lakes marines and friends From the Halls of Montezuma, to the shores of Sun Lakes, the Marines are coming. We have submitted a requested to the Marine Corps Band from Miramar Air Station to perform at Sun Lakes on Sept. 16, at 5 pm on the practice range in front of our new Veranda. However, as of Aug. 5, we have not received a confirmation yet of the performance, but we have put into motion the activities necessary prior to the appearance. We will update information as we receive it, by way of local papers, Channel 97 and fliers in the Main Clubhouse. There will be a dinner with the Marines following the concert. Details will come as we receive more information. If you haven't attended performances by the Marine Corps Band, you have missed a great show. It is free of charge; all you have to do is show up at the driving range. social clubs & groups | sun lakes lifestyles | september 2013 |23