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Stroke Health Screening & Resource Fair
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Free screenings for blood pressure, heart rate, and neck artery assessment will be available from 11 am to 2 pm at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago on Thursday, May 8, 2008 as part of Stroke Awareness Month activities. The screenings and consumer-oriented health talks are open to the public.
12 Living with Aphasia by Leora Cherney, PhD, Director, RIC Center for Aphasia Research 12:30 Stroke Prevention by Richard L. Harvey, MD, Dixon Stroke Chair, Medical Director, RIC Center for Stroke Rehabilitation 1 pm KineAssist Demonstration: A New Robotic Walking and Balance Training System by David A. Brown, PT, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Physical Therapy & Human Movement Sciences, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University
RIC is located at 345 E. Superior St., Chicago, IL. For more information, contact the LIFE Center, 312-238-5433
Mens Health after Stroke Study
Reviewed April 2008
Men who have survived a stroke are being recruited by the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago to participate in a research study about maintaining good health. Study participants must attend eight weekly group sessions and undergo interviews before and after each group session. Criteria include: Four months post-stroke; 18 years of age; able to participate in group discussions; and be physically able to travel to RIC. Contact 312-238-1207 for more information.
Career Day 2008 at RIC
May 2008
The RIC Vocational Rehabilitation Center will host a Career Day for persons with disabilities who are looking for jobs on Tuesday, May 13, 2008. Individuals can explore career options with disability-friendly Chicago area employers and get tips from disability-related resource organizations. Please RSVP to Julie M. Zook, job placement specialist, at jzook@ric.org or 312-238-6812. Preregistration is required.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 9 am to Noon RIC, 345 E. Superior St. Chicago, IL
Film Series - Employment for Persons with Disabilities
May 2008
In support of the numerous Chicagoland job fairs and career days hosted for people with disabilities, the LIFE Center will showcase an employment film series on Tuesday, May 13, 2007. All films will be shown in the LIFE Center at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, 345 E. Superior, Chicago, IL between 9:30am and 1:30pm. - Job Search Strategies (25 minute film) - Job Interviewing Techniques (25 minute film) - Open Futures (11 minute film) Persons also interested in participating in the RIC Career Day on May 13, 2008 should call Julie M. Zook, job placement specialist, at jzook@ric.org or 312-238-6812. Preregistration is required.
Stroke Health Screening and Resource Fair
May 2008
Free screenings for blood pressure, heart rate, and rhythm and neck artery assessment will be given by health care professionals during the RIC Stroke Health Screening and Resource Fair.
Date: Thursday, May 8, 2008 Time: 11 am-2 pm Location: RIC LIFE Center, 345 E. Superior St., Chicago, IL 60611
Programs: - 12:00 Noon Aphasia Communication Tips, by Leora Cherney, PhD, RIC Aphasia Research Center - 12:30 pm Stroke Prevention, Richard L. Harvey, Medical Director, RIC Stroke Rehabilitation Center
Education booths will include information on stroke prevention and therapy, functional fitness, aphasia classes, and support groups. Sponsored by the LIFE Center and RICs Stroke Rehabilitation Center.
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Community Support Services
Reviewed April 2008
Community Support Services, Inc., is a private, not-for-profit service agency that initiates, provides and promotes services for people with developmental disabilities and their families, within their communities, in order to strengthen their independence, self-esteem, and ability to participate in and contribute to community life.
Services include respite care, case management, transitional living, supportive living, supportive employment services, supportive parenting resources, among other resources.
Physician Certification: American Board of Medical Specialties
Reviewed April 2008
The American Board of Medical Specialties, a not for profit organization, works with 24 medical specialty boards to develop and implement standards for evaluation and certification of physicians. They believe that "higher standards for physicians means better care for patients."
Click on the link below for "Consumer Tips: Before You Say Yes to a Medical Procedure" which gives information about selecting a reputable, board-certified physician for surgery and other procedures.
Nursing Home Compare
Reviewed March 2008
Nursing Home Compare is a website managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services that identifies every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country. In addtion to contact information the site provides detailed information about each homes past performance.
Click on the link below to identify nursing homes in your area of interest.
Tele-Support for Caregivers
Reviewed March 2008
The Chicago Department of Senior Services and the Salvation Army host monthly Tele-Support for Caregivers: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Step 1: Dial 1-866-212-0875 Step 2: Enter Passcode 932974# Step 3: Share your name with the group
Air Compassion America
Reviewed March 2008
Air Compassion America, a non-profit organization, helps locate and coordinate discounted air ambulance services for families who are in the midst of a health crisis. Their mission includes compassionate counseling for the families during the difficult time.
keywords: medical air transport, emergency medical transportation
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