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Recent NewsArtFutura: Art in Motion: SAVE THE DATE!
Event Date: May 30, 2013
The 11th annual Art Futura is a juried art exhibition of more than 150 emerging and established artists, including work from patients participating in the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago’s Art Therapy program.
19th Annual John Dolan Golf Challenge
Event Date: June 17, 2013
The John Dolan Golf Challenge provides new perspective on the athlete in all of us and shines a spotlight on ABILITY at every level. Be a part of this unique event in its 19th year to help raise funds for the #1 rehabilitation hospital in the country—the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC). Funds from the event directly support "Caring for Kids," RIC's dynamic, interactive program that provides adaptive sports, recreation, and social activities for children living with disabilities.
Caring for Kids Program
Reviewed May 2013
Get Ready for Summer Fun! The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Caring for Kids program is for any youth aged 6–17 who has a physical disability and is independent in daily living skills. It offers adaptive sports, recreation, special events and social activities. All programs promote positive quality of life through physical fitness, independence, socialization, activity and adaptive recreation.Caring for Kids offers programs throughout the year including the Caring for Kids Summer Camp, Caring for Kids School Year Programs, as well as activities held year-round. Registration for Summer Camp is occurring now. Click on the link below for registration forms.
Save the Date! Aphasia Open House
Event Date: June 23, 2013
In celebration of National Aphasia Awareness Month RIC’s Center for Aphasia Research is hosting a day of activities, classes and groups for people with aphasia, family members and friends.
Join us for a day of “connections” –Meet others who are living with aphasia –Participate in discussion groups –Share your personal stories –Try a new activity! This event will also feature a screening of the new PBS film “After Words” - a documentary about people living successfully with aphasia. Pre-registration is required by Friday, June 14, 2013. The registration fee includes lunch, class activities, and all refreshments. RIC Athletes participate in Great Lake Regional Games
Event May 3-5, 2013
RIC competitive athletes and Paralympians gathered to compete at the Great Lakes Regional Games in Niles, Illinois May 3-5. 2013. Events include archery, swimming, table tennis, track and field, weight lifting, and boccia.
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Recent ResourcesStroke: Careliving Guide from the National Stroke Association (download)
Reviewed May 2013
From the National Stroke Association, this free online book offers a step-by-step guide to caregiving after stroke.
Rehabilitation Research & Training Center for Stroke Research (RRTC-Stroke)
Reviewed May 2013
Stroke is a very common disorder, constituting the largest source of severe continuing disability in the United States. It affects people in diverse age groups, of both genders, and all ethnic backgrounds. Although stroke often affects those at or beyond retirement age, about one-third of stroke survivors are under age 65 years.
The Rehabilitation Research & Training Center (RRTC-Stroke) conducts a series of studies of rehabilitation interventions and assessments focused on improving mobility, improving employment outcomes, and increasing the stroke survivor’s ability to participate fully in their communities. Caregiver Action Network
Reviewed May 2013
The Caregiver Action Network (formerly the National Family Caregivers Association) is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization working to improve the quality of life for the than 65 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age.
Center for Aphasia Research
Reviewed May 2013
The RIC Center for Aphasia Research is constantly investigating ways to improve speech and communication disorders. Aphasia is a disorder that causes an impairment in speech and language abilities. Aphasia disorders result from damage to portions of the brain responsible for language. Aphasia commonly occurs due to brain damage from a head injury or stroke.In addition to providing aphasia rehabilitation for inpatients, outpatients, and day rehabilitation patients, RIC provides a month long Aphasia intensive therapy program to increase the possibility of improved communication.
RIC’s Center for Aphasia Research and Treatment also investigates novel ways to treat aphasia and conducts clinical research studies to establish the efficacy and effectiveness of these aphasia treatments. RIC at Silver Cross Hospital - Stroke Support Group
Reviewed May 2013
If you are a stroke survivor, family member or caregiver and would like to be a part of a wonderful group, please join Silver Cross Hospital's Stroke Support Group. The hospital has guest speakers, refreshments and giveaways!
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