| Radio Shows
The “Adults with
Disabilities” public interest radio show
hosted by North Star Community Services and
aired weekly on KNWS-AM radio (1090) on
Saturdays at 9:50 a.m. has a new program
listing.
Upcoming programs are:
• September 2: Caring for someone with
Dementia or Alzheimer’s, Part 2
• September 9: Caring for someone with
Dementia or Alzheimer’s, Part 3
• September 23: The “Best Friends” approach
to relating to a person with Dementia—“Sense
of Control”
• September 30: The “Best Friends” approach
to relating to a person with
Dementia—“Experiencing Success”
• October 7: Mental health and older adults,
Part 1
• October 14: Mental health and older
adults, Part 2
For more information on these topics,
contact Donna Davis at North Star Community
Services, 319-236-0901, ext. 304. For
services for individuals with dementia or
Alzheimer’s or other age-related
disabilities, contact Rose Hartz, Director
of Newel Post Adult Day Services, at
319-433-0584. Individuals interested in
these issues may also contact the local
brand of the Alzheimer’s Association.
North Star, an Iowa-grown rehabilitation
services agency is beginning its 31st year
of service to individuals with disabilities.
Information is available by calling
319-236-0901 or 888-879-1365.
Groups and Workshops
Alzheimer's Support Group - First
Thursday at 3:00 p.m. every month at Newel Post Adult
Day Services & Respite Center, 1108 Tiffany Place, Waterloo. Free respite care for your
loved one provided on site during the support group
meeting. For families, friends, and caregivers.
For directions, call Newel Post Adult Day Services
Center, 319-234-1391 or e-mail the Director of
Newel Post:
Rose Hartz
at the Alzheimer's Association 319-272-2300.
"Estate and Financial Planning
Workshop - for the Public and for Families of
Individuals with Disabilities" - 3420 University
Ave., Waterloo, IA 50701. Experts from
Community National Bank Trust Department,
Hawkeye Valley Area Agency on Aging, and an
attorney specializing in estate planning
volunteer their time to provide you with
information and answers to your questions.
For directions, call 236-0901 in Waterloo or
888-879-1365 outside of the Waterloo calling
area. |
