19th Annual Walk to Remember to be held Oct. 9
Contact: Kelli Koch
Marketing/Communication Specialist
Southeastern Med
kjkoch@seormc.org
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio, Sept. 20, 2011 – The 19th Annual “Walk to Remember” will be held on Sunday, October 9 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Southeastern Med, 1341 Clark St., in Cambridge. The annual walk is held for parents who have experienced the death of a child.
This year’s walk will begin with a short program followed by a one-mile walk and balloon release. Refreshments and fellowship will follow at Southeastern Med.
Walk to Remember began in 1993 through Southeastern Med Childbirth Center’s RTS (Resolve Through Sharing) Bereavement Services. The mission of the bereavement support group is to provide dignified, respectful and compassionate bereavement care for patients and families.
For more information about the Walk to Remember, the grief recovery program, or bereavement support group at Southeastern Med, call Wendi Miller, RN, RTS Coordinator of the Childbirth Center at 740-439-8868.
Southeastern Med Prepares for 16th Annual Older Adult Health and Education Fair
Contact: Kelli Koch
Marketing/ Communications Specialist
Southeastern Med
kjkoch@seormc.org
CAMBRIDGE, Ohio, Sept. 20, 2011 - Area residents age 55 and older are invited to the 16th Annual Older Adult Health and Education Fair on Oct. 7, from 9 -11:30 a.m., at the Guernsey County Senior Citizens’ Center, 1022 Carlisle Ave., in Cambridge. The health and education fair provides area residents the opportunity to access low-cost health screenings, enjoy a variety of exhibits, win door prizes and enjoy themselves in a safe and secure environment.
“Since 1995, the Older Adult Health Fair has proven to be an event that individuals, 55 and older who live in Cambridge and the surrounding communities, look forward to every year,” said Lori Colby, coordinator of the Older Adult Health Fair. “Several Southeastern Med departments and physicians associated with the medical center provide the most up-to-date medical information and technology that is available, while local businesses and agencies provide valuable information that attendees can readily utilize.”
Local businesses and agencies participating in this year’s fair include the Guernsey County Senior Citizens’ Center, Guernsey County Sheriff’s Department Project Lifesaver, Hospice of Guernsey County, US Bank, Guernsey County CASA, Beckett House of New Concord, Clear Hearing Gallery, Cambridge YMCA, Alzheimer’s Support Group, Western-Southern Life Insurance, Ohio Smiles with Dr. Denise Antalis, DDS, Lifeline, Summit Acres Nursing Facility, Advantage Bank, Cambridge Fire Department, Maple Heights Apartment Complex, Area Agency on Aging, Byesville and Northstar Pharmacy, Guernsey County Job and Family, and Yankee Bionics.
Departments and physicians associated with Southeastern Med will also be providing exhibits, including Dr. Michael Sarap, surgeon with Southeastern Ohio Physicians, Inc.; Dr. Corey Jackson, orthopedic surgeon at Southeastern Med;
Dr. Charles Perry, podiatrist; Wellness Resources; Cancer Registry and the Power Me Pink Mammogram Program; Volunteer and Auxiliary Services; Southeastern Home Care; Pastoral Care; Surgical Services; Sports Med and PT/OT; Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab; and Endoscopy.
Foot health, hearing, blood pressure and skin cancer screenings will be offered free of charge but an appointment is required for the foot health and hearing screenings. Participants are asked to wear shoes and socks that can be easily removed for the foot-health screening. Appointments can be made beginning Sept. 26 by calling 740-435-2900.
Southeastern Med’s Laboratory Services will provide a comprehensive blood screening at the event for the following, glucose and lipid profile for $10, thyroid for $10 and prostate for $10. The screenings require a 10 to 12 hour fast with only water permitted. Those participating can still take any morning medications as usual. As registration for this health screening is required, walk-ins will not be accepted. Appointments can be made beginning Sept. 26 by calling 740-435-2900.
Flu vaccines will be available at the event provided by the Guernsey County Health Department. Participants must present their Medicare or Medicaid card and be 55 years or older. Those without a Medicare or Medicaid card will be required to pay the vaccine fee. For questions regarding the flu vaccines, please call Luann Danford at the Guernsey County Health Department at 740-439-3577.
Admission to the health fair is free for seniors 55 years and older. Parking is available at the senior center and at the furthest section of the Elk’s parking lot. The senior center’s transportation van is available for anyone needing a ride to the fair. To reserve a seat, please call the senior center at 740-432-3838.
