The Legend of the Inukshuk
and why it is associated with
The Alzheimer's Project

Inukshuks rise from the landscape
always in human form, in a land where
you see so few people.  They act as
solid guardians, keeping the vigil to
direct the lonely traveler along the best
and safest passages:  land or water.

The Inukshuk is a symbol of trust and
reassurance.  The traditional meaning of
an Inukshuk was to act as a compass
or guide for a safe journey.  The
Inukshuk, like ancient trackers, helped
guide people seeking their way through
the wilderness.  An Inukshuk on land
with two arms and legs meant there was
a valley.  At the end of this valley, one
would be able to go in two directions.  
Today, this serves as a reminder that
we always have a choice in the direction
we choose to take in our lives.

Thus, we draw the parallel between the
Inukshuk and The Alzheimer's Project.  
As the Inukshuk stood as a beacon for
lost travelers, so The Alzheimer's
Project is a beacon providing services to
those who are going through that valley.
The Alzheimer's Project, Inc.
"... providing hope ... preparing families ... progressing together ..."
Upcoming Events

Support Group Luncheon and Respite Care
(Saint Paul's United Methodist Church)
  • May 6, 2008                               11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • May 20, 2008                             11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • May 27, 2008                             11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Support Group Meetings and Respite Care       
  •  May 13, 2008                            6 - 7:30 p.m.
 at Harbor Chase Assisted Living (100 John Knox Road)    
  •  May 27, 2008                            6 - 7:30 p.m.
 at Brookdale Clare Bridge Assisted Living
  •  May 17, 2008                            11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.                       
  at Brookdale Sterling House Assisted Living

Support Group Luncheon and Respite Care
(Salem United Methodist Church:  Havana, Florida)
  •  June 5, 2008                           11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.    

Day Respite Program (2nd and 4th Fridays of the month)
  • Friday, May 9, 2008                     9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Friday, May 23, 2008                   9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Parkinson's Support Group Meetings
Saint Paul's UMC                                  5:30 - 7:30 p.m.                         
May 8 2008                    

in Marianna, Florida                   Call 850.386.2778 for more information
June 30, 2008                            12 - 2 p.m.

CHP Savvy Senior Days


Volunteer Training

Monday, May 19, 2008                        4:00 - 8:30 p.m.                                    



Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Beginning:
    Thursday, May 29, 2008                6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
    Friday, May 30, 2008                      10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Call 850.386.2778 for information.

Highly useful and educational class that runs for 6 consecutive weeks.
The Alzheimer's Project

The Alzheimer's Project is a non-profit organization funded by grants and
private donations.  The Project is dedicated to providing relief to the
caregivers of persons suffering from Alzheimer's Disease or other
memory impairment.  ALL services available to the caregivers are
provided FREE of charge.

The goal of the Project is to keep the caregivers healthier, both physically
and emotionally, to prolong the abilities of the caregiver, and to delay
institutionalization of the patient.

"This project has been one of the most rewarding
experience of my life."
- A Volunteer

"... they (the volunteers) provide not only welcome
relief for me, but my husband looks forward to
someone to talk to him each week."
- A Caregiver
The Office is located at the
following address:

317 East Call Street
Tallahassee, Florida  32301
850-386-2778 - office
850-386-2775 - fax

Support Groups meet in The Parlor and
Respite care is provided in The Foundation
of
Saint Paul's United Methodist Church:
1700 North Meridian Road

Respite Day Program is provided in
The Parlor of
Saint Paul's United Methodist Church:
1700 North Meridian Road