| 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 ..." |
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.
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.
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"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 |
Upcoming Events
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Meeting of the Board of Directors 6:00 p.m.
Support Group Luncheon and Respite Care
(Saint Paul's United Methodist Church)
- July 1, 2008 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- July 15, 2008 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- July 224, 2008 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Support Group Meetings and Respite Care
- July 8, 2008 6 - 7:30 p.m.
- July 19, 2008 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- July 22, 2008 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Support Group Luncheon and Respite Care
(Salem United Methodist Church: Havana, Florida)
- July 3, 2008 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wakulla County Support Group Meetings:
- July 3, 2008 6:30 p.m.
- July 12, 2008 10:00 a.m.
- July 25, 2008 1:30 p.m.
Day Respite Program (2nd and 4th Fridays of the month)
- Friday, July 11, 2008 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Friday, July 25, 2008 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Parkinson's Support Group Meetings
Saint Paul's UMC 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
July 10, 2008
Wakulla County Senior Center
July 18, 2008 1 - 2 p.m.
in Marianna, Florida Call 850.386.2778 for more information
July 28, 2008 12 - 2 p.m.
Senior Days (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
CHP Savvy Senior Days
Volunteer Training
July 28, 2008 4 - 8:30 p.m.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Stay tuned for the next offering of this class.
Call 850.386.2778 for information.
Highly useful and educational class that runs for 6 consecutive weeks.
| July, 2008 |