NVNA and Hospice Announces Healthcare Events in September

Events Support Alzheimer's Research, Campus of Caring, and Health Education for South Shore Residents

2010-08-25

MARSHFIELD, MA, August 25, 2010 (Press-News.org) NVNA and Hospice today announced its line-up of educational, healthcare events for patients, caregivers, and residents of Boston's South Shore. NVNA and Hospice has partnered with several local organizations including Quincy Medical Center, Hannaford's Pharmacy and The River Bay Club to continue to bring valuable education to seniors and caregivers to help them manage their healthcare and medications. Other events that NVNA and Hospice will participate in include the Annual Memory Walk for Alzheimer's and the 9 & Dine fundraiser with Campus of Caring.

"As summer gives way to fall, many area residents refocus on their health and wellness. With that in mind, we've developed several free educational programs to help them better manage their healthcare," said Meg Doherty, CEO and executive director, NVNA and Hospice. "We're excited to partner with some excellent organizations to bring these valuable events to our communities."

Event information follows. Please visit http://www.nvna.org/calendar for additional details and other events or visit us on Facebook for updated event information.

Alzheimer's Memory Walk at Plimoth Plantation, Plymouth
When: September 12th, 9:00 am
Where: Plimoth Plantation, Plymouth MA
Details: Memory Walk is the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research. Join or sponsor the NVNA and Hospice team, or visit http://www.alz.org to learn how you can participate.

Senior Service Health Fair, Randolph
When: September 16th from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Lombardo's, 6 Billings Street, on Rt 28, Randolph MA
Details: NVNA and Hospice will be on hand to provide free bone density screenings at the health fair.

9 & Dine with Campus of Caring Golf Outing, Plymouth
Where: Squirrel Run Golf Club, Plymouth MA
When: September 19th; 2:00 pm registration; 3:00 pm start
Details: Please join NVNA and Hospice in its support of Campus of Caring for a golf and dinner outing as we raise funds to build a non-profit hospice home on the South Shore. For more, please visit http://www.campusofcaring.org/.

"Navigating Health Care Settings" at River Bay, Quincy
When: September 20th, 11:30 am
Where: River Bay Club, 99 Brackett Street, Quincy, MA
Details: In conjunction with Quincy Medical Center, NVNA and Hospice representatives will present valuable health communication tools to help you navigate the often confusing health care setting maze. Lunch provided by River Bay. Please RSVP to River Bay Club at 617-472-4457.

"Managing Your Own Healthcare", Marshfield
When: September 21st, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Where: Village at Proprietor's Green, behind Roche Bros. on Rte 139, Marshfield MA
Details: Meg Doherty, MSN, ANP, MBA outlines what we know about healthcare and what we need to know, what questions to ask - where and when; how to use a personal health record to keep health information current and complete; and how and where caregivers can find resources and help. There will be a light dinner served. RSVP to 781-659-2342.

"Medications and You", Hingham Elder Services, Hingham
When: September 21st, 8:30 am
Where: 224 Central Street, Hingham MA
Details: Donna Seibert, MSN, A/GNP, CNS, a Nurse Practitioner with NVNA and Hospice and Hind Douike, RPh, PharmD, Pharmacy Manager at Hannaford's will discuss how best to manage both prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Each participant will receive a personal health record to track doctors' visits, prescriptions, health issues and concerns. Hind will offer a medication check up for individuals who bring in their medications. For information, call 781-741-1458.

About NVNA and Hospice
NVNA and Hospice is the only independent nonprofit home health care agency serving Boston's South Shore. Founded by a small group of caring individuals dedicated to the mission of "neighbors helping neighbors," NVNA and Hospice has provided essential health care and education to South Shore residents since 1920. Currently celebrating its 90th year of service, the agency now serves over 25 communities on the South Shore, from Milton to Plymouth. The agency's reputation for providing cost-effective, exceptional services with innovation and integrity has established its position as a regional leader in 21st century home health care. The agency has consistently (four years straight!) been named to the HomeCare EliteTM Top Agencies in the country. For more information, please visit http://www.nvna.org.

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