Siskin Hospital understands the importance of camaraderie and encouragement when coping with a new or ongoing medical condition. Siskin Hospital is proud to host or sponsor Support Groups that are designed to address the social, emotional, medical and legal issues facing community members and their families who may be experiencing chronic health conditions. To learn how you and your family can be involved in a Support Group at Siskin Hospital, please call (423) 634-1674, email info@siskinrehab.org or visit the website at www.SiskinRehab.org.
Amputee Support Group
When: Fourth Thursday, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Outpatient Main Conference Room (1st Floor)
Contact: Vickie Blalock (423) 634-1389 or Margee Lee (423) 634-1200
Email: vblalock@siskinrehab.org or mlee@siskinrehab.org
**May 23rd: Kevin Gardner, Prosthetist, and Cary Greer, Prosthetist, from PPS Orthotics and Prosthetics, will be our guest speakers. The topic is," Prosthetic Care and Skin Care Management During the Summer Months."
**June 27th: Our guest speakers will be Dallas Whicker from Fillauer and Jack Richmond from the Amputee Coalition of America. Our topic will be, "Present Medicare Changes and What the Future Holds for Amputees with Medicare in Terms of Reimbursement."
Chattanooga Adventurers and Assistance Dogs Social Group
When: Third Thursday, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Outpatient Main Conference Room (1st Floor)
Contact: Amy Kerin (423) 697-0957
Email: cadasocialgroup@gmail.com
Mission Statement:
This is a social group for young adults/adults with disabilities and their Assistance Dogs. This is a great way for your Assistance Dog to meet new friends and get together monthly to enjoy different activities while making some lifelong friends!
If you would like to work on some basic training touchups with your Assistance Dog, there will be a trainer at the meetings, so it's a great way to keep your Assistance Dog working in style. This will also be a great way to advocate for people who have Assistance Dogs and educate the community on why they are a vital part of our lives!
**May 16th: We hope to see you at our meeting this month!
Chattanooga Area Brain Injury Association Support Groups
Contact: Lisa Morgan (423) 634-1572
Website: www.cabiatn.org
Email: chattanoogabraininjury@gmail.com
When: Third Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Conference Center (2nd Floor)
**May 21st: Join us at the Lookouts Baseball Game! You must call Lisa Morgan at 423.634.1572 to make ticket reservations...call soon because there are limited tickets and they are 1st come, 1st served! Don't miss out on this fun night!!
When: Third Monday, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church
3405 Peerless Road, Cleveland, TN 37312
(423) 472-9578
**May 20th: Join us for "FUN!" -- Dinner will be provided and you must RSVP to Lisa Morgan at 423.634.1572!!
When: Second Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.
Where: The Jimmy Simpson Foundation
9558 North Highway 27, Rock Spring, GA 30739
(706) 375-9520
**Please call for Meeting Times, Dates & Locations.
Epilepsy Foundation Support Group**
Contact: Rita Fielding, Education Services Director (423) 634-1772
Email: rfielding@epilepsy-setn.org
Epilepsy Foundation Website: www.epilepsy-setn.org
When: First Thursday, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Outpatient Main Conference Room (1st Floor)
**Please RSVP for meeting attendance.
**May 2nd: Janice Cruden with Disability Solutions will speak about the decisions and steps involved in applying for Social Security Disability Insurance, as well as her role as an advocate.
Lymphedema Support Group
When: Odd Months, Second Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Outpatient Main Conference Room (1st Floor)
Contact: John Jordi (423) 634-1246
Email: lymphedema@siskinrehab.org
**Refreshments are provided by our sponsors. Bring a friend!
**May 9th: "Current Trends in Cancer Care" with Janet Kramer-Mai, RN, OCN, Breast Cancer Navigator, as the guest speaker.
**July 11th: "Community Resources in Support and Survivorship" with Kim Shank, RN, BSN, OCN, as the guest speaker.
**September 12th: "Circaid Compression Products" with Justin Harris, Regional Representative for Medi-Circaid, as the guest speaker.
**November 7th: "Meet the New Students!" Come and share your experience with the new graduates!!
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
When: First Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Conference Center (2nd Floor)
Contact: Will Hutchinson (423) 634-1578
Email: whutchinson@siskinrehab.org
**May 7th: Kelly Arney, Outreach Coordinator of the National Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, will be presenting for us on Preparing for Hospitalization for Individuals with Parkinson's Disease.
**May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! We offer a variety of specialized treatments such as the LSVT-Loud Voice Treatment for Parkinson's Disease, as well as the new Communication Skills Group Class. We are offering FREE Hearing Screenings on May 7th, 14th and 21st at Siskin Hospital. Please call 423.634.1579 for more information!
Scleroderma Support Group**
When: First Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Outpatient Main Conference Room (1st Floor)
Contact: Linda Chaff 423.886.6000 or 423.718.8873
Email: linda@chaffco.com
**Please call or email for Meeting Times & Locations.
**May 7th:
- At this month's meeting, we welcome Noel Dillard, Massage Therapist at Siskin Hospital. Noel will talk with us about massage and the benefits it can bring to us-beyond pampering.
- In addition to our regular time of sharing questions about symptoms we are experiencing and providing tips and help in coping, there will be a special moment celebrating our mothers-since Mother's Day is May 12.
- Thanks to those who attended the April 22 fundraiser at the Cleveland, TN Buffalo Wild Wings. Angela Bledsoe did a great job securing this sponsor and getting the word out. Funds raised will go to the TN Scleroderma Chapter and will be presented to the Foundation at the June 8, 2013, Out to Cure Scleroderma Walk in Nashville.
- Angela Bledsoe is also the Team Captain for the June 8 walk and has designed a great looking T-Shirt. We will be collecting sizes from those who have not already given their size. Angela's husband, Darren, is donating the T-Shirts, and we appreciate this. We'll also discuss other activities taking place before and at the walk.
- Additional benefits of attending this meeting include the opportunity to share your personal experience and offer/receive emotional comfort and moral support. Members also have lots of practical advice and tips to help you cope with your situation. For those newly diagnosed, it can be very helpful to learn about what to expect with your situation and the tools that are available to deal with it.
- Please contact me with any questions or if you need directions to Siskin. We hope to see you, your family, and friends at this meeting.
Please Note: The meeting will be held at the Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital. Please contact me with any questions or if you need directions to Siskin.
Stroke Support Group
When: Third Thursday, 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
Where: Siskin Hospital, Conference Center (2nd Floor)
Contact: David Barron (423) 634-1579
Email: dbarron@siskinrehab.org
Mission Statement: We seek to offer support for stroke survivors and their caregivers by providing relevant information, therapeutic opportunities, peer support, educational resources, and hope in a relaxed and comfortable environment.
**May 16th: May is Stroke Awareness Month! We are going to talk about healthy snacking and how to make delicious and nutritious smoothies! A live demonstration will be performed with a variety of samples to be tasted!
For more information on any of the Support Groups, please call (423) 634-1674 or email info@siskinrehab.org.
