Free stroke awareness seminars

Published 21 July 2008, Posted in Northland

The Stroke Foundation Northland and Age Concern Whangarei are pleased to present two free seminars designed to educate the general public about healthy eating, the signs and effects of stroke and how early intervention and help and support from the Stroke Foundation can support survivors.

Free Stroke Awareness Seminars

Tuesday 9 September

Northland Hockey Association, Park Ave, Whangarei

Day Seminar

9:30 am to 2 pm

Programme & Speakers

• Healthy Eating, review your eating plan (Dietician—Manaia Health PHO)
• Early intervention, facts, services & support (Charm Kernot, Stroke Foundation)
• Signs, Medical Management, Effects (Dr Tus Fernando, Geriatrician, Northland Health)

12 noon lunch provided - courtesy of Guardian Health Care

• Rehabilitation exercises and services (Isobel Finlayson, Physiotherapist)
• Relaxation & stress management (Sylvia Page)

Evening Seminar

5:30 pm to 7:30pm

Programme & Speakers

• Early intervention, Facts, services & Support (Charm Kernot, Stroke Foundation)
• Signs, Medical Management, Effects (Dr Tus Fernando, Geriatrician, Northland Health)
• Relaxation & stress management (Sylvia Page)

Light refreshments provided

ALL welcome! Written information and displays will be available. Enquiries to Charm Kernot - Stroke Foundation ph:437 0859 or register to attend with Chris Simper - Age Concern ph:438 8043.

 

Supported by Ministry of Health.
Thanks to Guardian Health for their support