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Briefs: Alzheimer s Association welcomes new Marion County coordinator
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Alzheimer’s Association welcomes new Marion County program coordinator
MARION - The Alzheimer’s Association Central Ohio Chapter has announced Wendy Breen as the new program coordinator for Marion County. Breen is responsible for connecting all county residents with any needed care and support services the Alzheimer s Association provides, including information and referral as well as individual/family care consultations. She is also responsible for facilitating community education programs, support groups, volunteer management and partnerships.
Breen has been working for the Alzheimer s Association since November 2018; prior to that she was a volunteer at the agency leading a support group. Along with experience as a social services supervisor in long term care, Breen has her Master s degree in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University and is an LISW-S. She has also watched her
The Zoo Is Our Life : Jack Hanna s Family Reveals Dementia Diagnosis, Retirement From Public Eye By Lydia Taylor Ohio UPDATED 5:35 PM ET Apr. 07, 2021 PUBLISHED 1:24 PM ET Apr. 07, 2021 PUBLISHED 1:24 PM EDT Apr. 07, 2021
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OHIO Well-renowned animal expert and advocate Jack Hanna, 74, has been diagnosed with dementia, his family revealed in a letter Wednesday, and will be stepping back from public life.
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Jack Hanna, more commonly known as Jungle Jack, has dementia, his family revealed Wednesday
In a letter written by his three daughters, they said Hanna will be taking a step back from public appearances
Hanna has worked at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for more than 40 years, first serving as executive director and then moving into the spokesperson role
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LANCASTER - The following blood drives will be held locally.
March is Red Cross Month, and the Red Cross is celebrating blood, platelet and plasma donors for stepping up to meet the constant need for blood amid the pandemic. In thanks for being a vital part of the organization’s lifesaving mission, all who come to give March 15-26 will receive an exclusive Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.
Upcoming blood drives
Lancaster: March 22, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., Crossroads, 2095 W. Fair Ave
March 28: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Johns Family Community Blood Drive, 343 E. Walnut St.
March 30: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Johns Family Community Blood Drive, 343 E. Walnut St.
COLUMBUS â The Alzheimerâs Association Central Ohio Chapter will be presenting three virtual educational programs to help the community and families impacted by the disease.
These presentations cover a variety of topics and occur at different times during the day and evening via videoconferencing to allow individuals to participate in the convenience of their homes.
They will discuss topics such as what is Alzheimerâs disease, how do you manage behaviors, legal and financial issues and how to better communicate. The programs are very helpful for anyone experiencing signs of memory loss, their family members who may be concerned, and the community member looking for more education.