Alzheimer’s, dementia eyed Southwest Oklahoma Community Health Improvement Organization discusses ways to combat Alzheimer’s disease in Jackson County
Altus TimesApr 14, 2017
The subcommittee works to increase access to health care services in
Members making up the subcommittee have ties to health care, medical and elderly care service, as well as ties to municipal government and the history of health care development in
Members of the subcommittee discussed ways to spread the word about Alzheimer’s and dementia research.
“I want people to hear that Alzheimer’s is not some disease that we’re going to live with,” Chair
The 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in
“Lawton is a long way to go to participate,”
A lack of promotion, funding and the heat of an
“Being in home health we know there are Alzheimer’s patients in the community and a support group that meets,”
The subcommittee discussed inviting those with loved ones affected by the disease to walk with, to honor or in memory of the victims of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Brainstorming other ways to bring attention to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, the groups discussed the possibility of seeking vendors, silent auction donations, or support for a community dinner in conjunction with a potential walk.
Though no definitive plans have been made, the subcommittee hopes to continue to brainstorm ideas, access resources, and take action if possible.
“If we were to disappear in a month, would anyone miss us?” Riffle said. “I don’t want to be a part of a committee that doesn’t do anything. I want this committee to get things done.”
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