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Education Opportunities
Hope Network Rehabilitation Services has many opportunities for you to learn more about us and get involved!
"Expressions of Hope" Art Exhibit |
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Who: |
Everyone |
When: |
On-going |
Where: |
Bestsellers Bookstore & Coffee Co., 360 S. Jefferson, Mason, MI |
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The artists in this exhibit are survivors of traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, or related catastrophic injury or illness. A collection of their original work. |
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517-332-1616 |
SCI Wellness Group |
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Who: |
Survivors, family members, caregivers, professionals |
When: |
2nd Wed of each month @ 12:00pm,
starts Jan 08 |
Where: |
Brain Function Assessment Center, 2700 Robert T Longway Blvd., Ste. I, Flint, MI 48503 |
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More Info: |
Dr. Stucky's office 810-239-1975 |
Eaton-Ingham Spinal Cord Injury Support Team |
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Who: |
Survivors, family members, caregivers, and professionals |
When: |
2nd Thursday of each month @ 1:00pm |
Where: |
Senior Center in Charlotte |
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Please call for questions or specific information. |
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Stewart VanAlstine: 517-541-0852 |
BIG (Brain Injury Group) |
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Who: |
Michigan State University Students |
When: |
Dates Vary Per Semester |
Where: |
MSU, Bessey Hall, Room 220 |
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Please call for questions or specific information. |
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Virginia Rutan: 517-884-1908 |
AmpuTeam Walking & Running Schools |
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Who: |
Open to all amputees and rehab professionals who desire an opportunity to learn techniques for increasing functional prosthetic control. |
When: |
11/13, 12/11, 1/15, 2/12, & 3/11; 4:30pm-7pm |
Where: |
Spectrum Health Kent Community Campus; Outpatient Services, 750 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids - 1st Floor Outpatient Therapy Gym, Room 1124 |
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At the AmpuTeam Walking & Running Schools, amputees will learn various exercises and training methods designed to help them reach their personal activity level goals. Therapists will have the opportunity to assist amputees in their exercises and be able to implement these hands-on skills in their practices.
Come dressed to participate in stretching, strengthening, and running exercises! Wear shorts or loose clothing and tennis shoes. Family members are strongly encouraged to attend. They are valued and important members of the AmpuTeam! |
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Pre-Registration is not necessary. If you need more information, please call Brad Shebib at (800) 482-0222 ext 8327.
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Lansing Area Aphasia Support Group |
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Who: |
All individuals & family members affected by aphasia, therapy providers, & those interested in learning more about aphasia are welcome and encouraged to attend. |
When: |
4th Wednesday of every month from 2:00pm-3:00pm |
Where: |
Hope Network, 2775 East Lansing Dr, East Lansing, MI 48823 |
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Aphasia is an impairment of the ability to use or comprehend words, usually acquired as a result of a stroke or other brain injury.
We encourage you to attend. This event is free. |
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For more information, please contact:
Chris Schneider, Speech Language Pathologist; Hope Network; (517) 332-1616 ext: 240
Brooke Frommeyer, Speech Language Pathologist; Sparrow Health System; (517) 364-2094 |
BIA (Brain Injury Association) of Michigan - Grand Rapids Chapter |
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Who: |
Survivors, Family Members, Caregivers, Professionals |
When: |
First Tuesday of the Month |
Where: |
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital |
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More Info: |
Call 616-949-1100 ext. 247 for more information. |
BIA (Brain Injury Association) of Michigan - Lansing Chapter |
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Who: |
Survivors, Family Members, Caregivers, Professionals |
When: |
Fist Wednesday of the Month
7:00 PM |
Where: |
Valley Court Ctr. 201 Hillsdale Court East Lansing, MI |
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Local Chapter's monthly meeting for education, advocacy, support |
More Info: |
Brian Beaumont 517-321-8899 |
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