San Diego, CA - August 15, 2015

[ANA Forum Admin]

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP MEETING INVITATION
Please plan to join us at the next meeting of your local Acoustic Neuroma Support Group.
We welcome you to learn about the latest treatment options, to network with other acoustic neuroma
patients and find encouragement and support.

DATE/TIME:
Saturday, August 15th, 2015
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE NEW MEETING LOCATION:
San Diego Public Library - Rancho Bernardo Branch
17110 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92128

TOPICS:
Health Benefits of Tai Chi and Its Role in Rehabilitation
Presented by Patricia Hoekman, 14 yr. Tai Chi Practitioner and Private Instructor
Be prepared to participate - dress with mobility in mind. Tai Chi is especially useful for
improving balance and preventing falls - a major concern for acoustic neuroma patients
because it targets all the physical components needed to stay upright - leg strength,
flexibility, range of motion, and reflexes.
Meet and Greet, Caring and Sharing, Group Discussion Time

Please bring a snack to share. Bottled water will be available free of charge.

TO RSVP, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP LEADERS:
Wanda Crook, Local Support Group Leader/Facilitator
Helen McHargue, Local Support Group Leader/Facilitator

Wanda Crook, PT, and Helen McHargue,  acoustic neuroma post-treatment patients, will facilitate meeting.

NOTE Social Media Sites
Facebook - Acoustic Neuroma Association San Diego Support Group (ANASDSG)
ANA San Diego Support Group Blog - www.anasandiegosupport.blogspot.com

Who should attend? Family members, caregivers, friends and interested persons are encouraged to attend.

Benefits of attending a local support group include communicating in a nurturing, non-judgmental environment
with others who have shared a common acoustic neuroma experience; sharing information on dealing with specific problems,
educational opportunities about the latest acoustic neuroma topics of interest; and providing emotional support to all patients,
both pre- and post-treatment. This helps in reducing the isolation and loneliness that many acoustic neuroma patients feel.