Briefly

By KELLY STEFANI
© St. Petersburg Times,
published November 27, 2001

Resources in Hillsborough

The newest edition of the Hillsborough County Gold Resource Directors is now available for shipment. The directory provides current information for older adults and their caregivers about community services and programs designed to meet their needs. Each directory is $10 plus $2 shipping and handling. To order a directory, call toll-free 1-800-336-2226, ext. 238.

Need a speaker?

Does your group or organization want to learn more about services provided through the Area Agencies on Aging and the Aging Network? The Speakers Bureau is ready to respond to speaking engagements in Hillsborough, Polk, Highlands, Hardee and Manatee Counties. To book a speaker, call (813) 740-3888, ext. 233.

For oncology care

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute is now offering a Senior Adult Oncology Program. Patients undergo a comprehensive geriatric assessment that considers other diseases patients may have, medications they take, nutritional habits, social situations, living situations and cognitive functions. This assessment is used to design a treatment program that works best for the patient. For more information on this program and others, call (813) 632-1478..

Personal history a valuable legacy

Seniors can learn how to leave a legacy through a 16-week Personal Life History writing class beginning at 10 a.m. Jan. 4 at Heritage Village, 11909 125th St. N, Largo. Classes provide instruction and encouragement in writing, pictures, graphics, cover design and many other areas required to produce a book. Class fee is $50. For registration, call (727) 725-2889.

Councils seek volunteers

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Councils of the Tampa Bay area seek volunteers to serve as advocates to residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities to investigate and resolve resident complaints.

Volunteer's responsibilities may include periodic inspection of facilities and travel expenses to and from facilities will be reimbursed. Prospective ombudsmen should be free from a conflict of interest and will be interviewed before selection by local council members.

The councils also are seeking specialized volunteers such as licensed pharmacists and social workers, elder law attorneys and registered dietitians.

To volunteer, call 588-6912 for the Mid- and South Pinellas council, 834-3127 for the North Pinellas and Pasco council or (813) 871-7185 for the West Central Florida council.

Caregivers of stroke victims invited to event

The Suncoast Health Council will hold a free forum and relaxation period for caregivers of adult stroke survivors 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Walter Fuller Recreation Center, 7891 26th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. Fun and relaxing activities include massages, makeovers, manicures, pedicures, water aerobics, lap swimming, pet therapy and more. Presentation topics include "Lighten Up With Laughter," "Accessing the Internet" and "Stroke Survivor Rehabilitation Strategies." Registration required; limited to 100 participants. Call (727) 217-7070.

- Compiled by KELLY STEFANI of the Times staff

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