Bickford of Davenport

Thank you to all our friends and family members that joined us for "Memories in a Making" at the Figge, a special art auction supporting the Alzheimer's Association. We are honored to have been part of the event helping to raise funds and awareness for such a note worthily cause. Please help us to congratulate our Quad City Bickford Friend, Shirley, whose art was chosen to be auctioned off live at the event. From farm scenes, memories of fishing, abstract figures, to happy rainbow sunny days, the auction provided great fun for all. Please stay toned for information to join Bickford of the Quad Cities Alzheimer's Walk Team.

Thank you to the many families that have been joining us for our monthly Alzheimer’s Support Group. A special thank you is extended to our special guests that joined us this month from Gentiva Home Healthcare. Erin and Jamie did a fabulous job of explaining their “Balance” program. We encourage you to contact them anytime for more information. (309) 786-3700. We are excited to announce that Beacon of Hope Hospice has helped to make it possible for Neurologist, Dr. Waseem Ahmad to join us at May’s support group. Dr. Ahmad specializes in general neurology which includes neurological testing, EEG, EMG, sleep studies, and the evaluation and treatment of disorders of the brain, spine, and the nervous system. Dr. Ahmad is responsible for The Memory Clinic that specializes in services for people with memory loss and dementia. Diagnosis and intervention is provided for people concerned about changes in their memory or the memory of someone that they love. Dr. Ahmad brings with him a wealth of information and years of experience diagnosing and treating individuals with dementia related health concerns. Please join us for what is sure to be a wonderful discussion. Thank you again to our Co-Host Beacon of Hope. We are honored to have such a great relationship with Beacon of Hope in our Quad City Bickford Branches and are excited for you all to meet Robb, Heather, & James. Alzheimer’s Support Group is open to our Bickford Families as well as the public. A light evening meal is always provided. To help us accommodate everyone, please email shaleen.sorgen@enrichinghappiness.com or by phone at (563) 210-6715, to say that you will be joining us. Bickford’s group meets at the Bettendorf Community Center the last Wednesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. The date for May’s event is May 29th. The address is: 2204 Grant Street; Bettendorf, IA. With many exciting events being planned every day, please contact Shelby at our Davenport Branch to be added to her weekly email. Shelby can be reached by phone at (563) 322-0000 or by email at shelbyatbickfordcottage@gmail.com Shelby and our Bickford Friends have an outing planned for June 12th & June 14th aboard the Celebration Belle River Boat. Boarding time is 8:15 am, boat will depart at 9:30am, and will return at 11 am. The Celebration Belle boarding and drop off point is located along the Mississippi River in Moline: 2501 River Drive, Moline, IL. We’d love to have you as our guest as we enjoy a captain narrated historic and relaxing cruise up the Mighty Mississippi River. The event is sure to be one to remember. Special discounted price has been offered to our group of $7.50 per person. Soft Drinks will be available for $1.00 each. To reserve your spot, please contact Shelby! Call Davenport Director, Laura, to schedule a tour or to join us for an activity anytime at (563) 322-0000. If you have specific questions about the Davenport Branch, or would be interested in speaking a bit more about vacancies for your loved one, please feel free to contact Shaleen, Bickford Quad Cities Marketing Director at (563) 210-6715.

Please join us Friday, May 3rd, 2013 at the Figge Art Museum, Davenport, IA from 5:30- 9pm for what promises to be a magical event; Memories in the Making. This special art show and auction's proceeds support the Alzheimer's Association. If you have questions about the event or would like to donate to the Alzheimer's Association to support the event, please contact our Moline Director Melissa Scott at (309) 736-0700 or Shaleen Sorgen at(563) 210-6715. We look forward to taking part in this special night.

Thank you to all that attending our Monthly “Creating Moments of Happiness” Dementia Support Group. We had a great turn out and wonderful conversation. A special thank you goes out to our co-host & speaker Attorney Melissa Uzzell. Her expertise in the elder law field really prompted great questions from our Bickford Friends of the Family and we hope that she gave everyone something to think about in regards to preparing for the long term needs of their loved one. We look forward to next month’s support group, hosted always on the last Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm at the Bettendorf Community Center located at 2204 Grant Street. We hope to see you next month! Call or email Shaleen Sorgen if you have any questions at (563) 210-6715 or Shaleen.sorgen@enrichinghappiness.com