RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson

Happy New Year! January Meeting

2012-01-20T16:44:00.006-07:00

RSD Care & Share is a Tucson community of chronic pain sufferers who meet on the 3rd Saturday of each month. This month's meeting is tomorrow, January 21, 2012. We hope you can attend.

Happy New Year! Wishing you all a wonderful, healthy 2012!!

TUCSON RSD CARE & SHARE MEETING:

February 21, 2012, starting at 3 PM
at the
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon and north of Speedway)

Meetings generally last about 2 hours. In right column you will find a Link to a Map to Monthly Meetings. Also, you may call Pam at 731-8333 or Sheila at 271-3287 if you need further directions, or have questions of any kind.

This will be a general meeting offering conversation, support and socializing. We are always open to questions and suggestions for future meetings, including speakers, topics and whatever else you can come up with (bearing in mind the physical limitations of some of our members - we have, in the past, even met up at the Desert Museum, so suggestions for outings and get-togethers outside the regular scheduled meeting times are also welcomed).

We hope you can join us this Saturday (tomorrow!!).

Don't Bear It Alone!

Sheila Reynolds for
Pam Horton
Coordinator
RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson
TucsonRSD@yahoo.com
520-731-8333
www.tucsonrsd.blogspot.com

May 14, 2011 Support Group Meeting

2011-04-18T19:22:00.003-07:00

Saturday May 14

3:00 PM

3959 E. Mabel

Masonic Lodge

(near Alvernon and Speedway- link to map in right hand column of this page

We will be enjoying our last meeting of the year before the summer break, will get in touch with our summer fun BINGO for August.

Happy April - Monthly Meeting this Saturday

2011-04-04T14:23:00.002-07:00

Saturday, April 9th 3 PM 3959 E. Mabel (Masonic Lodge) (Near Alvernon and Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page) Join us in a save environment with people experiencing similar conditions, symptoms, and situations. We will be having a group discussion. We look forward to seeing you!

March Meeting

2011-03-09T23:44:00.001-07:00

Saturday, March 12th

3 PM

3959 E. Mabel

Masonic Lodge

(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

We will be having a group discussion.

If you, or someone you love, suffers from CRPS/RSD or another chronic pain condition, then please join us.

Meeting this Saturday

2011-02-11T23:24:00.002-07:00

We will be having our monthly meeting this Saturday:

February 12, 2011
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon and Speedway - see link in right column for a map)

We will be having a group discussion based on topics from a recent RSDSA newsletter.

We hope you can join us.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Happy New Year!

2011-01-06T07:59:00.002-07:00

Happy New Year everyone!

We will resume monthly meetings this Saturday.

Saturday, January 8th
3PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

This Saturday we will catch up and have a group discussion.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just by being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Happy Holidays! No meetings in November or December

2010-11-09T20:13:00.003-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Because of busy holiday schedules, we have opted not to have support group meetings in November or December. We will resume monthly meetings on January 8th.

And due to low turn-out in recent years, we will not have a holiday luncheon either.

Instead of having a party and doing a gift exchange, we would like for members to make a donation of $5 or more to help children in need. The RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson will match donations from our members, and will present a check to the Masonic Lodge for their "Children's Crisis at Christmas" charity project. This will help needy children and will also serve as a "Thank You" to the Masons for the use of their building for our meetings and events.

Please make checks out to: RSD Care & Share Support Group
Mail checks to: Pam Horton
9139 E Calle Diego
Tucson AZ 85710

Thank you for your generosity!

Have a wonderful holiday season! See you in January.

October Meeting - Show and Tell

2010-09-26T22:29:00.002-07:00

RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson
Saturday, October 9th, 3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E Mabel
(near Speedway and Alvernon - see link to map in right hand column of this page)

For this meeting, it is Pain Relief Show and Tell.

Bring something, or come prepared to tell us about something, besides medication, that helps reduce your pain. This can be a special pillow, wrap, socks, aromatherapy - whatever helps keep you comfortable and helps keep your pain level and/or stress level down.

We also welcome brief book reviews on any books that you might recommend to the group (regarding chronic pain, general health, and related topics).

Come join us. It will be a wonderful experience of socializing and learning from one another. Family members, friends, and caregivers are welcome, as is anyone with chronic pain.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.

(If you have any questions regarding this meeting or the group, please call Pam Horton at 520-731-8333, or email us at tucsonrsd@yahoo.com

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.

Monthly Meetings Resume

2010-09-05T00:34:00.003-07:00

Saturday, September 11th
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

We will be reviewing some of the new and ongoing research and studies, and having a group topic discussion.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Hope to see you there.

Anniversary Celebration

2010-06-15T13:52:00.003-07:00

You are invited to attend our group's 6th Anniversary Celebration

1 PM
Saturday, June 19th, 2010
Masonic Lodge
3959 E Mabel (near Alvernon and Speedway)

We will be providing sandwiches and would like for you to bring side dishes.

Please RSVP to tucsonrsd@yahoo.com

We hope to see you there!

Anniversary Celebration Postponed

2010-05-06T23:37:00.002-07:00

May is our group's 6 year anniversary. We were originally going to have a celebration in May, but have run into a number of scheduling problems. As a result, the celebration has been postponed.

We will post further details once we nail down a date.

Thank you for your patience.

Summer vacation

2010-04-05T00:02:00.003-07:00

Our group will NOT be having meetings in May, June, July or August.

Due to the heat and family vacations and so forth, our summer attendance is usually very low. As a result, we will not be having monthly meetings during these months.

However, we may schedule some social activities (BINGO, going to see a play or musical performance, Summer Saturday Evenings at the Desert Museum, or who knows what.)

Visit this site for updates on future events.

We will resume monthly meetings in September.

NO April Meeting

2010-04-04T23:46:00.002-07:00

We will not be having a meeting in April.

A few of the key members are unable to attend and therefore we have decided to cancel the meeting.

Please visit this site for updates on future meetings and events.

Happy Spring Everyone!

February Support Group Meeting

2010-02-08T12:26:00.001-07:00

Saturday, February 13, 2010
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

This Saturday we will have a group discussion.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Hope to see you there!

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

2010-01-28T02:38:00.000-07:00

No December Meeting - HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

2009-12-07T00:51:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone. I can't believe it is December already!

This is just a quick reminder that we will not be having a December meeting. (too many people out of town and using their energy to prepare for Christmas and so forth.)

Thank you to those of you who did attend the Christmas lunch on Saturday. And for the rest of you, we missed you and hope you are doing well.

Our next regular support group meeting will be Saturday, January 9th at 3 PM.

Enjoy the holiday season and we will see you next year.

Take Care!

September Support Group Meeting

2009-09-07T15:12:00.000-07:00

Saturday, September 12, 2009
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

This Saturday we will have a group discussion.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Hope to see you there!

Summer Vacation

2009-06-16T12:39:00.000-07:00

I hope you are doing well.

Summer is upon us, and everyone has vacations planned, family activities to particpate in, or they are hiding inside from the heat. As a result, we are going to take a little break from our monthly support group meetings.

We will not have meetings in July or August. So our next meeting will be September 12th. I hope to see you then.

Have a good summer and Take Care!!

July Meeting - Info from the RSDSA Conference

2009-06-08T18:25:00.001-07:00

Saturday, June 13th, 2009
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

This Saturday Rhonda will share some of the information provided at this year’s RSDSA Annual Conference. This will include recent studies and observations by experts.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Hope to see you there!

Anniversary Lunch

2009-05-11T10:46:00.002-07:00

This month is our support group's 5 year anniversary!

To celebrate, we are inviting you to join us for lunch.

Saturday, May 16, 2009
1 PM
Fronimo's
3242 E. Speedway
(Between Country Club and Alvernon - closest to Country Club - in the strip mall next to the Walgreen's. Parking is behind the building.)

Fronimo's is a good but inexpensive Greek restaurant. It's casual, so no need to dress up. And don't worry, if you don't like Greek, they have burgers, other sandwiches, and so forth. Everyone is responsible for buying their own meal. And of course, you can always just come and socialize with us without eating, if you wish.

Check them out at www.fronimos.com. There is a menu, map, etc.

Please RSVP to tucsonrsd@yahoo.com by May 15th so that we know how many seats to hold. If you don't RSVP and you are able to come, go ahead and show up. We'll find you a seat ;-).

Hope to see you Saturday!!

INTRODUCTION TO NEUROSTIMULATION

2009-05-05T00:02:00.001-07:00

Who: RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson

When: Saturday, May 9th, 3:00 PM

Where: Masonic Lodge, 3959 E. Mabel (near Alvernon & Speedway)

What: RSD / CRPS and Chronic Pain Support Group

For this meeting we will have a guest speaker presenting an “Introduction to Neurostimulation.” Neurostimulation, also known as Spinal cord stimulation, is a widely accepted medical therapy for people who suffer from certain types of chronic pain. SCS uses a small implanted device to generate tiny electrical pulses that replace the feeling of pain with a tingling or massaging sensation. It is a FDA-approved therapy for treatment of chronic neuropathic pain of the trunk and limbs (back, legs and arms). Our guest speaker will be a rep from St. Jude Medical’s Neuromodulation Division. Also, support group members Pam Horton and Rhonda Smith, who both have stimulators from St. Jude, will be available to tell their stories and answer questions.

Come join us to meet one another, support each other, and to learn more ways to alleviate pain. It will be a wonderful experience of socializing and learning. Family members and friends are welcome, as is anyone in chronic pain.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

NO APRIL Support Group Meeting - DESERT MUSEUM Instead

2009-04-07T13:56:00.000-07:00

For April, we have decided to have a more social activity instead of our regular meeting. We will be visiting the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum.

Saturday, April 11, 2009
10 AM meet at Masonic Lodge where we have our usual meetings for a
10:15 departure (carpool/caravan)
(Desert Museum is open until 5 PM, but we don't have to stay that long)

We will meet for lunch and during that break, I will share what I learned at the RSDSA National Conference.

Admission is $13 (also bring money for food, drinks, and souvenirs)

For more information on the Desert Museum visit www.desertmuseum.org.

I hope you can join us!

Upcoming Events and meetings

2009-03-19T16:32:00.002-07:00

We are continuing to meet every month on the second Saturday of each month. But we have decided to schedule some social events in place of some of our upcoming meetings or in addition to our regular meetings. Here is a schedule:

March 27, 2009 - RSDSA National Conference - Scottsdale (for registered attendees only)
April 11, 2009 - Desert Museum - meet at Masonic Lodge at 10 AM for 10:15 departure (no 3 PM meeting). We will review info from RSDSA National conference over lunch.
May 9, 2009 - Guest Speaker - Neurostimulation (Spinal Cord Stimulation) for the treatment of nerve pain of the trunk and/or limbs
May 16th - tentative anniversary lunch at Fronimo's - 1 PM
June 13, 2009 - Regular 3 PM meeting at Masonic Lodge
June 14, 2009 - BINGO at Shrine (Noon)

Visit here for more details and updates as we have them.

We hope to see you soon!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

2008-12-10T09:11:00.002-07:00

Reminder: No monthly meeting this Saturday – Christmas Luncheon on December 18th instead. More details for charitable giving to needy family below.

CHRISTMAS PARTY !!!!

Who: RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson

When: Thursday, December 18, 2008 - 1:00 PM thru 3:00 PM

Where: El Parador Restaurant (Fireplace Room)
2744 E. Broadway Blvd.
(South side of road, between Tucson Blvd. and Country Club)
520-881-2744
Reservation under RSD Support Group (Rhonda)

What: RSD / CRPS and Chronic Pain Support Group

Instead of our regular monthly meeting, we will be enjoying a Christmas Celebration! Complete with food, friends and charity.

We will not have a discussion topic, but this is an excellent opportunity to mingle and talk with others in attendance.

In the spirit of the holidays – instead if exchanging gifts with each other - we ask that each person attending the meeting bring a gift for a family of children in need (see details below).

Please feel free to bring family members and friends. We would love for them to join in our celebration!

We will eat and mingle. A nice break in the holiday rush.

We look forward to seeing you at our party!

If you have not already done so, please RSVP by email to tucsonrsd@yahoo.com.

Happy Holidays!

Family in Need:

We have six children and a grandmother who could use our help. The children previously lost their parents and were living with an aunt, but recently lost their aunt and a sibling in an accident. They are now living with their grandmother and need even basic items. In cooperation with the Eastern Star chapter who has donated to our group and the Masonic Lodge where we have our monthly meetings and expo, we will be donating needed items and Christmas gifts to this family.

Here is a list of some of the things they need:

Clothes
Shoes
Bedding
Hygiene products
Cleaning Supplies
School Supplies
Christmas gifts
Gift cards

Here are more details on the family (2 girls, 4 boys and 1 grandmother):

Heosig – female – 15 years old – shirt size large – pant size 14 – shoe size 8 ½

Teresa – female – 12 years old – shirt size large – pant size 16 – shoe size 9

Manuel – male – 10 years old – shirt size large – pant size 16 – shoe size 7 ½

Judumi – male – 8 years old – shirt size medium – pant size 12 – shoe size 2 ½

Baiag – male – 6 years old – shirt size medium – pant size 12 – shoe size 2 ½

Mahsig – male – 5 years old – shirt size small – pant size 5T – shoe size children’s 12

Grandmother – Rochelle – 59 years old – shirt size XL – pant size 18 – shoe size 10 ½

Please note: You DO NOT need to bring gifts or items for each family member. Just bring what you can. Items can be “gently used.” If you want to wrap the Christmas gifts, please put them in gift bags that are not sealed shut and indicate which child they are for. Please bring the items to the Christmas party and we will make arrangements to deliver them to the family.

Thank you for your help!

November Meeting – Nov. 8 - 3PM

2008-11-06T23:26:00.001-07:00

Saturday, November 8, 2008
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

This Saturday we will have a group discussion.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Hope to see you there!

Fall is Here

2008-10-03T09:16:00.002-07:00

After a nice summer break, we have started to have our monthly meetings again. (Second Saturday of each month at 3 PM.) The next meeting will be on October 11th.

RSD Care and Share Support Group of Tucson
Saturday, October 11, 2008
3PM
3959 E. Mabel
(Masonic Lodge just Northeast of Alvernon and Speedway)
see link to map in right hand column of this page

If you suffer from RSD/CRPS or any other type of chronic pain, please join us.

In addition, on October 18th, we will be hosting a Chronic Pain Information Expo.
Please visit www.painexpo.blogspot.com for more details.

Happy Fall!

Updates and Reminders

2008-08-03T21:16:00.003-07:00

Hello everyone. I hope your summer is going well!

Just a few updates for you:

No support group meeting in August
Join us to play BINGO on Sunday, August 10th - see details below
Join us for a visit to Summer Saturday nights at the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum on Saturday, August 30th - see details below
Next support group meeting is Saturday, September 13th
RSDSA Conference in Phoenix on Friday, October 3rd - more details to come
Chonic Pain Information Expo here in Tucson on Saturday, October 18th - more details to come

We have lots of wonderful activities coming up and I hope you can join us!
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BINGO
When: Sunday, August 10th - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Where: Sabbar Shrine Temple - 450 S. Tucson Blvd.
located on Tucson Blvd. between Broadway and 22nd (on West side of the street)

How it works:

Please RSVP by sending an email to tucsonrsd@yahoo.com by Saturday, August 9th, so we can save you a seat.
on Sunday, August 10th, arrive at the Shrine between 11:30 AM and Noon so that Pam can help us get our cards and everything set up.
Bingo begins around 12:45 PM
The cards are sold in packs of 13 sheets (1 sheet for each regular game). A pack of 13 single sheets (3 cards each) is $3.00. A pack of 13 double sheets (6 cards each) is $6.00. And a pack of triple sheets (9 cards per sheet) is $9.00.
There are 13 regular games worth $100. There is one game that is worth a $150 Jr. jackpot.
In addition to the regular games, there are 7 special games. You can buy individual sheets of 3 cards for each of these special games for $1 each.
If you haven't played before, it sounds a little confusing. But Pam can explain it all to us and keep us on track. So if you need help, show up early.
BINGO ends around 4:00 PM

Some more info:
BINGO at the Shrine is open to the public. This is not a special event just for us. So if you enjoy it, please look into going more often. Pam can tell you the schedule.
Proceeds from BINGO at the Shrine go toward the many community service projects that the Shriners do, including their hospitals.

Come hungry - there is a "snack bar" with burgers, hot dogs, salads, club sandwiches, sides, etc. They have waitresses to bring you your food and any tips given to the waitresses go into a fund to provide transportation for patients and their families.

There is no smoking inside the Shrine, but you can smoke outside.

We will have a lot of fun playing, eating, socializing and just taking a break to relax and enjoying ourselves. So please join us. Everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends.

Please RSVP by sending an email to tucsonrsd@yahoo.com by Saturday, August 9th
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Arizona Sonora Desert Museum "Summer Saturday Nights"

When: Saturday, August 30th - 4:30 PM - ?
Where: meet at the Masonic Lodge to carpool, 3959 E. Mabel
located just Northeast of Alvernon and Speedway

Admission is $6 (also bring money for dinner, beverages, souvenirs, etc.)

A few of us went in June and had a wonderful time. Unfortunately there were some people who were very interested in attending, but they just couldn't make it then, so we're going again. This is a great time to visit the Desert Museum - as the sun sets, the temperatures cool a little bit - many of the animals are nocturnal, so you might catch a glimpse of some more of them up and around than you would during the day - and they have some special events planned. On this particular night they have a Native American storyteller sharing legends of the night sky. There is also a special presentation on venomous reptiles.

If you have never been to the desert museum - you really must go. And if you're like me, you'll enjoy going over and over again.

Please RSVP by sending an email to tucsonrsd@yahoo.com by Friday, August 29th, so we don't leave without you.

I hope to see you soon!

Take Care,

Rhonda Smith
Coordinator
RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson

"Don't Bear It Alone"

July Party Cancelled

2008-06-28T00:03:00.001-07:00

I'm sorry, but due to several set-backs, we must cancel the potluck and pool party that was originally scheduled for July 5th.

Please visit here again soon for details to be posted about events for August and future dates.

Have a wonderful Summer!

SUMMER FUN - No Support Group Meetings in June, July and August

2008-05-13T23:19:00.002-07:00

It's time for SUMMER FUN! In June, July and August, instead of having our regular monthly support group meetings, we will have monthly social events.

JUNE
Arizona Sonora Desert Museum "Summer Saturday Nights"
Saturday, June 21, 2008
4:30 PM - ? (meet at the Masonic Lodge, 3959 E. Mabel, to carpool)
Admission $6 (also bring money for dinner, beverages, souvenirs, etc.)

This is the best time to go - the price is lower, the majority of the animals are nocturnal and are therefore more active, and as the night falls, the temperature cools.

JULY
4th of July Potluck and Pool Party at Dawn's House
Saturday, July 5, 2008
10:00 AM - ?

More details to come

AUGUST
BINGO
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Noon - 4 PM
Sabbar Shrine Temple, 450 S. Tucson Blvd. (between 22nd and Broadway)

Starting at $3 - more for additional cards, special games, food, etc.

April Meeting - 4/12/08 3PM

2008-04-09T21:11:00.002-07:00

Saturday, April 12, 2008
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

For this meeting, we will be joined by Kalama Hochreiter. She is a medical social worker in home care in the Tucson area. She has been a Reiki Master teacher here since 1994 and works with the Program for Integrative Medicine (Andrew Weil MD) teaching Reiki to the MDs who participate in his program. She also uses and teaches Universal White Time Healing. This is an energy healing method that far surpasses Reiki and works more effectively and completely. Kalama helped treat one of our member’s RSD pain using Universal White Time Healing. Our member, Marie-France, will share her experience with this healing method.

Come join us to meet one another, support each other, to learn more about Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy / Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and ways to alleviate pain. It will be a wonderful experience of socializing and learning. Family members and friends are welcome, as is anyone in chronic pain.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

October Meeting - October 13, 3PM

2007-10-11T09:01:00.000-07:00

This Saturday we will have a group discussion.

Please join us in this safe environment where you will be surrounded by others who understand and care. It is amazing how much better you will feel just being there.

Don't Bear It Alone!

Hope to see you there!

July Meeting - July 14, 2007 - 3PM

2007-07-11T01:29:00.000-07:00

Saturday, July 14, 2007
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

For this meeting, it is Pain Relief Show and Tell. Bring something or come prepared to tell us about something, besides medication, that helps reduce your pain. This can be a special pillow, wrap, socks, aromatherapy - whatever helps keep you comfortable and helps keep your pain level and/or stress level down.

We also welcome a brief book review on any books you might recommend to the group.

Come join us to meet one another, support each other, to learn more about Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy / Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and ways to alleviate pain. It will be a wonderful experience of socializing and learning. Family members and friends are welcome, as is anyone in chronic pain.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

2007-05-09T23:24:00.000-07:00

May Support Group Meeting
Saturday, May 12, 2007
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel (near Alvernon & Speedway) - link to map in right hand column of this page

This meeting marks our group's 3 year anniversary. Thank you to everyone who has attended the meetings, the people who have kept the group running, and all of those who have been supporters of our group over the years!

Come join us this Saturday for a group discussion. Then we will have cake, mingle and celebrate.

Hope to see you there.

Missed You!

2007-05-09T23:23:00.000-07:00

Hi. I'm Rhonda and I am the coordinator for the RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson. For the past few months, I have not been feeling well. As a result, I have not had a chance to update this blog and to keep up with the support group activities.

I want to apologize for my absence and to thank those who have been there to keep the group going!

We will do our best to always have our monthly meetings - the second Saturday of each month at 3 PM. And we hope to see you there.

Thank you,

Rhonda

Happy New Year!

2007-01-11T22:37:00.000-07:00

January Support Group Meeting
Saturday, January 13, 2007
3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel (near Alvernon & Speedway) - link to map in right hand column of this page

For this month’s meeting we will be joined by, Marsha Drozdoff, who willspeak to us about using Reiki to Reduce Stress & Pain in the New Year.

Marsha Drozdoff is a licensed Clinical Social Worker at UMC whom for over 30 years has worked in health care. She has assisted individuals in better coping with the impact of illness, treatment needs, discomfort and quality of life issues. She has studied, utilized or taught mind-body interventions during this time including breathing and visualization techniques, cognitive behavioral interventions, the use of art and music for healing and more recently Reiki. Marsha was introduced to Reiki as part of her own healing journey in 1999 and has studied it and used it daily on herself since then with outstanding success. She is now a Certified Reiki Master Teacher and received a grant to teach Reiki as a modality of stress reduction and relaxation to minority women with Breast Cancer.

Hope to see you there!

NO DECEMBER MEETING - Christmas Party

2006-11-16T11:49:00.000-07:00

Just a quick note to let everyone know that we will NOT be having our monthly meeting on December 9th. Instead, we will have a Christmas party on December 16th, at Mary Chrisman's house. Look for more information here soon.

Happy Holidays!

November Meeting - Sat., Nov. 11th, 3 PM

2006-11-07T23:03:00.000-07:00

Saturday, November 11, 2006
3 PM
Masonic Lodge 3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

This month we will focus on caregivers. The wonderful people who help us make it through each day. Whether it is someone who offers assistance daily, or just a ride to the doctor or help washing the dishes or cleaning the house, as we need it. These people are very important to us and this meeting offers us a chance to thank them and to take some time to understand their role, challenges and concerns. So please invite your family members, friends and other caregivers to attend this meeting with you.

We look forward to seeing you Saturday!

October Meeting - Sat., Oct. 14th - 3 PM

2006-10-11T01:15:00.000-07:00

Saturday, October 14, 2006
3 PM
Masonic Lodge 3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

For this month’s meeting we will be joined by, Dr. Michael Austin, who will speak to us about Bowen Therapy.

Michael Austin D.C., a licensed chiropractor since 1994, is a certified Advanced Bowen Professional through the Bowen Academy of Australia. Dr. Austin is also a certified Reiki master, Healing Touch practitioner, and Craniosacral therapist, with 11 years as an integrative medical practitioner. Dr. Austin has recently joined Integrative Medical Associates of Tucson.

Bowen therapy is a soft tissue technique where the practitioner accomplishes small, gentle moves across a target tissue, be it muscle, ligament, or nerve. These moves, called “Bowen moves,” are done in sequences of three or four at a time. Sequences of moves are interspersed with crucial breaks where the patient is left on the table for two to five minutes. Sequences of Bowen moves are utilized to treat a wide variety of conditions. Bowen therapy is a distinct technique. It is not massage, shiatsu, acupressure, or chiropractic.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

SPECIAL EVENT - September 19, 2006 - 6 PM

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SPECIAL PRESENTATION

Tuesday, September 19, 2006
6:00 PM
The Aquatic Neurological Rehab Center
2919 East Grant Road (near Grant & Country Club) map

The Aquatic Neurological Rehab Center is an outpatient physical, speech, and occupational therapy center specializing in treatment of neurological injuries and disorders. They also provide traditional physical and occupational therapy. Therapy treatments are completed in the water or in the therapy gym/offices. The two, state-of-the-art therapy pools feature 93 degree water, underwater treadmills, underwater video camera systems, massage hoses, and resistive jets. Therapists work together to provide complimentary procedures to improve a patient's mobility.

In addition to the therapy services, aquatic wellness sessions are available with an exercise physiologist. These 45 minute, one-on-one sessions are designed to meet personal wellness goals such as relaxation, strengthening, flexibility, or endurance in the comforting aquatic environment.

Please join us for a tour and to receive more information about the services available at the center.

August Meeting - Sat., August 12, 2006 - 3 PM

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Saturday, August 12, 2006
3 PM
Masonic Lodge 3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

No guest speaker - discussion meeting

Join Us!

July Meeting - JULY 8, 2006 - 3 PM

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Saturday, July 8, 2006, 3 PM
Masonic Lodge
3959 E. Mabel
(near Alvernon & Speedway - link to map in right hand column of this page)

No guest speaker - discussion meeting

We will get to know our new members, reflect on the expo, and have an open group discussion.

We'd love to have you join us.

Expo - THANK YOU

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Thank you to everyone who attended or participated in our 2nd Annual RSD and Chronic Pain Information Expo last month!

It was a wonderful event with a nice variety of exhibitors and speakers, and I hope everyone was able to gather some helpful information.

If you attended the expo, or were an exhibitor or speaker, we would love to get your feedback. Please email us at tucsonrsd@yahoo.com and let us know what you liked, what you thought we could improve, and who you would like to see at future events.

We have received several requests to hold this event more than once a year, but unfortunately, it's just a little too much work and expense at this time. But we will continue to hold monthly support group meetings, occasional special events, and this Expo once a year. Visit here periodically to see what we have planned.

Thank you Again!!

New Home

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Our support group has a new home for our monthly meetings.

The Masons at the Marion McDaniel Lodge have been kind enough to donate the use of their building for the majority of our monthly support group meetings.

The Masonic Lodge is located at 3959 E. Mabel (North of Speedway, East off of Alvernon - there is a link to a map in the right hand column of this page)

Meetings will be the 2nd Saturday of each month, at 3:00 PM.

There is a link to a calendar below that will be updated with info on future meetings. And announcements of those meetings will also be posted here in this blog.

Welcome

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Hello, and welcome to the blog for the RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson. Here you will find announcements about support group activities - the schedule of meetings, etc.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at tucsonrsd@yahoo.com.

Thank you!

Rhonda Smith
Coordinator
RSD Care & Share Support Group of Tucson