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Currents of Life: Young ICD Event 2009
October 3
Support and Education for Young ICD Recipients
Come join us for an event celebrating and educating those touched by ICDs. Our goal is to educate in a festive yet relaxed atmosphere while connecting with others who share similar experiences. This event is free of charge and graciously provided by Medtronic Inc.
WHERE?
Marriott Conference Center at Eagle Crest
1275 South Huron St.
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Maps and Directions
Accommodations are available at a reduced room rate. Call the Marriott at 734-487-2000 or 800-228-929 before
Saturday, October 3rd - 7:45 - 10:00 am
Registration; Breakfast; Welcome and Perspectives from Special Guests10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults break out for support sessions (choose one):
A. Women’s group: Women with ICDs who are over 18.
B. Men’s group: For the guys with ICDs
C. Parents of ICD patients group
D. Spouses, significant others group
Teens - what's your color, and what does it mean?
Find out from a certified True Colors Instructor!
Kids go to the Ann Arbor Hands on Museum!
* Siblings/Friends & Family, feel free to attend an of the above sessions.12:30 - 2:00pm
Have lunch and visit our informative booths2:00 - 3:00pm
Living with ICD's:
What the Patient and Family Should Know
Key Note Speaker: Wayne Franklin, M.D.Yoga for Teens by Salute to the Sun Yoga Studio
Kids will be entertained by our Magician, Steve Zieman
3:30 - 4:30pm
Sessions for adults (choose one):
A. Panel – Connect with the Experts
B. CPR Training for Family and FriendsTeens - Express Yourself, an Art Opportunity
For Kids - Medical Central - try taking care of your own patient.
*Siblings / Friends, feel free to attend any of the above sessions.
4:30 - 8:00pm
Closing reception, dinner and dancing!
Registration for this event is required -- you must be registered to attend. Please register by September 18, 2009.