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June 7 - 14, 2024 - Dayton Weekly News
Vol. 30, Issue 26
June 7 - 14, 2024
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Senior Care Partners to Sponsor Mental Health Services Expanded Alzheimer's Association Virtual into Miamisburg Expert Series in June
Online Webinar AA
Teresa Youngstrom
The Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter has scheduled a free virtual expert series program, “Better Communication with Memory Loss” on Wed., June 26 from 6:30–8 p.m. Registration is required by calling the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or at communityresourcefinder. org. Please provide an email when registering to receive the Zoom link to participate. Featured expert Teresa Youngstrom is a registered nurse, speaker, staff trainer, consultant and podcaster with a Better Approach to De-
mentia Care. Youngstrom will discuss the memory loss that happens with dementia and frequently involves a decline of communication skills. She will discuss many ways for caregivers and families to develop skills like pacing, pausing, reflecting, and more. “Memory loss and dementia frequently involves a decline of communication skills, and this can be difficult for caregivers and families,” said Dayna Ritchey, program director of the Alzheimer's Association Greater Cincinnati and Miami Valley Chapters. “This program will help to further the knowledge
and confidence of caregivers of individuals on their journey with dementia.” There are 236,200 Ohioans 65 and older living with Alzheimer's disease according to the Alzheimer’s Association 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. A total of 414,000 Ohio caregivers provide 624 million hours of unpaid care each year, valued at $11.4 billion. To learn more about Alzheimer’s or other dementia and to access free support and resources, visit alz.org/dayton or call the Miami Valley Chapter at 937.291.3332 or the 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
Jordynn Farley, a rising eighth-grade theater student at Stivers School for the Arts, is grateful to have recently appeared on the third season of ABC’s Emmy Award-winning hit comedy “Abbott Elementary,” a humorous look at life at a Philadelphia public school.
The 12-year-old spent her spring break on the famed Warner Bros. backlot in Burbank, Calif., filming “Smith Playground,” a charming and energetic episode that aired May 15 and continues to stream on Hulu. The plot centered on a hilariously tense field trip to Smith Memorial Playground with Ab-
bott students and staff at odds with rival students and staff of Liberty Elementary. Farley, standing out among the crowd with purple streaks in her hair, portrayed one of the defiant Liberty students supervised by Principal Crystal (Tatyana Ali). “It was pretty cool and so exciting to be on set,”
forgot, the sunny month of June also hosts the special day we dedicate to our dear dads! The concept of the holiday is easily understandable today, but have you ever pondered the origins of this heartfelt holiday? While it's observed in numerous coun-
tries globally, the history of Father's Day is relatively recent in America! For example, did you know the idea of honoring fathers and promoting fatherhood was initially met with resistance? It took several decades of efforts by individuals and organizations to establish Father's Day as an official holiday. So, before you write your sweet Father's Day messages, take a quick dive into the forgotten story behind this important day. As with Mother's Day history, the origins of Father's Day can be traced back to the early 20th century. The story starts Continued on Page 4
Kettering Health Behavioral Medicine is expanding its services to better meet the needs of south Dayton residents. Starting June 4, an Intensive Outpatient Program will be offered at Kettering Health Miamisburg, allowing for more collaborative care between behavioral health, primary care, and emergency services. The Intensive Outpatient Program at Kettering Health Behavioral Medical Center in Moraine will continue to operate. Importance of mental health services “The need for consis-
tent access to high-quality mental health services becomes more apparent each day as our community grapples with an ongoing mental health crisis,” said Julie Manuel, clinical program manager at Kettering Health Behavioral Medical Center. “By expanding the Intensive Outpatient Program into Miamisburg, we’re creating a new access point that will help our patients better navigate the mental health system and their diagnosis.” The Intensive Outpatient Program is comprehensive and individualized. It provides psychiatric treatment that supports posi-
tive behavioral changes. Areas of focus are mood management, interpersonal interactions, triggers, destructive impulses and behaviors, personal goals, and coping skills. Throughout the program, patients participate in daily group and individual sessions with trained clinicians. They also meet with nurse practitioners for any medication management needs. “Making behavioral health services easily accessible in our communities is key to helping our patients successfully Continued on Page 8
said Farley, who is represented by PCG Talent Agency. “It was my first time meeting celebrities too. It was also very hot but I will say it was worth the heat.” Throughout her three days of filming, Farley said one key element made her better understand what it takes to perform in a
professional setting. “I learned to be prepared,” she said. “We filmed scenes over and over again. I’ve also been invited to film this summer as probably one of the Liberty kids.” In addition to acting, Farley is a published author. At age 9 she wrote “Unstoppable Me: Living
With Epilepsy,” which is available through Amazon. She was diagnosed with benign Rolandic epilepsy at age 7. Her mother, Carrie Farley, considers her daughter’s journey to be an inspiration not only to her but others. “With Jordynn havContinued on Page 2
Stivers Theater Student Appears on ABC’s ‘Abbott Elementary’
Father’s Day - June 16th
There are so many things to look forward to come June! The first official month of summer calls for grilling, swimming, camping, sunshine, and, of course, all the dad jokes you have to tolerate for Father's Day. Yep, in case you
Juneteenth - June 19th
the commemoration of June 19, 1865, the day enslaved African Americans in Galveston, TX, learned that they were free. While President Continued on Page 4
By:Tonya Abari Summer is quickly approaching. And for many, including myself, that means enjoying warmer weather, longer days, seasonal delicacies and holiday celebrations. In my home, we're kicking off the summer holiday stretch with Juneteenth. This day, which gets its name from a combina-
tion of words "June" and "nineteenth," the date on which it is celebrated, has made headlines since being made a federal holiday, but many still don't know what it is or how to celebrate. Here's where to begin: What is Juneteenth? Also called Emancipation Day, Freedom Day or Jubilee Day, Juneteenth is
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