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Administrative Professionals Day Event
Wednesday April 25, 2012
Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre
The International Association of Administrative Professionals is pleased to announce that the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta, Edmonton Branch has been chosen as the Charity of Choice for 2012.
Half of all proceeds raised at our Silent Auction will be presented to the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta, Edmonton Branch.
About the Schizophrenia & The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta
Beyond Limitations....Inspiring Hope.
"Our Mission is to improve the quality of life for those affected by Schizophrenia and psychosis through education, support programs, public policy and research."
One in 100 people will have some form of Schizophrenia in their lifetime. Schizophrenia is an illness that typically begins in early adulthood, between theages of 15 and 25. About one third of people with Schizophrenia have one or two psychotic episodes and completely recover. The next third will have more than two psychotic episodes and will need ongoing medication, but can manage a good quality of life. Slightly less than one third will have a chronic form of the illness.
A person with Schizophrenia has 50 times the risk of attempting suicide than a person without mental illness.
News and entertainmnet media tend to link mental illness and violence. Violence is NOT a symptom of Schizophrenia. Most people with Schizophrenia are not violent towards others, but are generally withdrawn and prefer to be alone.
Schizophrenia is ten times more common than AIDS, sudden infant death syndrome and melanoma combined.
The Society
Established in 1980, the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta (SSA) improves quality of life for Albertans affected by Schizophrenia and psychosis.
The SSA:
- Provide information and support to people affected by Schizophrenia
- Reduces stigma and discrimination due to Schizophrenia
- Increases public awareness and understanding of Schizophrenia
- Provides employment opportunities to people with Schizophrenia
- Advocates for improved public policy and public services surrounding Schizophrenia
- Promotes research into the causes and medical treatment of Schizophrenia
Other Programs the Schizophrenia Society Offers:
- Peer Support Outreach Program
- Unsung Heroes Peer Support Program
- Partnership Education Program
- Family Support Program
For more information about Schizophrenia and the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta and it's events, please go here....
Sponsorship and volunteer information:
The Administrative Professionals Day is the premier event for the IAAP Edmonton Chapter. All donations, sponsorships and volunteers are greatly appreciated. For more info, please contact
IAAP Edmonton Chapter.