Recent Bethesda News

Managing Arthritis Through Healthy Lifestyles- Dominant Theme at Bethesda Barclay House Lecture.

Dr. Donald Bassman, orthopedic surgeon, stressed that diet and exercise were essential to joint mobility and avoidance of arthritis pain.

Bethesda Community Outreach Programs for April-May-June

Join us for this informative series of programs with expert speakers dealing with various issues facing families and caregivers culminating with our 1st Annual Bethesda Hospice Memorial 5K Walk/Run on June 1st.

Research & Care Perspectives Program Draws Large Attendance- Bethesda, Alzheimer’s Association's 4th in Series

Addressing an audience of more than 150 at The Lodge Des Peres, John C. Morris, M.D., head researcher in the Department of Neurology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis offered a “new era, new hope” for Alzheimer’s patients and families.

Dr. Valerie Walker Entertains and Informs During Oct. 15 Caregivers Education Series Program

Dr. Valerie Walker, a family practice physician affiliated with St. Louis University Hospital, held the attention of more than 100 guests addressing strategies for living healthier lifestyles and caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease.

Reflections on The Charless Home from Joe Brinker, President & CEO

As you may have heard, Bethesda and the Charless Foundation announced in March that The Charless Home would be closing effective June 30, 2012. As you can imagine, this was a decision that was very difficult to make.