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HELDERBERG CARDIAC

SUPPORT GROUP



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WELCOME TO THE
HELDERBERG CARDIAC SUPPORT GROUP


ABOUT

The Helderberg Cardiac Support Group is a non-profit organization, maintained
and championed by volunteers who have experienced cardiac events, or are
awaiting treatment for various types of cardiac diseases.

The purpose of this Community Cardiac Support Group is to bolster the spirits of
both patients and their families by providing unwavering support, guidance, and
advice through professional speakers, thus enabling them to face the future with
a sense of confidence and understanding.



Chairperson: Dr Paul Hill
Vice-chairperson: Dr Biano Hobson
Treasurer: Gerald Robinson
Secretary: Hillary du Toit

Committee Members:

Sakkie Krynauw

Trudi List

Michaela Scholtz


WHAT WE DO


CARDIAC SUPPORT SPEAKERS


RECOVERY PROGRAMME


SEMINARS

Helderberg Cardiac Support offers a Cardiac Wellness Programme with a range of
benefits that can positively impact on the well-being of individuals with
heart-related conditions.

 

Cardiac Wellness provides emotional support, practical tips, knowledge sharing,
motivation and a sense of community. It provides a multi-faceted,
multi-disciplinary programme focused on prevention, recovery and support.

 

We do this through:

Speaker Series

Recovery Programme

Annual Seminar Day



Speaker Series form parts of our bimonthly meetings and provide opportunities to
learn from each other and guest speakers who are experts in their fields.

 

These meetings are typically held on Wednesday evenings. Commencing at 5:30 pm,
there is a half hour to share experiences, then a speaker’s presentation from
6:00 to 7:00 pm.

 

Cardiac Support meetings are hosted at Mediclinic Vergelegen or Busamed, as well
as on-line via Zoom.

 

The Recovery Programme offers weekly sessions on Thursday mornings. These are
both on-line and on-site.

 

Our Recovery programme, under 'RECOVERY' is co-ordinated by Trudi List: 

·    restores confidence in physical abilities through supervised exercise

·    offers guidance on dietary and lifestyle changes

·    improves understanding of and compliance with medicine prescriptions

·    boosts psychosocial well-being by promoting a safe and sharing environment.

Support begins on the day of your first cardiac experience and continues as long
as it takes you to make a full recovery. It plays a crucial role in enhancing
recovery after a cardiac event, ie: angina, heart attack, cardiac procedure or
surgery.

 

The programme provides progressive, supervised exercise, education and support.
It aims to improve heart health, redice risk factors and increase self
confidence. It contributes to better physical fitness, psychosocial well-being,
reduced complications and increased longevity.

 

For more information contact the programme co-ordinator
on info@cardiacsupport.co.za

 

The Seminar is an annual half day event held on a Saturday morning. It provides
a platform for individuals to come together, learn from experts and to
strengthen their sense of belonging within the community. The next annual
seminar is planned for Saturday, October 14th from 8am to 1pm.


MISSION




VISION




The Helderberg Cardiac Support Group is committed to fostering a vibrant
community of heart warriors and their families. We aim to provide steadfast
support, expert guidance, and empowering advice, enabling each member to
navigate their cardiac journey with resilience. By creating a safe space for
shared experiences and learning, we are dedicated to bolstering morale and
promoting a confident approach to future challenges.

We envision a world where every individual affected by cardiac conditions feels
supported, understood, and empowered. Our goal is to be a beacon of hope and
understanding, illuminating the path to resilience and recovery. By nurturing
connections, spreading knowledge, and promoting confidence, we aim to transform
the cardiac journey into a shared voyage of strength, courage, and mutual
support.

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We've proudly supported some of the most brilliant minds in our nation. With
hand on heart, our research heroes are pledging to support the Heart Foundation
in its mission to achieve our goal of an Australia free of heart disease. Help
the Heart Foundation fund life-saving medical research. Together, we can make
heart disease history. Find out more at https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/
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CATALYST GRANTS | HEART FOUNDATION

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HAND ON HEART – TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE HEART DISEASE HISTORY

Sadly, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in our country. With
over $700 million (in today’s dollars) invested in over 60 years of research,
the Heart Foundation is fighting back. However, we need your help to continue
raising awareness of the vital need to fund research to improve and save
Australian lives. Help the Heart Foundation fund life-saving medical research.
Together, we can make heart disease history. For more information visit
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HAND ON HEART - GREG PAGE'S SECOND CHANCE

Greg Page, a founding member of the Wiggles, woke up in the hospital to hear the
shocking words, “You had a heart attack that caused a cardiac arrest”. His life
was saved by the quick reaction of bystanders. Learn more about Greg’s emotional
story, and how you can help fund ground-breaking research that drives real
progress in the fight against heart disease. Together we can, and we will, make
a difference. For more information visit www.heartfoundation.org.au
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HAND ON HEART - GEOFF'S STORY OF SURVIVAL

One Australian has a heart attack or stroke every four minutes. Geoffrey
remembers the night of 9th December 2009 when his aorta (the main artery that
carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body) tore: “I was walking up
the (basketball) court and I started getting a bit of dizziness and just
generally feeling unwell.” Learn more about Geoff’s emotional story, and how you
can help fund ground-breaking research that drives real progress in the fight
against heart disease. Together we can, and we will, make a difference. For more
information visit www.heartfoundation.org.au
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HAND ON HEART - DARREN LEHMANN'S WAKE UP CALL

Former test cricketer and Australian cricket team coach, Darren Lehmann, had no
idea he was at risk of a heart attack.  But in the early hours of his 50th
birthday, he was startled awake by a terrifying sensation. Two days later, he
had triple-bypass (open heart) surgery.  Learn more about Darren’s emotional
story, and how you can help fund ground-breaking research that drives real
progress in the fight against heart disease. Together we can, and we will, make
a difference. For more information visit www.heartfoundation.org.au
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WEBINAR | METABOLIC MATRIX: INTRODUCING THE CARDIOVASCULAR-KIDNEY-METABOLIC
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Chaired by Professor Garry Jennings and joined by Dr. Chiadi Ndumele from the
American Heart Association (AHA), this webinar focuses on the groundbreaking
introduction of the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome. CKM syndrome
signals a new era in understanding the profound interconnections between
cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes, and obesity. With CKM
syndrome affecting nearly every major organ in the body, our expert panel
unpacks the latest evidence of CKM syndrome; shedding light on the
multi-factorial implications for the patient health outcomes. In 90 minutes of
live presentations and Q&A, the experts cover: - Defining CKM syndrome, its
underlying causes, and implications on patients’ health outcomes. -
Understanding the screening, symptoms, and diagnosis of CKM. - Innovative
approaches for the management of CKM through preventative strategies. -
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complications to improve CVD outcomes. - Practical tools and resources for
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AN INNOVATIVE SOLUTION TO A FAILING HEART | HEART FOUNDATION

Research is the bedrock for our work at the Heart Foundation. It helps create
the future we want to see: an Australia free of heart disease. Thanks to donors,
we’re able to fund researcher Dr Thanh Nho Do, as he develops a better treatment
option for people living with heart failure. Only a limited number of heart
failure patients have access to specialised life-support machines or a left
ventricular assist device (LVAD). These machines keep them alive. Dr Do and his
team are working on a soft robotic device to improve how a failing heart pumps
blood. Their aim is to make it less bulky and more portable than the LVAD – and
more cost-effective. This will make it easier for more people around Australia
to access. This exciting research could give people waiting for a heart
transplant more time and help improve their quality of life. And it’s because of
you that ground-breaking research like Dr Do’s is possible. Will you help
advance cardiovascular research and give the gift of life today?
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RESOURCES


THE HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION SOUTH AFRICA

The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa is a leading non-profit devoted to
battling heart disease and stroke through research, education, and health
advocacy. Its mission is to lower disease incidence by promoting healthy living
and equitable healthcare in South Africa.



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AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

The American Heart Association (AHA) is a non-profit organization in the United
States dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke, the country's top
killers. The AHA promotes healthy living, funds innovative research, advocates
for public health policies, and provides critical tools and information to save
and improve lives.



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WORLD HEART FEDERATION

The World Heart Federation is a global non-profit organization committed to
uniting and leading the fight against heart disease and stroke, with a focus on
low-and-middle-income countries. It seeks to accomplish this through a
collaborative community of member organizations, advocating for global heart
health, encouraging preventative strategies, and supporting policy changes at a
global level.



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