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Respiratory worries, doctor lunch & learning series. Tuesday, September 13was presented by Frederick Peterson, MD, VITAS Healthcare, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Lunch provided by his VITAS Healthcare to all registered participants. Attendance confirmation is required. Call us at 321-751-6771. One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940.
Top 10 tips for aging well. Thursday, September 15th, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Presented by Aquatic Health & Rehab. 10 tips that will change your life for the better. At One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940 For more information and to RSVP, call 321-253-6324.
8 week walking group. Start every Saturday September 10th and pass through October 29thThose interested in participating will meet at 8am on the patio of the Running Zone at 3696 N Wickham Road, Melbourne for the first seven weeks. Walk and run with Ghostly Gecko in October (week 8)! To register, please visit https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/Melbourne/GhostlyGecko5K. All walk group and Ghostly Gecko attendees will receive entry to a raffle to win a gift her bag and free shoes after the last walk. For more information, please call the Running Zone at 321-781-8890.
tinnitus [and Hearing Loss]Lunch and Learn Seminars. Friday, September 19th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This presentation was provided by Personal Hearing Solutions and Clinical Education Specialist Dr. Susan de Bondt (AUD, Widex). This presentation will focus on what causes tinnitus, tinnitus, and what you can do to improve it. One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. Lunches provided must be registered at 321-751-6771.
Free memory test. Tuesday, September 20, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Merritt Island Medical Research, One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940, offering free memory screenings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. schedule.
Free Liver Scan. Wednesday, September 21st, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, ClinCloud offers free Fibroscans on the first Monday (excluding holidays) and third Wednesday of each month at One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. increase. Schedule an appointment for 30 minutes.
North Brevard Senior Health Fair. North Brevard Senior Health Fair is Coming September 22nd It takes place from 10am to 1pm at the Merritt Square Mall on Merritt Island. This event provides an excellent resource for seniors to meet face-to-face with local organizations to learn about Medicare enrollment options, health, wellness, recreation, and more. Seniors can enjoy free admission, free parking, lots of giveaways, raffles, free snacks and refreshments, and more… Safety is our number one priority. All participants and vendors wear masks and maintain safe distancing. For event details, please call 321-773-1454.
support group
Vestibular support group. Our support group is affiliated with the Vestibular Disorders Association and serves anyone seeking strategies and support to deal with acute to chronic dizziness and coping/understanding the condition. The next support group is on Tuesday. September 13, 5:15 p.m. Topic: “10 Things People Don’t Know About Balance”. Meet at Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers Melbourne in Suntree. Our address is 21 Suntree PL Melbourne, FL 32940 Suite 100. This group usually meets quarterly. Check with your support group leader to confirm attendance. Contact Katie Hutchinson PT, DPT at 321-254-5300.
Parish Health Care Mom’s Support Group. A group for mothers with babies up to 6 months old. During this time, mothers can discuss a variety of topics including infant feeding, sleep, milestones, car seats, play, development, postpartum care, birth control, postpartum depression, and dietary needs.Space is limited. It is Monday, September 19thWhen September 26th, 10-11 am at The Children’s Center, 5650 S. Washington Ave., Titusville. Moderated by Teri Newman, MSN, RNC-MNN, and IBCLC. For additional information and registration, please contact her Teri Newman at teri.newman@parrishmed.com.
Parrish Healthcare Stroke and Cardiac Survivor Support Group. If you’ve been through a diagnosis or event, or if you’re caring for someone with heart disease or stroke, our community has you covered. September 202-4pm, Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville. Janet Rooks, Massachusetts, CDP will facilitate. For more information, please contact Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800. To register, please visit www.parrishhealthcare.com/StrokeandHeartSupport.
Parish Healthcare Cancer and Survivor Support Group. This group is for cancer patients, cancer survivors, and those who have had the disease. Enjoy a snack and talk to others who share similar situations and experiences. Wednesday, September 21st, 4-5:30 p.m., Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville. Shannon Luker, RN, BSN, OCN, CBCN will moderate. For more information, please contact Shannon Luker at extension 321-268-6111. 3544. To register, please visit www.parrishhealthcare.com/CancerSupport.
Parkinson’s discussion group. Wednesday, September 21st, 10am-11am Come join our Parkinson’s discussion group to share ideas and make new friends. Send us your questions and share our experiences and feelings in dealing with Parkinson’s disease. One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. RSVP at 321-751-6771.
Alzheimer’s and dementia support groups. Wednesday, September 21st, from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. The group encourages caregivers to not only provide optimal care for people with dementia, but also to maintain personal, physical, and emotional health. One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. Call 321-751-6771 to register.
Caring for Caregivers Support Group at Parrish Healthcare. Caregiving is a challenging but demanding labor of love. Join us in learning how to take care of yourself while taking care of your loved ones. September 22nd9:30-11:30 am, Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville. Janet Rooks, Massachusetts, CDP will facilitate. For more information, please contact Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800. To register, please visit www.parrishhealthcare.com/CaregiverSupport.
in progress
line dance class. Outstanding was staying physically and mentally healthy while enjoying social benefits. Beginner level. Larry Wright, Instructor (321-323-4928), Wednesday 10-11:30 am, $5 classes, Viera Regional Community Center, 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, Fl 32940.
Free commemorative screening. The Memory Disorder Clinic, Health First, 3661 Babcock St. 2nd floor, Melbourne, FL 32901, is one of 17 state-funded memory clinics and is free to anyone interested in memory ages 18 and older. memory screening. Memory screening is not a diagnosis, but an important first step in the evaluation process and has an important role towards detection and treatment. Call 321-434-7614 to make an appointment.
Zumba Gold. Perfect for active adults looking for a modified Zumba class that replicates their favorite original moves at low intensity. Get ready to dance every Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 AM at the Freedom 7 Senior Community Center in the Cocoa Beach Country Club, 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.freedom7seniors.org or 321-783-9505. Feel free to drop by without pre-registration.
Questions about your hearing? Personal Hearing Solutions, every Monday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm, One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera. Sandra Wagner shares information and answers questions about hearing loss and solutions for a safer, healthier lifestyle. For more information, stop by or call 321-253-6310.
Overeaters Anonymous (OA) meeting in Brevard County. Are you worried about how to eat? Overeaters Anonymous may give you the answer. For more information on the Space Coast chapter, including meetings and contacts, please visit https://oaspacecoast.org/.
Cocoa Beach: Monday at 11:00 am, Cocoa Beach Public Library, 550 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach
Merritt Island: Wednesday 6:30 PM Hobbs Pharmacy, 133 N. Banana River Drive, Merritt Island – For a one-on-one meeting or call to a meeting 515-604-9755 Enter 558911#
Indian Harbor Beach: Friday at 11am, Circle Club, 230 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indian Harbor Beach
Indian: Saturday 9:30 a.m., Eastminster Church, Melvin Hall, 106 N. Riverside Drive, Indialantic, FL
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Strictly)
TOPS Chapter FL 0043 Meet at 4:10 PM on Tuesday at Holy Name Jesus Catholic Church, 3050 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic, FL 32903, Room 101. Weigh-in begins at 3:30pm. $49.72 First year only. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0066 Held every Thursday at 6:15 pm at Katherine Schweinberg Rood Central Library, 308 Forrest Ave, Cocoa, FL 32922. Weigh-in begins at 5:45 PM. The cost is a monthly chapter membership fee of $4 and a new membership fee of $49.72 for the first year only. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
Tops Chapter FL 0164 We meet every Thursday at 9:30 am at Wesley Methodist Church, 2075 Meadowlane Ave., West Melbourne (masks optional). Weigh-in begins at 8:45 am. The cost is a monthly chapter membership fee of $5 and a new member fee of $49.72 for the first year only. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0307 Meet Friday at 10am St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church, 1255 Knox McRae Dr, Titusville, FL 32780. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 585-305-0626 or visit http://www.tops.org.
Tops Chapter FL 0456 Meet Friday at 9:30 AM, Building C, Room 1, 625 Barefoot Bay Blvd., Barefoot Bay, FL 32976. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
Tops Chapter FL 0473 We will meet on Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Roseland United Methodist Church, 12962 Roseland Road, Roseland, FL 32968. Parking is available behind the building. Weigh-in begins at 6pm. The cost is a monthly chapter membership fee of $5 and a new member fee of $49.72 for the first year only. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0506 It takes place Thursdays at 10:00 am at the Palm Bay Public Library, 1520 Port Malabar Blvd NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905. Weigh-in begins at 9:30 am. The cost is a monthly chapter dues of $6 and a new member fee of $49.72 for the first year only. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
Tops Chapter FL 0544 Meet Thursday at 10:30 am at Fellowship Hall, Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Drive, Indian Harbor Beach, FL 32937. Weigh-in begins at 9:45 am. That’s it; annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
Tops Chapter FL 0876 Meet at 10:00 am Wednesday, Building 2, Martin Anderson Senior Center, 1025 Florida Avenue South, Rockledge, FL 32955. Annual membership renewal is $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
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