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Top 10 tips for aging well. THURSDAY, November 16, from noon to 1 p.m. Presented by Aquatic Health & Rehab. 10 tips that could 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.
Tinnitus (and hearing loss), lunch-and-learn seminar. Friday, November 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This presentation is brought to you by Personal Hearing Solutions and Widex. This presentation will focus on the causes of tinnitus, “ringing in the ears” and what can be done to improve it. At One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. Boxed lunch provided, you must RSVP to 321-751-6771.
FREE memory test. Tuesday, 21 Novemberfrom 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Merritt Island Medical Research will offer free memory screenings at One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. Please call 321-305-5015 to make an appointment.
Diagnosing dementia: a multi-step process. Tuesday, November 28, at 1 pm. As we age, our memory may begin to fade. However, diagnosing dementia can be a complex process because there is no single test to identify it. Join Merritt Island Medical Research to delve deeper into the topic of dementia diagnosis and the different assessments used in the process. At One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera, FL 32940. RSVP to 321-751-6771.
Support groups
Parrish Healthcare Stroke and Heart Stroke Survivor Support Group. If you’ve experienced a diagnosis or event, or are caring for someone living with heart disease or stroke, our community is here to support you.
- When: Tuesday, 21 November; 2 p.m.-4 p.m.
- Or: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville
- Moderated by Janet Rooks, MA, CDP
- For more information, please contact Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800.
- To register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/StrokeandHeartSupport
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Overeaters Anonymous (OA) meetings in Brevard County. Are you worried about the way you eat? Overeaters Anonymous may have the answer for you. For more information about the Space Coast Chapter, including more meetings and contact information, visit https://oaspacecoast.org/
Cocoa Beach: 11 a.m. Monday and Thursday at the Cocoa Beach Public Library, 550 N. Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Beach
Melbourne: 1 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at MLK Library, 955 E. University Blvd
Merritt Island: 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Grace United Methodist Church, 65 Needle Street, Rppm 208
Indelantique: 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 N. Highway A1A, Outdoor Pavilion, Indialantic
TOPS (Remove pounds wisely)
TOPS Chapter FL 0043 Meets at 4:10 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 3050 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic, FL 32903, Room 101. Weigh-in begins at 3:30 p.m. Cost is $4 monthly membership dues chapter and new member fees are $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0066 Meets at 6:15 p.m. Thursday at the Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Central Library, 308 Forrest Ave, Cocoa, FL 32922. Weigh-in begins at 5:45 p.m. The cost is $4 monthly chapter dues and the new member fee is $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0164 Meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Wesley Methodist Church, 2075 Meadowlane Ave., West Melbourne (mask optional). Weigh-in begins at 8:45 a.m. The cost is $5 monthly chapter dues and the new member fee is $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0307 Meets at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church, 1255 Knox McRae Dr, Titusville, FL 32780. Weigh-in begins at 8 a.m. The cost is $5 monthly chapter dues and the new member fee is $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 585-305-0626 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0456 Meets at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Building C, Room 1, 625 Barefoot Bay Blvd, Barefoot Bay, FL 32976. Weigh-in begins at 9:00 a.m. The cost is $3 monthly chapter dues and the new member fee is $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0473 Meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Roseland United Methodist Church, 12962 Roseland Road, Roseland, FL 32968. Parking provided behind the building. The weigh-in begins at 6 p.m. The cost is $5 monthly chapter dues and the new member fee is $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0506 Meets at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Palm Bay Public Library, 1520 Port Malabar Blvd NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905. Weigh-in begins at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $6 monthly chapter dues and fees new member are $49.72 for the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0544 Meets at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Fellowship Hall, Ascension Lutheran Church, 1053 Pinetree Drive, Indian Harbor Beach, FL 32937. Weigh-in begins at 9:45 a.m. Cost is $5 monthly chapter dues and fees new member are $49.72 for the first year. only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
TOPS Chapter FL 0876 Meets at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Building 2, Martin Anderson Senior Center, 1025 Florida Avenue South, Rockledge, FL 32955. Weigh-in begins at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $4 monthly chapter dues and fees again member are $49.72 the first year only; Annual membership renewals cost $37. For more information, call 321-271-9427 or visit http://www.tops.org.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group. Every Wednesday morning, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. We are a group of people with Parkinson’s who come together to talk about our experiences and learn from each other how to manage this disease. Once a month, speakers present on different topics and resources about Parkinson’s disease in our community. We are located at Advance Fitness, 2176 Sarno Rd. Suite 102 Melbourne FL 32935. RSVP 321-693-9246.
Support group for caregivers of patients with Parkinson’s disease. Will be held the fourth Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Advance Fitness, 2176 Sarno Rd. Suite 102 Melbourne, FL 32935. RSVP Janice Moia for more information at 321-693-9246.
Parkinson’s Exercise Classes at Advance Fitness Melbourne. Rock Steady Boxing MWF 10:15 a.m., 12:45 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Zoom classes Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Tai Chi with Brad every Thursday at 11 a.m. $5.00 per person. STEPS dance on the first Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month at 2:15 p.m., also possible to zoom, cost: free. Others are always welcome. Please call Janice Moia for any additional information at 321-693-9246.
STEPS dance classes. Classes are held on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of each month and can also be zoomed. Just call 321-693-9246 for a link. At Advance Fitness, 2176 Sarno Road. Suite 102 Melbourne St. 32935.
Exercise classes in Melbourne. Wickham Park Senior Center, 2784 Leisure Way, Melbourne, offers several exercise classes for seniors, including: Jazzercise LO – Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., QiGong-Tai Chi – Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.: 30 p.m., Bones & Balance — Monday 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., ballroom dancing — Monday 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., chair yoga — Tuesday 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., line dancing — Tuesday 4:15 p.m. -5:30 p.m., Strength and Flexibility — Thursday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Call 321-255-4494 or visit www.bcwpsc.org for more information.
Senior exercise classes in Rockledge. The Martin Andersen Senior Center, 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge, offers senior exercise classes Monday through Friday. Members $1, non-members $2 per class, except the Bone Builders class which is donation only. The public is welcome. Call 321 631-7549 for more information.
Online dance classes. A great goal was to stay physically and mentally fit while receiving benefits. Beginner level. Larry Wright, Instructor (321-323-4928), Wednesdays 10-11:30 a.m., $5 per class, Viera Regional Community Center, 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, Fl 32940.
Free memory screenings. Health First’s Memory Disorders Clinic, 3661 Babcock St. 2nd Floor, Melbourne, FL 32901, one of 17 publicly funded memory clinics, offers free memory screening to anyone over 18 year old concerned about memory. Memory screenings are not a diagnosis but an important first step in the assessment process, playing a vital role in detection and treatment. Call 321-434-7614 for an appointment.
Zumba Gold. Perfect for active adults looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity. Get ready to dance every Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Freedom 7 Senior Community Center, inside the Cocoa Beach Country Club, 5000 Tom Warriner Blvd, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931. Everyone is welcome. Visit www.freedom7seniors.org or 321-783-9505 for more information. Come here, no pre-registration required.
Questions about your hearing? Personal Hearing Solutions, every Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at One Senior Place, 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera. Sandra Wagner will be on hand to share information and answer your questions about hearing loss and solutions for a safe and healthy lifestyle. For more information, stop by or call 321-253-6310.
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