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Senior Scene® | November Issue
the Estate Planning & Elder Law Center of Brevard. Call 321-751-6771 to reserve your seat.
Medical Cannabis: Alternative Medicine – Physician Q & A, Thur Nov 9th, at 2pm. Medical cannabis has been used for centuries in Eastern medicine throughout China & India. Florida is one of 29 states that have legalized medical cannabis. Dr. Kantilal Bhalani will provide an overview of the criteria used for treating patients, & the various diseases that can be helped (Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Glaucoma, Epilepsy, & more). Limited seating, RSVP to 321-751-6771. Light refresh- ments provided by Senior Partner In-Home Care. Lung Cancer: Screenings, Causes, Stages & Treatment - Wuesthoff Living Well Lecture Series, Fri Nov 10th, from 2 – 3pm. Oncologist Giuseppe Palermo, MD, will be presenting on the New Advances in the Treatment of Non-Small Cell
driving competencies, this class has several key objectives that will help you achieve this goal. Cost is $20 per person or $15 for members of AARP. To register call instructor Lou Castro at 321-698-2311. The Bene ts of Music Therapy, Thur Nov 30th, from 2 – 4pm. Music can be a source of healing
for individuals of all ages. Learn how VITAS music therapists work to meet the physical, emotional, social, & spiritual needs of those who are seriously ill. RSVP to 321-831-2047.
Support Groups
Memory Support Group, 2nd Wed of each month from 2:30 – 3:30pm. This group encour- ages caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical & emotional health. Hosted by Market Street Residence & Senior Partner In-Home Care. Call 321-751-6771 For info.
Caregiver Support Group the 2nd & 4th Thur of each month from 10-11:30am Facilitated by VITAS Innovative Hospice, this support group designed for those looking for safe harbor during the storm when faced with caring for loved ones dealing with dementia & memory loss. Share gentle conversation, care & understanding. For info, call 321-751-6671.
Regular Events
Questions About Your Hearing? Personal Hearing Solutions, Every Mon from 9:30-3pm. Sandra Wagner will be on hand to share Info & an- swer your questions about hearing loss & solutions to it for a safe & healthy lifestyle. For info stop by or call 321-253-6310.
Brevard Users Group (BUG Club), Mon Nov 6th, 2:00pm. The Brevard Users Group (The BUG Club) is a personal computer support group meeting the rst Mon of each month. This group will offer the basics of learning Windows based computers. For info send email to president@bugclub.org.
Meet & Greet with Courtenay Springs Village, Every Wed from 9-12pm. Joanne McKruit will be on hand to share Info & answer your ques- tions about the Courtenay Springs Village lifestyle. What’s Your House Really Worth? Meet Space- coast Boomers & Seniors - your Seniors Real Estate Specialist from Re/Max Aerospace Realty, available each Thur from 9:00- 3:00pm Are you looking
to buy or sell but don’t know where to turn? Get the real Info you need to know! A consultation with a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (R) addresses your concerns & provides solutions. For info or an appointment - call Sara Forst Grif n at 321-794- 9001 or Cathy Nichols at 321-514-0882.www. spacecoastboomersandseniors.com
Book Club – VITAS, Thur afternoons from 1 – 2pm. Join us to read thought provoking literature & participate in lively discussions. Sponsored by the Legacy Club & VITAS Healthcare. RSVP 321- 751-6771 to reserve your seat.
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Put Yourself in His Shoes, Virtual Dementia Tour Thur Nov 2nd, from 9 – 12pm. VITAS Health- care will present the Virtual Dementia Tour. This is a 15 minute individual experience through simulation, created for families seeking to better understand the challenges of those with demen- tia. Contact Brianna Sequeira at RSVP 321-831- 2047.
Coping With The Holidays, Thur Nov 2nd, from 10 – 12pm. Hosted by VITAS Healthcare. Holidays force us to realize how much our lives have chang- es by the loss of a loved one. Please join us in this time of conversation & sharing. RSVP by Nov 1st to Barbara Danielle at 321-752-2533.
Lung Cancer. He will review advances & discuss treatment options available. Call 800-522-6363 to reserve your seat.
How to Deal with the Holidays - Safe at Home Series, Mon Nov 13th, from 2 – 3pm. Hosted by Senior Partner In-Home Care, presented by Susan Blakeslee with VITAS Healthcare. Join us as Susan will share with you how to put the “Happy” in your holidays. Light refreshments served, RSVP to 321-751-6771.
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard Community Support Group, Fri Nov 3rd, from 10 – 11:30am. Support group for Cancer patients and/or care giv- ers. For info call Michelle Brown at 321-626-1208. ‘Parkinson’s Disease: Beyond Motor Symptoms’, Fri Nov 3rd, at 2pm. Dr. Daniel Dees, Director of the USA Parkinson Disease & Movement Disorders Center, will provide a comprehensive overview
to help you understand the symptoms, diagnosis & impact of Parkinson’s disease psychosis (PDP). Light refreshments provided by Senior Partner In- Home Care. RSVP to 321-751-6771.
Dealing with Diabetes, Ask the Doctor Lunch
& Learn Series, Tue Nov 14th, 11:30 – 1pm. VITAS Healthcare & Dr. Frederick Peterson will present a monthly series of “Ask the Doctor” seminars. Call 321-253-6311 to reserve your seat today.
Brown Bag Bingo! Tue Nov 14th, 1:30 – 3:30pm. Free to play. Prizes will be awarded. Beverages will be provided. Sponsored by VITAS. Call 321-253-6311 to RSVP.
Have You & Your Family Prepared Your Estate Plan & Health Care Directives?, Thur Nov 16th, at 10am. Attorney William A. Johnson, P.A. will provide important details to help you understand what legal documents you should have in place, & why. For info, call 321-253-1667.
Low Back Pain, Thur Nov 16th, 12 – 1pm. Aquatic Health & Rehab & Laser Center. This presentation will cover: Causes / Prevention / Treatment. RSVP to 321-253-6324.
Tummy Trouble? - Wuesthoff Living Well Lecture Series, Fri Nov 17th, from 2 – 3pm. Don’t let tummy trouble concern you this holiday season. Join Gastroenterologist Akrita Dewanwala, MD
as she unravels the common digestive concerns, bloating, constipation & GERD. Call 800-522-6363 to RSVP.
Considering Cremation Lunch & Learn Sem- inar by National Cremation, Mon Nov 20th, 11 – 1pm. Learn why making cremation arrangements in advance will help your family by reducing the nancial & emotional burden. Join National Cre- mation Society to learn about affordable options
& savings, Veterans Bene ts, travel & relocation protection plan & more. RSVP to 321-751-6771. MAC User Group Meeting, Tue Nov 21st, from
7 – 8:30pm. Meeting will feature presentations on topics of interest to MAC/Apple enthusiasts. Usually includes a guest speaker with a presenta- tion & often a hardware or software demo. RSVP
to 321-751-6771. Presented by Whittaker-Cooper Financial Group & MAC Mad.
AARP Driver Safety Class, Mon Nov 27th, 9-4pm Designed to help individuals retain their
Salad in a Jar Party & Take Healthy Back: Shred 10! , Sunday Nov 5th, from 3 – 6pm. Presented by Juice Plus. This is a great way of pre planning your healthy meals for the week. Bring 5 wide mouth 32 ounce mason jars, 1 box of greens, 2 – 3 salad toppings & your favorite dressing. Learn how to lose weight in 10 days. RSVP to 321-253-6324. What is Aid & Attendance & How Do I Qualify?, Tue Nov 7th, at 10am. Elder Law Attorney William A. Johnson, P.A. will take a comprehensive look at how to qualify for VA Aid & Attendance Program. For info call 321-253-1667.
Considering Cremation? by National Crema- tion, Tue Nov 7th, 2 – 4pm. Learn why making cremation arrangements in advance will help your family by reducing the nancial & emotional burden. Join National Cremation Society to learn about affordable options & savings, Veterans Ben- e ts, travel & relocation protection plan & more. RSVP to 321-751-6771.
Free Memory Screening, Wed Nov 8th, 12
– 4pm. Many things can affect your memory & ignoring changes won’t make it better... Knowl- edge is Power! Have your memory screened by
a professional from Compass Research. Allow 30 minutes for your appointment. Call 321-202-2712 for an appointment.
*New Memory Support Group, Wed Nov 8th, from 2:30 – 3:30pm. The group encourages caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical & emo- tional health as well as optimal care for the person with dementia. For info contact Stephanie Walsh, with Market Street Residence at 321-253-6321. Planning for Incapacity – How to Avoid Guard- ianship Proceedings, Thur Nov 9th, 10 – 12pm. Guardianship is the course of last resort, & can be complicated & expensive. You need to understand which documents will help to avoid a guardian- ship, & the process for a guardianship if one is necessary. Presented by Robin M. Petersen, P.A. of
One Senior Club Activities – Membership $20 per year – New members are welcome!
One Senior Club each Wed 9:30-2pm This active senior club meets weekly for board & card games, speakers, monthly birthday celebrations, & much more. Join the fun!
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Bridge Club each Wed – Duplicate Bridge 1- 4pm
Join this weekly bridge group for some serious card playing.