Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition program for pregnant women, infants and children (under age 5). Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts 1502 Williamson Rd., 2nd floor, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-283-5050
HEALTHY LIFESTYLES Babes in the Woods March 18, April 8 and May 20, 10 a.m. – noon In-town hiking series for children 4 and under and their grown-ups. Explore a different city park each month and get tips for hiking with young children. Registration required. $6/family City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov BabyCare Home-visiting and education for expectant and new mothers with babies (ages 0-2). Ongoing. Call for dates and times. Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts 1502 Williamson Rd., 2nd floor, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-204-9991 Care Coordination and Care Transitions A health coach will work with clients discharged from the hospital to locate services to return to their homes in the community. Local Office on Aging, Inc. Contact: 540-345-0451 Chronic Disease Self Management This program offers workshops for older adults and adults with disabilities to develop skills and coping strategies to manage their chronic illnesses. Local Office on Aging, Inc. Contact: 540-345-0451 Confident City Cycling May 3, 6 – 8:30 p.m. Cycling program for adult riders looking to build skills and confidence. Bring your bike or contact Roanoke Mountain Adventures at 540-525-8295 to rent one. $15 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Eureka Park, 1529 Carroll Ave. N.W., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov Diabetes Prevention Program A year-long support program for pre-diabetic individuals looking for help in preventing Type 2 diabetes. Classes are ongoing. Call for times. Registration required. Virginia Cooperative Extension – Roanoke Contact: 540-772-7524 or mskimb8@vt.edu
Explore Your Local Parks by Bike (Lunch Series) March 5 and April 9 Come on a neighborhood ride of Roanoke parks. Each month features a different area of the city. Bring your bike, helmet and safety lights. $5 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov Free Virtual Health Presentations March 18, noon – 1 p.m. Eat Right, Be Fit, Reduce Your Risk March 25, noon – 1 p.m. Music as Medicine Join Carilion Clinic Health Educators virtually to learn about health and wellness topics. Registration is free and required to receive the Webex code. Carilion Clinic Community Health and Outreach Contact: 540-266-6000 / 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar Get Outside! Program March – June Outdoor adventure team-building programs for youth-serving community organizations and schools. Groups of up to 25 welcome. Registration is required. Apple Ridge Farm Contact: 540-982-1322 or alisha@appleridge.org Learn to Stand Up Paddleboard May 5 and 20, 6 – 8 p.m. Learn everything you need to know about stand up paddleboarding (SUP). Courses will be held on calm water, no experience is necessary. All equipment is provided. Must be able to swim.18+, 10+ with adult. $35 registration City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Carvins Cove Boat Dock, Roanoke, Va. Contact: 540-853-5360 or susan.herndon-powell@roanokeva.gov L.I.F.T. Chair Based Exercise Program (Virtual) Tuesdays and Thursdays weekly, 11 a.m. – noon Designed for seniors and sedentary adults, this free online class builds strength and balance. Registration is required. Virginia Cooperative Extension - Roanoke Contact: 540-772-7524 or mskimb8@vt.edu Morning Meditation & Coffee April 20 and May 18, 8 – 8:30 a.m. Start your day at the beautiful Morningside Urban Farm. Enjoy free coffee and tea while being guided through various short meditations to help you de-stress and focus on the present. Chairs available on-site, or bring a yoga mat with you. Registration is required. Morningside Urban Farm 917 Morgan Ave., S.E., Roanoke, Va. Contact: 800-422-8482 or CarilionClinic.org/calendar
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