SOCIAL SERVICES
Sherilyn Lapp, Director of Social Services
COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS MY FELLOW TRAVELER
JUNE 8, WEDNESDAY
10am, Theater | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076)
Noticing cognitive changes in yourself? Join others experiencing the same for fellowship and tips on resilient living in a safe, relaxed environment.
CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP JUNE 13, MONDAY
10am, Concord Room | Facilitators: Leah Hoffner (6171), Marcia Parsons (6239) Topic: Positive Approaches with Memory Loss, Teepa Snow video and discussion
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
WILL NOT MEET IN JUNE
Next meeting – July 14, Thursday
COMPASSIONATE NEIGHBOR
JUNE 15, WEDNESDAY
10am, Theater | Facilitator: Lorie Zeamer (6076)
Interested in supporting a friend or family member experiencing cognitive challenges? This group’s focus is dementia education and nonjudgmental interactions.
SHARING WITH SUPPORTIVE FRIENDS JUNE 15, WEDNESDAY
10am, Prayer and Meditation Room | Facilitator: Jenny Snyder (6259)
The purpose of this group is encouragement and support, particularly for those who may feel down, alone, anxious or stressed. Please RSVP to Jenny.
PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP JUNE 27, MONDAY
2pm, Garden Towers | Facilitator: Sherilyn Lapp (6264)
Special Speaker: Marisa Elfawal, Compassus Hospice Care Consultant Topic: Palliative Care and Hospice Myths and Facts
ONLINE HEARING LOSS NETWORK
Facilitator: Mary Beth Villafane (6010) www.hearingloss.gsvnet.org
NATIONAL BEST FRIEND DAY, JUNE 8 Having a very good friend is one of life’s many blessings! Someone to share your heart, spend time with and someone to laugh or cry with. Burdens are lessened and joys enhanced when shared with a trusted friend. Many people have several best friends throughout their lives – a childhood best friend, a coworker best friend, spouse, sibling, church friend… The seasons of life are constantly changing, bringing opportunities to hold onto valued “old” friendships while reaching out for new ones. Consider celebrating Best Friend Day by
ELANCO NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP
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6:30pm, GSV Prayer & Meditation Room
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JUNE 5, 12, 19 & 26, SUNDAYS
Call 410-598-6792 for more information.
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Spending time with your friend(s) – go out for lunch, shopping, golfing, taking a walk
Calling an old best friend that you haven’t talked to in awhile Writing a note of appreciation
Making an effort to find a best friend if you don’t currently have one
THE GARDEN VARIETY | A PUBLICATION OF GARDEN SPOT VILLAGE
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