Support Groups

CONNECTIONS CIRCLE: CAREGIVER SUPPORT

WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 18; FEBRUARY 15 10 A.M. • BUTTONWOOD ROOM / WDL

This group offers support for residents or family members who are caregivers for someone with dementia. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with fellow caregivers, share ideas and discuss the stresses, challenges and rewards of providing care for a loved one. If there is a need for respite, a coinciding group offering supervised activities for your loved one with dementia is available. Pre-registration is required. Contact Emily Reese, Connections Program Coordinator, (239) 454-2134 Connections@shellpoint.org to register your loved one for the supervised activity program or questions about the group.

VISION ENRICHMENT

TUESDAYS, JANUARY 10; FEBRUARY 14 2:15 P.M. • SOCIAL CENTER/IS

This group provides educational opportunities and support for those individuals dealing with low vision. Discussions may include the emotional aspects of vision loss, investigating solutions, helpful tools, and sharing resources. At every session, you will learn a “quick eye exercise” that you can utilize at home and share with others. Please join us to share your story, your knowledge, as well as your experiences with other residents. For additional information, contact Healthy Living Coordinator Katy Quinones at (239) 454-2101.

HEARING ENRICHMENT

WEDNESDAYS, JANUARY 25; FEBRUARY 22 1:15 P.M. • SOCIAL CENTER/IS

Poor hearing can affect many aspects of one’s life. This group seeks to help residents cope with hearing loss, share information, learn about services and products that may help and offer support to each other. This is a great opportunity to try out the assisted listening devices available in the Social Center. For more information, call Healthy Living Coordinator Robert Torres at (239) 433-7975.

DIABETES SUPPORT

FRIDAYS, JANUARY 6; FEBRUARY 3 1 P.M. • SOCIAL CENTER/IS

Anyone impacted by diabetes or looking to learn more including spouses or family members are invited to attend the Diabetes Support Group. Each monthly meeting covers a different topic and includes an open discussion and an opportunity to share. Call Vivian Ciulla (239) 225-2929 for more information.

GRIEFSHARE

THURSDAYS, JANUARY 5, 12, 19, 26 1:30 P.M. • SABAL ROOM/WDL

This thirteen-week program provides help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life. We know it hurts and we want to help. Led by Carol Johnston (Coquina). Call her at (717) 368-6196 for additional information.

HEART HEALTHY

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6 10 A.M. • SOCIAL CENTER/IS

The Heart Healthy group aims to provide support and educational information to individuals living with heart disease. The goal of the group is to allow members to share their experience, fears and solutions in an effort to help everyone—from the newly diagnosed, to those managing heart disease for many years. For more information, please contact Healthy Living Coordinator Lorena Nazario at (239) 454-2295.

PARKINSON’S ENRICHMENT

TUESDAYS, JANUARY 3; FEBRUARY 7 10:15 A.M. • SOCIAL CENTER/IS

The Parkinson’s Enrichment Group aims to provide support and educational opportunities to those affected by Parkinson’s disease as a patient, caregiver, family member, or friend. Meetings include speakers, group discussions, and emotional support. For more information, call Healthy Living Coordinator Christy Hayford at (239) 433-7939.