Parrish Healthcare Announces Community Support Group Schedule for February

Parish Offers Free Classes, Support Groups and Events

BREVARD COUNTY, TITUSVILLE, FLORIDA — Parrish Healthcare offers a variety of support groups as a free service to the community. The February 2023 schedule is as follows:

Parrish Healthcare’s Fearless Café
A collaboration with St. Francis Reflections Life Stages Care, this group shares a casual discussion about advanced directives, power of attorney, wills, living wills and all of the often, scary conversations about death and dying.

• When: Wed., Feb. 1; 10-11 am
• Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville
• Facilitated by Janet Rooks, MA, CDP
• For additional information, please contact Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800.
• To register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/FearlessCafe

Parrish Healthcare Mom’s Support Group
A group for mothers with babies ages birth to six months. During this time, moms will be able to discuss topics such as infant feeding, sleeping, milestones, car seats, play, development, post-partum care, birth control, post-partum depression, dietary needs and much more. Space is limited.

• When: Mon., Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; 10-11 a.m.
• Where: The Children’s Center, 5650 S. Washington Ave., Titusville
• For additional information and to register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/Moms

Parenting Unique Minds (Autism Spectrum Disorder Workshop)
An 8-session workshop series for parents of preschool children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Parents will learn the importance of play, childhood self-care and independence and the basics of Applied Behavior Analysis.

• When: Wed., Feb. 8; 5:30-6pm
• Where: The Children’s Center, 5650 S. Washington Ave., Titusville
• For additional information and to register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/ASD

Parrish Healthcare’s Caring for Caregivers Support Group
Care giving is a rewarding, yet demanding labor of love. Join us to learn how to care for yourself while you care for your loved one.

• When: Thurs., Feb. 9, 23; 9:30-11:30 am
• Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville
• Facilitated by Janet Rooks, MA, CDP
• For additional information, please contact Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800.
• To register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/CaregiverSupport

Parrish Healthcare Diabetes Support Group
This support group is for anyone age 18 and older with diabetes. Join us for tips to live better with this disease.

• When: Mon., Feb. 13; 3-4:30 p.m.
• Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N Washington Ave., Titusville
• Facilitated by Peggy McLaughlin, BSN, RN, CDCES
• For additional information, please contact Peggy McLaughlin at 321-268-6699.
• To register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/DiabetesSupport

Early Steps Community Play Date
A special play date for children five and under and their parent(s)/guardian(s).

• When: Wed., Feb. 15; 9-10:30am
• Where: The Children’s Center, 5650 S. Washington Ave., Titusville
• Facilitated by Mary Cancel, Family Resource Specialist
• For additional information visit parrishhealthcare.com/EarlySteps

Parrish Healthcare Cancer and Survivor Support Group
This group is for cancer patients, cancer survivors and anyone touched by the disease. Enjoy refreshments and talk with others sharing similar situations and experiences.

• When: Wed., Feb. 15; 4-5:30 p.m.
• Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville
• Facilitated by Shannon Luker, RN, BSN, OCN, CBCN
• For additional information, please contact Shannon Luker at 321-268-6111, ext. 3544.
• To register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/CancerSupport

Parrish Healthcare Stroke and Heart Survivors 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: Tues., Feb. 21; 2-4:00 pm
• Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville
• Facilitated by Janet Rooks, MA, CDP
• For additional information, please contact Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800.
• To register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/StrokeandHeartSupport

Parrish Healthcare A.W.A.K.E Celebration
Alert, Well and Keeping Energetic (AWAKE). Is your family AWAKE? All are invited to join for this free sleep event. Learn how getting a better night’s sleep can improve the overall health of your family. Enjoy a delicious meal and register to win multiple door prize drawings.

• When: Thurs., Feb. 23; 5-8 pm
• Where: Indian River Preserve, 3950 Clubhouse Dr., Mims
• Facilitated by Michele Roberge, RT(R), RPSGT
• For additional information to register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/AWAKE

Tools to Quit Smoking Now
We know quitting tobacco isn’t easy but finding help should be. Parrish Healthcare has partnered with Tobacco Free Florida to offer this free class which equips those to use tobacco with tools and services to quit.

• When: Tues., Feb. 28; 5:30-7:30pm
• Where: Parrish Medical Center, 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville
• For more information and to register, visit parrishhealthcare.com/quitsmoking

For more information about available classes, support groups and events, visit parrishhealthcare.com/events.

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