You’ll find something for all age groups
October classes and activities sponsored by Parrish Medical Center and its family of services and programs include everything from childbirth classes to information for caregivers. See individual classes for location and contact information.
CHILDBIRTH/BABY CARE EDUCATION
Beginning Breastfeeding Class: Free
When: Third Monday each month, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: The Children's Center, 5650 US Highway 1, Titusville
Call: 321-268-6682 to register
Moments to Miracles (Childbirth Education Class)
Where: Parrish Medical Center Conference Center
Cost: $50 per couple (preregistration required)
Call: 321-268-6790 for dates and times
Sibling Class for Big Brothers and Sisters
Where: Parrish Medical Center Conference Center
Call: 321-268-6790 for information (preregistration required)
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES
Respite Nights: Parent night out while children with special needs, siblings, and friends participate in supervised activities. Sponsored in part by United Way of Brevard.
When: Saturday, Oct 13, 4:00-8:00 p.m.
Where: 9 and under at The Children's Center, 5650 US Highway 1, Titusville: $20 first child, $5 each additional sibling
Over age 10 at Parrish Health & Fitness, 2210 Cheney Highway, Titusville, FL 32780: $10 first child, $5 each additional sibling
To register: Call Kathy Simonsen at 264-0855 or e-mail kathy.simonsen@parrishmed.com
The Children’s Center Activities
Contact Kathy Simonsen at 264-0855 or e-mail kathy.simonsen@parrishmed.com
5650 South Washington Ave., Titusville 32780
Mom's Morning Out: Ages 2–3
When: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Cost: $160 per month (snack provided)
Playgroup Pals for ages 1–3
When: Wednesday mornings, event time varies
Cost: $40 per month or $100 per quarter session
Call: 321-264-0855 for details
DIABETES EDUCATION
Diabetes Group Class: All-day program for comprehensive knowledge of diabetes management
When: Mondays, October 1 & 15, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Diabetes Education Department
Cost: Covered by Medicare and most private insurances
Call: 321-268-6699 for more information, to register and location
Diabetes Survival Skills: Three-hour group class, overview of diabetes self-management skills
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Where: Diabetes Education Department
Cost: Covered by Medicare and most private insurances
Call: 321-268-6699 for complete information, times, to register and location
FITNESS EDUCATION
Exercise, Nutrition, Wellness classes: Free monthly events offered on a variety of fitness and wellness topics
Where: Parrish Health & Fitness Center, 2210 Cheney Highway, Titusville
Call: 321-268-6200, ext. 8607, for information and free one-week trial pass
GENERAL INTEREST CLASSES
Cancer Education Seminars
Where: Parrish Medical Center, 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, FL
When: Tuesday, October 2
CEUs: 1 nursing contact hour; $10 charge for non-PMC nurses who request contact hour
Call: 321-268-6111, ext. 3544
Cardiac and Pulmonary Wellness Programs
Where: Parrish Health & Fitness Center Conference Room, 2210 Cheney Highway, Titusville
Call: 321-268-6729 for more information
Caregiver Academy: "Knowledge is Power" and the goal is to empower the caregiver with different topics presented each month by community experts.
When: Oct 11, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, FL, Parrish Health Village West
Call: Janet Rooks at 321-268-6800 for more information or a list of monthly topics; registration not required
Food for Life: Explore nutrition and cooking tips that have shown to help with the prevention of cancer and other chronic conditions. Delicious samples will be served.
When: Tuesdays, September 11 through October 2, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Parrish Health and Fitness Center, 2210 Cheney Hwy, Titusville, FL 32780
Call: 321-268-6200 for more information and to register
Grocery Store Tour presented by Cardiac and Pulmonary Wellness
When: October 3, 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: Publix on Garden Street
Call: 321-268-6726 for more information and to RSVP (space is limited)
Life Line Screening: Preventive and affordable health screenings
When: Wednesday, October 3
Where: Indian River City United Methodist Church, 1355 Cheney Highway, Titusville, FL
To Register: go to www.LifeLineScreening.com or call 1-800-690-6313
Living Healthy: Free six-week workshop for anyone living with a chronic condition, like diabetes, heart failure, asthma, arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, etc.
When: Tuesdays, October 9 through November 13, 9:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: Heritage Hall, 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, Parrish Health Village West
Call: 321-268-6596 for detailed workshop information and to register
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