TODAY, Feb. 2
B.R.I.D.G.E.S SUPPORT
Where: 440 Kapiolani St., Hilo
When: 2 p.m. Feb. 2
Details: Ongoing on first and third Saturday of each month at nonprofit Hawaii Island Home for Recovery. For adults with mental illness to voice opinions and improve their lives. B.R.I.D.G.E.S. stands for Building Recovery of Indivduals through Dreams Goals Education and Support. Refreshments will be available; a drug-free event.
Contact: Lynn and Christol, 640-2519 or 769-8636, hilobridges@gmail.com
SPIRITED SURVIVORS BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
Where: Imiloa Sky Garden
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Spirited Survivors offers social support for newly diagnosed patients and survivors of breast cancer in informal peer-led setting. Welcoming network of survivors sharing information, personal experiences, concerns on first Saturday of month.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
SAMADHI FITNESS
Where: Kalani Oceanside Retreat
When: 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, Friday
Details: Ongoing 75-minute intense dance asana combining yoga, swing, hip hop, Irish step, Latin and tribal trance dance; for all ages, levels.
Contact: Daina Fawn, 1-804- 366-0503, Charismadances@ gmail.com
WHAT IS DEMENTIA?
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 9 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association explains difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, reversible and irreversible dementia, the stages, warning signs, risk factors. Call to sign up.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
‘A TIME TO REMEMBER’
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presents movie “A Time To Remember” focusing on a family reunion at Thanksgiving. Call for reservation.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
FORGETFULNESS PART 1
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 2
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presentation for the forgetful and their family members. Attendees do not need to have a formal diagnosis. First in a three-part series. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
MONDAY, Feb. 4
ACS ‘LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER’ PROGRAM
Where: American Cancer Society, 120 Pauahi St., Suite 302
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 4
Details: Inviting all women facing appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Free program designed to help women combat hair loss, skin changes and other treatment-related side effects. Call to sign up; makeup included. Meets first Monday of month.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
THURSDAY, Feb. 7
CODEPENDENTS ANON
Where: Central Christian Church
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 7
Details: Meets one hour weekly. Fellowship of men and women to develop healthy, loving relationships via 12-step programs.
Contact: Cheryl or Charles, 333-1467 or 937-2683, mackenzie@hawaiiantel.net
COMING
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS IN HILO
Where: Mina Pharmacy, Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 9
Details: Screenings, consultations with UH-Hilo pharmacy/ nursing students: blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, medication education; healthy-living giveaways.
Contact: 808-256-6104, thealohaprojecthawaii@gmail.com
LEGAL AFFAIRS
IN DEMENTIA
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 9 a.m. Feb. 9
Details: Alzheimer’s Association will discuss dementia and potential legal needs, legal capacity, advance health care directives, financial planning and organizing legal financial affairs. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
‘COMPLAINTS OF A
WDUTIFUL DAUGHTER’
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 11 a.m. Feb. 9
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presents video focusing on a daughter’s perspective of her mother’s dementia. Limited seating. Call to reserve.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
LIVING WITH
FORGETFULNESS PART 2
Where: Aging/Disability RC
When: 1 p.m. Feb. 9
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presentation for anyone who is forgetful and their family. Attendees do not need to have a medical diagnosis; second in three-part series. Limited seating. Call to reserve.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
