TODAY, March 2
SPIRITED SURVIVORS BREAST CANCER SUPPORT
Where: Imiloa Sky Garden Restaurant, Hilo
When: 11 a.m. March 2
Details: The Spirited Survivors offers social support for those newly diagnosed and survivors of breast cancer via welcoming network. Survivors share information, personal experiences and concerns. No-host lunch. No fees. Meets first Saturday of each month.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
ACROSAGE THERAPY
Where: Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave.
When: 2 p.m. March 2
Details: Hanging upside down, the spine lengthens and the body experiences altered states of consciousness. Benjamin Marantz and Samantha Sunshine will discus AcroSage therapy.
Contact: Christine Reed, 961- 0144, bbinfo@hawaiiantel.net
MONDAY, March 4
ACS ‘LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER’ SESSION
Where: American Cancer Society, 120 Pauahi St., Ste 302, Hilo
When: 1 p.m. March 4
Details: Inviting women currently in, or who have just completed, treatment for a cancer diagnosis. Program is designed to help women combat hair loss, skin changes and other treatment-related side effects. Registration required; make-up included. Session on first Monday of each month; free.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
THURSDAY, March 7
MEMORY CHECKS
Where: Life Care Center of Hilo, 944 W. Kawailani St.
When: 3 p.m. March 7
Details: Check takes 15 minutes. Must call for an appointment.Results sent to physician. Additional information on taking care of your brain will be provided.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 959- 9151, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
ONGOING
MALL WALKERS PROGRAM
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza
When: 9:30 a.m.
Details: Tuesdays and Thursdays, through March 21, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 5-7 p.m.
Contact: 959-3555, beverly. crudele@ggp.com
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Where: 69-A Railroad Ave., Hilo
When: 6 p.m. Tuesday
Details: Malama Ka Pili Pa‘a Cancer Support Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Hui Malama Ola Na ‘Oiwi Hilo office.
Contact: Leimomi Shearer, 969-9220, leimomi@huimalamahawaii.com
LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Hawaii Pacific Oncology Center, 1285 Waianuenue Ave.
When: 6 p.m. Wednesday
Details: Group meets third Wednesday of month. Note new meeting place — the Hawaii Pacific Oncology Center, across the street from Hilo Medical Center. Guest speaker Dr. Steve Herman will focus on psychosocial interventions of cancer. All cancer patients and caregivers invited.
Contact: Donna Faria, 968- 7050, donna.faria3@gmail.com
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS
Where: HI Adult Care, Hilo
When: 9 a.m. Thursday
Details: Support for caregivers of someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Association support. Free respite service. Meets third Thursday of month.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Where: Aging & Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St.
When: 5 p.m. March 13
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Association provides info and support.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
MALAMA PERINATAL WALKING GROUP
Where: Liliuokalani Park or Prince Kuhio Plaza Food Court
When: 9:30 a.m. monthly
Details: Walking group for expectant mothers, support members to encourage physical activity while pregnant. Monthly on the first Tuesday. Meets at PKP only if raining.
Contact: Angelina, 934-9823, malama@fsswh.org
FENCING FITNESS
Where: Mountain View Gym and Mauna Loa School
When: 5:30 p.m.
Details: Enjoy physical and mental aspects of exciting sport; give body and brain a real workout. No experience necessary. Tuesdays in Hilo; Thursdays in Mountain View.
Contact: Gayle Chavez, 985- 8702, hawaiifencing@gmail.com
HAWAIIAN ACRES
AL-ANON
Where: Hawaiian Acres Community Center, Kurtistown
When: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday
Details: Free support for anyone impacted by another’s drinking.
Contact: Hotline: 935-0971; Alanon96760@outlook.com
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETS AROUND ISLE
Where: Varies
When: Regularly scheduled
Details: Want to stop drinking? Call for support, meeting info. Visit www.hawaiiaa.org.
Contact: AA, 961-6133
AL-ANON IN EAST HAWAII HELPS THE FAMILIES
Where: Varies
When: Regularly scheduled
Details: Family groups help all troubled by another’s drinking. Visit www.afghawaii.org.
Contact: 24-hour line, 935- 0971; info@afghawaii.org
HOSPICE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT DROP-IN GROUP
Where: Hospice of Hilo
When: 10 a.m. Tuesdays
Details: Get help in coping with loss of loved one. Private counseling also available. Free.
Contact: Cathy, 969-1733, cathyhough@hospiceofhilo.org
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE HELPS FRIENDS, FAMILY
Where: Hospice of Hilo
When: 5:30 p.m.
Details: Free bereavement counseling for all who have lost a loved one to suicide; second Tuesday of month.
Contact: Cathy, 969-1733, cathyhough@hospiceofhilo.org
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT
Where: Church of Holy Cross
When: 10 a.m. second Tuesday
Details: Assistance from knowledgeable community members, Alzheimer’s Association. Helpful tips and opportunity to network. If you help someone, then come and be helped.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
FORGETFUL? SUPPORT GROUP FOR YOU
Where: Aging & Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St.
When: 5 p.m. second Wednesday
Details: Support for forgetful people and their family. Alzheimer’s Association information and support.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
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
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
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT MEETS MONTHLY
Where: HI Adult Care
When: 9 a.m. third Thursday
Details: For all who help someone who is forgetful. Free respite service available.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
ALTERNATIVE NATURAL MEDICINE
Where: Hilo Church of God
When: 6-7 p.m. Thursdays
Details: Meets weekly.
Contact: Michele, 640-2407; Michele_Robles@yahoo.com
CODEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS, HILO
Where: Central Christian Church
When: 1-2 p.m. Thursdays
Details: This is a friendly fellowship of men and women working to develop healthy relationships.
Contact: Cheryl, 333-1467, mackenzie@hawaiiantel.net
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETS IN HILO
Where: Central Christian Church
When: Noon Tuesdays
Details: This is a fellowship for those who have food or weight issues. There are no fees collected, nor are there any weigh-ins for participants. Please enter in back through the church basement.
Contact: 965-7028
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETS IN PUNA
Where: Puna Covenant Church on old Volcano Highway, Keaau
When: 5 p.m. Thursdays
Details: See previous listing.
Contact: 965-7028
COMING
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS- THE ALOHA PROJECT
Where: Mina Pharmacy and Shiigi Drug, 1251 Kilauea Ave. Suites 190C and 333, Hilo
When: 9:30 a.m. March 9
Details: Free health screenings and consultations. UH-Hilo pharmacy students want to help you get motivated to live healthier. Free blood pressure/diabetes/cholesterol screenings and medication education. Mina Pharmacy, March 9, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Shiigi Drug, March 16, 9 a.m.- noon.
Contact: 256-6104, thealohaprojecthawaii@gmail.com
ACS ‘LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER’ IN WAIMEA
Where: Tutu’s House, Kamuela Business Center, Waimea
When: 10 a.m.-noon March 14
Details: Registration now being accepted. Learn beauty techniques to help combat the appearance-related side-effects of chemo and radiation therapy. Session also covers tricks and tips using head coverings, scarves and wigs. Registration required, make-up included.
