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| Health Matters
Savannah Now
August 8, 2016
http://savannahnow.com/accent/2016-08-08/health-matters
Support group for Clergy sex abuse victims
Aug. 9. The confidential support group – for both religious sex abuse victims and for their families – will be at 7 p.m. Aug. 9. The location is not being made public in order to protect the privacy of the participants. SNAP (Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests) has no affiliation with any church organization and is open to victims hurt in any denomination. Those interested in attending should contact Savannah SNAP Director Michael Corbett at 508-207-7418, Savannah@SNAPnetwork.org or SNAP National Outreach Director Barbara Dorris at 314-503-0003, bdorris@SNAPnetwork.org for meeting location.
MS support group to meet
Aug. 9. PRYME2 Self-Help Group for people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis will meet at Candler Hospital’s Marsh Auditorium at 6 p.m. Aug. 9. Topic to be discussed is “Holistic Guided Meditation” by 3rd Eye Organic. Info: Virginia Morrison 912-308-5384 or Geneva Golden 912-398-8570.
Savannah blood drive
The American Red Cross will be holding a blood drive:
Aug. 9 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Savannah Blood Donation Center, 25 Tibet Ave.
Aug. 10-11 from noon-7 p.m., Savannah Blood Donation Center, 25 Tibet Ave.
Aug. 12 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Savannah Blood Donation Center, 25 Tibet Ave.
Aug. 13 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Savannah Blood Donation Center, 25 Tibet Ave.
Aug. 15 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Savannah Blood Donation Center, 25 Tibet Ave., and from 1-6 p.m., Skidaway Island United Methodist, 54 Diamond Causeway
Free mammograms offered
Aug. 22. Free mammograms for eligible women will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 22 at the Chatham County Health Department, 1395 Eisenhower Drive. Women 40-64 years old without insurance whose annual income is not greater than 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level are eligible. Sponsored by the CCHD’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Program and St. Joseph’s/Candler Mobile Mammography Program. Appointments encouraged, walk-ins accepted. Make an appointment at 912-819-6800.
Stress reduction workshop planned
Aug. 27. Learn to manage stress and achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life at Vibrant Well-Being: A Workshop for Mindfulness, Stress Reduction, and Work-Life Balance workshop. Jacqueline Huntly will lead the workshop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Mercer University School of Medicine’s Savannah campus, 1250 E. 66th St. Registration: $50, includes materials, light refreshments. Register: www.memorialhealth.com/familymedicine
Savannah blood drive
Sept. 16. The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 16 at The Exchange Club of Savannah, 4801 Meding St.
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Free hearing screenings.
Thursdays. The Savannah Speech and Hearing Center, a nonprofit organization serving clients with speech pathology and audiology needs, offers free hearing screenings every Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at 1206 E. 66th St. Children ages 3 years old to adults of all ages are screened on a first-come, first-serve basis by a trained audiology assistant. Call 912-355-4601 or visit www.speechandhearingsav.org.
Vision loss support group
Second and fourth Tuesday of the month, peer support group for people living with any type of vision loss. Savannah Center for Blind and Low Vision, 1141 Cornell Ave. Info: Lesley Eatherly, 912-236-4473.
Free information on Medicare
GeorgiaCares provides free information and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers with health and drug plans the first Monday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon at Senior Citizens Inc., 3025 Bull St. To schedule an appointment, call SCI at 912-236-0363. Applicants must bring a photo ID, Medicaid and/or Medicare card and proof of income.
Caregiver support group
A Caregiver Support Group at 1:15 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at Edel Caregiver Institute, 6000 Business Center Drive, a program of nonprofit Hospice Savannah Inc. The group provides a safe place to connect with other caregivers. Exchange practical information on problems and possible solutions, and learn about available community resources. Info: www.EdelCaregiverInstitute.org or call 912-629-1331.
Family caregiving course
12:30 to 4:30 p.m. second Friday of each month. The Edel Caregiver Institute, a community resource for family caregivers, offers a free family caregiving class at 6000 Business Center Drive. Attend any of the four sessions: Practical Hands-on Caregiving Skills; The Financial Costs of Caregiving; Making Long Term Plans for Yourself and Your Loved One; and Self-care – Being a Healthy Caregiver. Info: www.EdelCaregiverInstitute.org or call 912-629-1331.
Mental health support groups
National Alliance on Mental Health support groups. Mental Health Education: 6-8 p.m., second Tuesday every month at The Reed House, 1144 Cornell Drive; Connections Group: 6-7:30 p.m., the first, third and fourth Tuesdays of each month, for anyone with a mental health diagnosis, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 12391 Mercy Blvd. This moves to Reed House effective Aug. 16. ; Family Support Group: 6-8 p.m., last Monday of the month at The Reed House, call Lisa Breitberg at 912-313-3272 to confirm meeting. All other NAMI Savannah info: 912-353-7143
Effingham County Navigator Team
6:30 p.m., second Tuesday of the month at The Learning Treehouse, 250 Goshen Road, Rincon. Effingham County Navigator Team is a support group and recreational program for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Info: Pauline Shaw at 912-659-9855, email effinghamcountynavigators@comcast.net and visit www.effinghamcountynavigatorteam.com.
Grief support groups
A full array of grief support groups and individual counseling for children, teens and adults is available at no charge through Hospice Savannah’s Full Circle Grief and Loss Center, 6000 Business Center Drive. Appointments are also available in the United way offices in Rincon. Info: www.HospiceSavannah.orgor call 912-303-9442.
Yoga Class
Yoga classes are offered on Saturdays, noon-1 p.m. at the City of Savannah Parks & Recreation Services Windsor Forest Community Center, 308 Briarcliff Circle. Fee is $10 per month. Instructor: Dr. Mahesh Gupta. Info: 912-921-2105 or 912-351-3841.
Yoga for cancer patients, survivors
6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 12:45 p.m. Thursdays, FitnessOne, 3rd floor, Memorial Outpatient and Wellness Center. Free for cancer survivors and those in treatment. Info/register: Katy Keyes at 912-350-9031.
Hatha yoga classes
5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Well Being, Heart & Lung Bldg., 5356 Reynolds St. Info/register, call 912-819-8800.
Free yoga for cancer patients
1:30 p.m. Mondays. St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Center for Well Being, Heart & Lung Bldg., Suite 100, 5356 Reynolds St. To pre-register, call 912-819-8800.
Hand in Hand support group
Hand in Hand is a support system for children in families affected by cancer that helps children deal with the uncertainty, stress and anxiety when a parent or loved one faces cancer. Held at the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. Info: Skye Cossio at 912-704-8588 or Jennifer Fournier at 912-819-6404.
Free HIV testing
The Chatham County Health Department, 1395 Eisenhower Drive, offers HIV testing at no cost from 8 to 10 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Mondays-Fridays. No appointment is needed; results in 15-20 minutes. A follow-up visit, along with counseling, will be scheduled for anyone testing positive. All testing will remain confidential. Info: 912-356-2441.
Alcoholics Anonymous daily meetings
Savannah Area Alcoholics Anonymous hosts meetings daily. To find a meeting near you, call 912-356-3688, 24 hours a day, or go to www.savannahaa.com.
Alzheimer’s caregiver support group
10:30 a.m.-noon first Monday of the month. Skidaway Island United Methodist Church, Room 111, 54 Diamond Causeway. Families caring for individuals with memory loss diseases are encouraged to attend the free, confidential caregiver support group. Info: 912-920-2231 or call the 24-hour helpline at 800-272-3900.
St. Mary’s Health Center open
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays; 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays; 8 a.m. to noon Fridays. St. Mary’s Health Center, 1302 Drayton St. Open for primary health for the uninsured of Chatham County. Info/appointment: 912-443-9409.
The Good Samaritan Clinic open
7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays at 4704 Augusta Road, Garden City. Affiliated with St. Joseph’s, the clinic provides health care to uninsured and financially qualified patients. Info/appointment/application: 912-964-4326.
The Transplant Advocacy Group
7 p.m. Second Tuesday (March, June, September and December). Savannah LifeLink office, 117 Park of Commerce Blvd., Suite 203. Info: Tracy Ide, 912-341-0000 or 800-365-2066.
American Cancer Society
The organization’s Reach to Recovery program helps breast cancer patients deal with their situations. Volunteer breast cancer survivors act as role models to breast cancer patients by sharing their personal experiences and providing them the opportunity to express and verbalize their own feelings and fears. Reach to Recovery is a free peer support program. This and other programs and local connections, call 800-227-2345 or online at www.cancer.org.
Cancer support group
11 a.m.-noon first Wednesday of each month. Lewis Cancer and Research Pavilion, 225 Candler Drive. Info: 912-819-8784.?
Blood pressure screenings
8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday. St. Joseph’s/Candler African-American Health Information and Resource Center, 1910 Abercorn St. Info: call 912-447-6605.
Tai Chi
10:30 a.m. Monday and Friday. St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Center for Well Being, Heart & Lung Bldg., 5356 Reynolds St. Info: 912-819-8800.
Overeaters Anonymous
6:30 p.m. Fridays. Unity Church of Savannah, 2320 Sunset Blvd.; 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. First Presbyterian Church, 520 Washington Ave. A nonprofit support group of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope in the battle against compulsive overeating. No fees. Info: 912-844-4524 or go to www.oa.org.
Savannah weight-loss surgery support group
6 p.m. first Wednesday of the month. Memorial Bariatrics, GenerationOne Bldg., 1100 Eisenhower Drive. For those who have had weight-loss surgery and those considering it. Info: 912-350-3438.
Rincon weight-loss surgery support group
6-7:30 p.m. third Thursday of each month. 613 Towne Park Drive West, Suite 103, Rincon. Support group for those who have had weight-loss surgery and those considering it. Free and open to the public. Info: 912-826-0918.
Eating disorders support group
7:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. Asbury Memorial United Methodist Church, 1008 Henry St. This is the only free support group in the city to offer a place for individuals struggling with anorexia and/or bulimia to come together in their recovery. Info: email edasavannah@yahoo.com.
Take Off the Pounds Sensibly
5:30 p.m. Thursdays. The Woods, 7364 Hodgson Memorial Blvd. TOPS (Take Off the Pounds Sensibly) nonprofit weight loss support group meets every Thursday. Weigh in beings at 5 p.m.; meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. Dues: $32 per year and $4 per month. “Loser of the Month” gets dues paid. First meeting free. Info: Valeri at 912-920-8519, www.tops.org.
Parkinson’s support group
5 p.m. first Thursday of the month. A Parkinson’s support group meets at Marsh Auditorium at Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. Info: 912-819-2224.
Multiple sclerosis support group
6 p.m. second Tuesday of the month. PRYME2 support group for people with multiple sclerosis meets at Marsh Auditorium, Candler Hospital, 5353 Reynolds St. Info: 912-819-2224.
Essential tremor support group
3-4:30 p.m. first Thursday of the month. Meets at the conference room, second floor, Lewis Cancer and Research Pavilion, Reynolds Street. Open to those with essential tremor disease, caretakers, family and health care workers. Discusses issues of managing the disease, new treatments and therapies, and maintaining quality of life. Info: Fran McCarey at 912-819-2224.
Medical Needs Registry
The Functional and Medical Needs Registry is made up of residents who may require transport and medical assistance during a hurricane evacuation and have no other resources such as family, friends, neighbors, or church members to help them if they need to evacuate. Residents must apply to be on the registry. To apply, call 912-691-7443. Download application and protected health information authorization form at www.gachd.org/chatham, click on Functional and Medical Needs Registration Information link under Chatham County Information.
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