Eugene/Springfield
Virtual Stroke Support Group
Life after a stroke isn't easy. Talking to others who have been through a stroke may help. You're invited to join the next group meeting (a holiday party) from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Wednesday, Dec. 4 at First Baptist Church of Eugene at 3550 Fox Meadow Road in Eugene. The next virtual meeting is Wednesday, Dec. 18. For more information, please contact StrokeCenter@peacehealth.org, or call 541-222-8461.
Heart Walk and Talk
You're invited to a free walking group 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., the first Thursday of the month. The next session is Dec. 5. Learn from heart-health experts while you get fresh air and exercise on the scenic paths at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. Meet near the arches with quotes by the emergency department. Free parking is available in designated OHVI parking.
Light Up a Life Ceremony
You are invited to Sacred Heart Hospice’s 38th annual Light Up A Life tree lighting and reading of names ceremony. This event is open to everyone in our community who is grieving the death of a loved one. It happens at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 in the RiverBend hospital lobby.
Shop with a Dietitian
Join PeaceHealth registered dietitian Cecelia Jacobson for a free personalized shopping session at Market of Choice from 2 to 3 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month. The next session is Dec. 17. Limited to 10 participants. Each will receive a store discount coupon. Register here.
HEARTsafe Meeting
Have you survived or been impacted by sudden cardiac arrest? HEARTsafe Eugene/Springfield and PeaceHealth host a support group that meets 4 to 5 p.m. once a month. The next meeting is Dec. 17. In-person attendees meet in room 200CD at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. Virtual attendees, email heartsafe@peacehealth.org for a link.
Florence
Better Breathers Club
Come to the free monthly meeting of Better Breathers Club 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 at Peace Harbor Medical Center in Conference Room C. This group helps people with a pulmonary condition. Each meeting features different speakers and activities. Everyone is welcome. Come for support and camaraderie as well as tools to help you breathe better.
Light Up a Life Ceremony
You are invited to Peace Harbor Hospice’s 29th annual Light Up A Life tree lighting and reading of names ceremony. This event is open to everyone in our community who is grieving the death of a loved one. It happens at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at Florence Events Center at 715 Quince St. in Florence.
Doc Talk
Coast Radio's George Henry speaks with local health professionals in and around Florence about what's going on with health and medicine. Tune in at FM 106.9 for new episodes the third Thursday of the month. The next show is Dec. 19.
Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.
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