Hospice offers free bereavement program
HPH Hospice will offer a bereavement program called “Grief’s Journey” starting Feb. 18 through April 15, at HPH Hospice Resource Center, 37441 Clinton Ave., in Dade City.
The group will meet for eight consecutive weeks on Wednesday at 1 p.m.
Attendance at one of the first two weeks’ meetings is necessary.
For information or to register, call (800) 486-8784.
Lymphedema support
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will offer a lymphedema support group Feb. 19 at 3 p.m.
Lymphedema is a persistent swelling, usually affecting an arm or leg that sometimes occurs as a side effect of cancer treatment.
For information and reservations, call (727) 834-5630.
Heart lectures
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., will host these upcoming heart lectures:
- Feb. 19 at 3 p.m.: Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery and its Benefits
- Feb. 20 at 2 p.m.: Women and Cardiac Disease
- Feb. 25 at 2:30 p.m.: Congestive Heart Failure
For information or to RSVP, call (877) 534-3108.
Huntington’s disease
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will have a Huntington’s disease support group Feb. 19 at 6:30 p.m.
This is a monthly group for anyone whose life is affected by Huntington’s disease.
For information, contact Nina Qualters at (727) 236-3578, or email .
Diabetes education
Access Health Care, 5382 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, is offering a diabetes education series. The next lecture, “Tips for Lowering Glucose,” is Feb. 23 at 1 p.m.
For information and reservations, call (352) 200-2190.
Carpal Tunnel seminar
The Health & Wellness Center at Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, 2700 Healing Way, will have a seminar on “Finding the Light at the End of the Tunnel…Syndrome” Feb. 24 at noon.
Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes will discuss Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, the potential causes, symptoms and treatment options.
A free lunch will be provided.
For information and reservations, call (813) 929-5432.
Tuesday Tutorials
The Heart Institute at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point will present a series of Tuesday Tutorials with complimentary lunch at the Rao Musunuru Conference Center, 14100 Yosemite Drive in Hudson.
All programs begin at noon. Upcoming tutorials are:
- Feb. 24 is “Surviving Sudden Cardiac Death”
- March 3 is “Non-Surgical Treatment of Vascular Diseases”
For information and reservations, call (727) 869-5498.
‘Healthy Habits for Your Heart’
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will have a seminar on “Healthy Habits for Your Heart” Feb. 25 at noon.
Dr. Christos Pitarys, interventional cardiologist, will discuss risk factors, prevention and basic habits for a healthier heart.
Admission is free. A light lunch will be served.
For information and reservations, call (727) 834-5630, or email .
MS support group
First Christian Church, 6040 Eighth St., in Zephyrhills, will host a multiple sclerosis support group the first Thursday of every month at 1 p.m., in Fellowship Hall.
Refreshments will be served.
The group also hosts a social event the third Thursday of every month.
For information and to RSVP, call (813) 782-9306 or (813) 788-9931.
Aging agency seeking nominations
The Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas Inc., is seeking nominations for the first Patricia J. Bell Achievements in Aging Award.
The award is in honor of the memory of Patricia J. Bell, a longtime advocate in the aging field.
Nominees should demonstrate significant contributions in the field of aging in Pasco and/or Pinellas counties.
Nominations will be accepted until March 9.
The winner will be recognized during a luncheon April 24 at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater.
For information and nomination forms, visit AgingCareFL.org/patricia-j-bell-award, or call Helen King at (727) 570-9696, ext. 210.
Peripheral neuropathy clinic opens
A free, volunteer-run clinic is now open in Tampa for the education and support of those diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy.
The clinic provides education and support in coping with neuropathy, dealing with physical limitations, home safety, and symptom management.
Space is limited and available by appointment only.
For information, call Cindy Tofthagen at (813) 252-0475, or email .
Ostomy support group
The Regional Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center Bayonet Point, 7525 Medical Drive in Hudson, will host an ostomy support group Feb. 25 at 5 p.m.
The meeting is open to all ostomy patients and their families.
For information, call (727) 869-5551.
Gulfside names Scalise to VP position
Gulfside Hospice & Pasco Palliative Care has appointed Tara Scalise as its vice president of Continual Process Improvement.
Scalise will be responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing compliance with a comprehensive quality operating system including policies, procedures, and standards and systems for the organization.
She also will be responsible for conducting audits to evaluate Gulfside’s core business and clinical activities.
Scalise is a graduate of the University of New Orleans and has more than 15 years experience in the social services field.
