Health briefs for the week

Classes

SOUTH BEND — Howard Park Event Center, 201 S. St. Louis Blvd., offers the following exercise classes:

• Pound Fitness, 6 to 7 p.m. every Monday through Sept. 25. Looking for a way to exercise that doesn’t feel like exercise? This class consists of drumming, cardio, and strength training. Open for all.

• Chair Yoga, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Monday through Oct. 2. Chair yoga is practiced while sitting on a chair and is designed for those with physical disabilities or those who find a typical yoga session too challenging.

SOUTH BEND — Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana will offer the free class in the Care Partner Academy, “Alzheimer’s and Dementia 101” from 10 to 11 a.m. Aug. 7. Patty Piechocki, director of the Institute for Excellence in Memory Care, will lead this live/interactive web session. Participants can connect through their computer. Register online at https://alzni.org/caregivers/caregiving/.

SOUTH BEND — RiverBend Cancer Services Wellness House, 3516 E. Jefferson Blvd., will offer the following “Living Well with Cancer” classes. All classes are free and open to cancer patients, survivors, their families, and caregivers; please pre-register for all classes by calling 574-287-4197.

• Seated Strength — 10 a.m. Monday and Wednesday. Strength building class that may utilize light weights and bands while seated or with a chair for support. Class size is limited.

• Fragrant, Fresh Lavender — 1 p.m. Monday.

• Gyna Girls — 4:30 p.m. Monday.

• Gentle Yoga — 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday. Floor yoga class suitable for all levels of experience. Bring your own mat. Class size is limited.

• Chair Yoga — 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday and Aug. 10. Modified poses that can be done from a seated position and with a chair for support. Class size is limited.

• Support Squad — 11 a.m. Tuesday.

• Bits & Bites — Noon Tuesday.

• MELT — 1 p.m. Tuesday.

• Kim’s Bra Boutique — 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday. Free bra and/or prosthesis fitting for women impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis. Reservations required.

• Dominoes — 2 p.m. Wednesday.

• Supper & Support — 5:30 p.m. Wednesday.

• Yarnwork — 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 10.

• Personal Training — 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 10.

• Unity Garden — 3 to 4 p.m. Aug. 10.

SOUTH BEND — Downtown South Bend Inc. will offer free yoga, Zumba and more every Saturday through Aug. 26. The program is held at the Gridiron, 122 S. Michigan St. The drop-in classes are free and open to all ages and skill levels. Participants should dress in appropriate clothing and footwear, bring a mat and adequate fluids, and will be required to sign a waiver for the season. Free parking is available on the street and in the Leighton Parking Garage, enter off Jefferson Blvd. Saturday’s class includes 8 a.m. Yoga; 9 a.m. Zumba; 10 a.m. WERQ. For more information, visit downtownsouthbend.com/summer-fitness-series.

BUCHANAN — The Buchanan Area Senior Center, 810 Rynearson St., 269-695-7119, offers the following exercise classes and health checks through the end of August. The exercise room is open all hours BASC is open. Note:

• Mondays: 10 a.m. — Chair fitness with Linda; 11 a.m. — Dancing to the Oldies with CeCe; 2 p.m. — Qigong via DVD, assisted by Marge.

• Tuesdays: 9 a.m. — Osteo fit with Missy; 5:30 p.m. — Powerbeats with Missy. No Osteo fit on Aug. 8.

• Wednesdays: 10:15 a.m. — Chair fitness with CeCe.

• Thursdays: 11 a.m. — Chair yoga with Lisa.

• Fridays: 9 a.m. — Powerbeats with Missy; 10 a.m. — Chair fitness with Lizz.

• Blood Pressure Checks — Always Best Care Senior Services will be at the BASC at 10 a.m. on Aug. 10 and Aug. 24.

• Hearing Aid Checks — Dr. Michelle Ridenour from West Michigan Hearing Specialists, will be at the center from 2 to 3 p.m. Aug. 15, to check ears for wax, clean hearing aids, and answer questions. Call the BASC to register.

• Pamper Your Feet — Monthly foot clinic through Blessed Feet, LLC, beginning at 9 a.m. Aug. 10. Initial appointment fee is $30; all subsequent appointments will cost $25 (checks payable to Blessed Feet, LLC). Not covered under any insurance. Call the BASC to schedule an appointment.

• Healthier Cooking and Meal Planning with Chef Gwen Mottl — Chef will be showing how to make Mahi Mahi with pineapple salsa, Jicama slaw, and a strawberry kiwi smoothie; 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 17. Space is limited, registration required.

Events

SOUTH BEND — The St. Joseph County Public Library will offer “Autism 101” presented by Lighthouse Autism Center from 6 to 7 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Francis Branch, 52655 N. Ironwood Road. Information will be given on the signs and characteristics of autism, appropriate interactions, and de-escalation techniques. Participants are invited to ask questions. Register at sjcpl.libnet.info/event/8407277.

Support Groups

MISHAWAKA — Michiana Hematology Oncology will hold its next monthly Breast Cancer Survivor Support Group meeting from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at 5340 Holy Cross Parkway. The group is led by Dr. Zon, physician emeritus of MHO. This month’s guest speaker is BJ Wray German, breast cancer coach, presenting “What Breast Cancer Cannot Do to Me.” All are welcome including current patients, family members, and cancer support advocates. Sign-up is not required. If you would like to RSVP or ask a question, contact Monica Chan at 574-231-6479; monica.chan@mhopc.com.

NILES — Lory’s Place and the Niles-Buchanan YMCA offers a free, in-person grief support group for adults who have experienced the death of someone significant. This is an open-ended group which means you can attend or leave whenever you choose. The group meets the second Wednesday of each month (Aug. 9) from noon to 1 p.m. at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA, 905 N. Front St. Space is limited. Register by calling 269-983-2707.

Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services offers the following support groups every month. Registration required.

Berrien County

• Brentwood at Niles Senior Living, 1147 S. Third St., Niles, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. last Wednesday of every month, Jennifer or Ryan 269-684-9470.

Elkhart County

• First Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Beardsley Ave., Elkhart, 5 to 6:30 p.m. every second Tuesday, Norene Smith 574-303-9971.

• Greencroft, 1820 Greencroft Blvd., Goshen, 3 to 4:30 p.m. every fourth Tuesday, Amy Willhelm 574-537-4000 or Frank Piaskowy 574-903-1176.

• Waterford Crossing, 1332 Waterford Circle, Goshen, 6 to 7 p.m. every fourth Thursday, Lisa Zolinger at 574-534-3920.

LaPorte County

• Rittenhouse Senior Living, 4300 Cleveland Ave., Michigan City, 2 to 3 p.m. CDT every third Wednesday, Debbie Burgess 219-256-1239 or Dorothy White 219-369-1247.

• Brentwood at LaPorte, 2002 Andrew Ave., LaPorte, 10 to 11:30 a.m. CDT every second Thursday, Amy Harner 219-325-1599.

Marshall County

• Marshall County Council on Aging, 1305 W. Harrison St., Plymouth, 3 to 4 p.m. every third Thursday, Joe Collins 574-232-4121.

St. Joseph County

• Care Connections, 111 Sunnybrook Court, South Bend, 10 to 11:30 a.m. every third Tuesday; or 10 to 11:30 a.m. every first Thursday, Joe Collins 574-232-4121.

• Hamilton Grove, 31777 Chicago Trail, New Carlisle, 1 to 2:30 p.m. every first Wednesday, Dorothy White 219-369-1247 or Sandy Papai 574-213-4637.

• North Woods Village, 1409 E. Day Road, Mishawaka, 2 to 3 p.m. every fourth Tuesday, Deejra Lee or Cristy Kaniewski 574-247-1866.

• Always Best Care, 310 N. Ironwood Drive, South Bend, 10 to 11 a.m. every fourth Monday, Gayla Konanz, 574-383-9010; or 11 a.m. to noon every second Tuesday, Patricia Spagnola, 574-383-9010.

• You Too! Caring for Caregivers, location changes, call for address, 2 to 4 p.m. every third Saturday, Wanda Dudley, 574-400-5021.

Virtual

• Call for virtual Zoom meeting invitation, 2 to 3 p.m. every first Wednesday, Joe Collins 574-232-4121

Blood drives

Medical Foundation will hold the following drives. Register at givebloodnow.com:

• Erskine Village, 1290 E. Ireland Road, South Bend, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday.

• Four Winds Casino, 11111 Wilson Road, New Buffalo, noon to 5 p.m. Friday.

• Rolling Prairie Lions Club, 1 E. Michigan St., Rolling Prairie, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT Saturday.

• Amerimax Fabricated Products, 2341 E. Market St., Nappanee, 8 a.m. to noon Monday.

• Radiant Life Church, 907 N. Nottawa St., Sturgis, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday.

• Hellenic Senior Living of Elkhart, 2528 Bypass Road, Elkhart, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday.

• Lippert Components Plant 50, 2602 College Ave., Goshen, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday.

• B&B Molder, 58470 Fir Road, Mishawaka, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday.

• KMC Controls, 19476 Industrial Drive, New Paris, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday.

• 1^st Source Bank, 100 N. Michigan St., South Bend, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 10.

• Four Winds Casino and Hotel, 3000 Prairie Ave., South Bend, noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 10.

The American Red Cross will hold the following drives. Register at redcrossblood.org:

• Clinton Frame Church, 63846 County Road 35, Goshen, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday.

• Knollwood Country Club, 16633 Baywood Lane, Granger, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.

• Northside Baptist Church, 53198 County Road 9, Elkhart, 1:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday.

• St. John Kanty, 7012 N. 600 E., Rolling Prairie, 1 to 5:30 p.m. CDT Tuesday.

• Goshen Hospital, 200 High Park Ave., Goshen, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday.

• St. Joseph VA Clinic, 1540 Trinity Place, Mishawaka, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 10.

• Niles Senior Center, 1109 Bell Road, Niles, noon to 6 p.m. Aug. 10.

This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: Health briefs for South Bend area for Aug. 3-10, 2023