Events for September

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Circle of Friends

Are you a teen who is feeling uncomfortable about your weight? Are you ready to start making positive lifestyle changes to become healthier? This is the group for you! Circle of Friends is a place for teens to learn about health and wellness, share their weight management experiences, and give/get tips for success while encouraging one another under the supervision of a healthcare professinal. This group is open to high school teenagers (15-19 yrs), both males and females. To encourage sharing and open discussion among teens, parents will not be allowed in the group meetings

Location: Summit/Legacy Rooms

Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM

Contact: Michelle LeCount @ 574.535.2448

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Run for Research 2010

Support clinical trials for patients at Goshen Center for Cancer Care by participating in the 5th Annual Run for Research. Registration is from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. with events beginning with the 10 K run at 9:00 a.m. Other events include a 5 K run, 5 K walk, 1 K fun walk and 1 K dog walk.

Registration forms and route map are available by visiting http://www.goshensurvivors.org.

Location: Goshen Center for Cancer Care

Time: 8:00 a.m.

Contact: Theresa Hochstetler at 574.535.2491.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Parent's Bereavement Support Group

This support group helps parents who have suffered the loss of a preterm infant, newborn, or had a miscarriage. You are not alone, join others who are experiencing the same emotions. Free. Location: The Retreat

Location: The Retreat

Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Contact: 537-5000

Monday, September 20, 2010

Way To Go Kids

Join Way To Go Kids, an 8-week program of fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle changes for children ages 9-14 years old. Cost: $15 per participant, $7 per each additional child per family. Call 574/535-2679 to register or for more information.

Location: Birch/Walnut Room

Time: 4:30-6:30 pm

Contact: Sandi Morris or Sami Kauffman

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Michiana Polio Support Group

This support group is for those affected by Polio. Join others who share similar experiences. Free. Location: The Retreat

Location: The Retreat

Time: 4:00 - 6:00 PM

Contact: The Retreat at 537-5000