Janice Ancrum Senior Life Center
1901 Island Walk Way
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
All support groups are hosted by Nassau County Council on Aging, and are open to the community. Meetings include guest speakers and group discussion. There is no charge to attend our support groups.
Grieving with hope support group
2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 5:30 pm —7:00 pm
Share stories and find support from those who have also lost a family member or close friend
Contact: Jennifer Gundling, 904-775-5488, jgundling@nassaucountycoa.org
Hearing Loss Support Group
1st Tuesday of each month, 12 noon—1:30 pm
Discuss latest technologies and member experiences to assist with hearing loss in daily living
Contact: Frances Bartelt, 904-775-5484, fbartelt@nassaucountycoa.org
Caregiver Support Group
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 3:30 pm—5:00 pm
Reduce stress and improve quality of life through conversation with fellow caregivers
Contact: Jennifer Gundling, 904-775-5488, jgundling@nassaucountycoa.org
Low Vision Support Group
4th Wednesday of each month, 11:00 am—12:30 pm
Discuss latest adaptive devices and member experiences to assist with vision loss in daily living
Contact: Frances Bartelt, 904-775-5484, fbartelt@nassaucountycoa.org
Yoga for the Grieving Spirit
1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 5:30 pm—6:30 pm
A Gentle Restorative Yoga designed to compassionately support those who have lost a loved one. Learn how to strengthen the body, relax the mind and reduce stress.
To attend, contact Tina LaVacca, RYT, 570-460-0373 or changingtidesamelia@gmail.com
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Every Friday, 11:00 am—12:30 pm
Share experiences with individuals, family members and friends impacted by mental illness
Contact: NAMI Nassau, 904-277-1886
Parkinson’s support Group: You Are Not Alone
3rd Thursday of each month, 10:00 am—11:00 am
Open to individuals with Parkinson’s and their care partners to share experiences, learn coping strategies and find encouragement. Facilitated by Tina LaVacca.
Contact: Melody Dawkins, 904-775-5477, mdawkins@nassaucountycoa.org
For more information, contact us at 904-261-0701
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