The following programs will be held in August at COA Center at UF Health Nocatee, 351 Town Plaza Ave., Suite 205, Ponte Vedra. Unless specified otherwise, register by email to pbrunell@stjohnscoa.com or by calling 904-814-9407. Programs are open to adults ages 18+. For more information, go to coasjc.org/center-at-nocatee.
TUESDAYS
Beading Bracelets for Fun & Fashion: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 6. This free one-time event will be led by volunteer instructors. Bring your own beads or use the center’s. Participants must register in advance.
Caregiver Support Group: All caregivers are welcome. The group meets every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. There is a trained facilitator present at every meeting to guide the group.
Open Card Play: 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays. Bring your deck of cards and join others in playing the card game of your choice. No instructor will be present. This is a self-directed group.
COA Transportation Services: 10-11 a.m. Aug. 13. Do you need rides to medical appointments, to senior centers, group trips, or rides to the airport? This service provides comfortable and professional assistance.
Widows and Widowers: Social group meeting the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Some meetings may take place outside the COA Center.
Florida Friendly Lawn Care: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 20. Learn how to care for your lawn using University of Florida research-based information on mowing, irrigating and fertilizing to promote a healthy, vibrant and water-efficient landscape. A free presentation by Terra Freeman, Urban & Commercial Horticulture Extension agent for UF/IFAS Extension St. Johns County.
Exercise, Stretch, Move & Groove (no floor): 10-11 a.m. Aug. 27. Free and easily adapted to your fitness level. Can be done standing or sitting.
WEDNESDAYS
Open Art: Bring your art or craft project to work on while socializing with friends. Meets every Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Mah Jongg Meet-up: Open play for experienced players. When: 1-3 p.m. Aug. 7, 14, 28 and 3-5 p.m. Aug. 21.
Tai Chi: Improve mood, increase energy and stamina, improve flexibility, balance and muscle strength with instructor Dennis Sheils. All levels welcomed. Wednesdays starting Aug. 7 for four weeks; class time is 1 p.m. Cost is $25. To register, go to coasjc.coursestorm.com/category/coa-center-at-nocatee.
Parkinson’s Meet, Greet & Learn: A monthly meeting for people living with Parkinson’s disease and/or their care partner. August presentation by Tarsha Davis of Acadia Pharmaceuticals will be reviewing and discussing treatment of nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. 3-4 p.m. Aug. 7
Feed Your Lifelong Learning Desire: 10-11 a.m. Aug. 14. A representative from Osher Lifelong Learning Institute will share their experience with UNF’s programs offered for people aged 50-plus.
Communicating w/ Impaired People: 10:30 to 11:30 p.m. Aug. 21. Communicating with people who are visual or hearing impaired, or who have dementia presents challenges. Community Hospice & Palliative Care will offer practical tips.
Genealogy Group: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 21. A genealogy expert will guide participants in discovering their ancestors on the third Wednesday of each month. No cost to attend.
Is Probate a Dirty Word? What is it? 10-11 a.m. Aug. 28. Presented by Megan Wall, managing attorney of St. Johns County Legal Aid.
Caregiver Needs Assessment: Make an appointment with a qualified dementia care specialist who will set up a time to discuss your situation one on one; develop an individualized education and needs assessment; support and guide; and empower you to find solutions for those needs. Call to schedule a free appointment: 904-814-9407 or email pbrunell@stjohnscoa.com.
