We offer several support groups that are free and open to the public.
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Music Therapy and Caregiver Support Group
Meets the first Tuesday of each month from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
- May 3
- June 7
- July 5
- August 2
- September 6
- October 4
- November 1
- December 6
This group is meeting in-person in the Carstensen-Gruben Room and via conference call.
- Call: (312) 874-7636
- Conference ID: 88704
For information on how to participate, contact Kara Rewerts at (319) 483-4118 or KRewerts@WaverlyHealthCenter.org.
Finding Support for Families of Children with Special Needs
Meets quarterly, the first Tuesday of the month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in-person in Tendrils Rooftop Garden and via Google Meet. Learn how to participate via Google Meet at: waverlyhealthcenter.org/events
- July 5
- October 4
This support group provides a place for families of children with varying levels of specialized health care needs to meet, learn, support, share and grow together. The goal is to provide a safe and open-minded environment where families feel comfortable sharing their successes and disappointments.
Meetings range from an open discussion format to having guest presenters in to discuss their areas of expertise in the care of children with special needs.
Healthy You Surgical Weight Loss Support Group
Meets quarterly on Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. in Tendrils Rooftop Garden.
- July 11
- October 3
This group is intended for those who have undergone a surgical weight loss procedure, as well as those who are considering surgery. It offers the perfect setting to share experiences, receive encouragement and get the education needed to develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Call (319) 352-8033 with questions.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Meets the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon in Tendrils Rooftop Garden
- May 14
- June 11
- July 9
- August 13
- September 10
- October 8
- November 12
- December 10
Plan to attend if you or someone close to you is affected by this condition.
To read our April Parkinson’s Newsletter, click here.
To read our March Parkinson’s Newsletter, click here.
For more information, call (319) 325-4961.
Parkinson’s Singing Group
Meets Mondays from 10 to 11 a.m. in Tendrils Rooftop Garden
This group is open to whoever wants to join in the singing and fun!
For more information, contact Kara Rewerts at (319) 483-4118 or KRewerts@WaverlyHealthCenter.org.