Villages Medical Auxiliary – Since 1976
VMAvillages.vgcc.club
Office: 408-238-4230
Service Coordinator: 408-238-4029
Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
May Programs
Arthritis: A Common Problem with Treatment Options – Dr. Jothi Murati-Larson, an orthopedic surgeon will discuss common symptoms of osteoarthritis, contributing factors, treatment options and basic information on total knee and shoulder replacements, Thursday, May 1 at 11 a.m. in the Vineyard Center Please register at vmavillages.vgcc.club or call 408-238-4029.
Learn the Benefits between Hospice and Palliative Care – Colby Perez, Nursing Director from With Grace Hospice and Palliative Care will cover the differences between hospice and palliative care explaining show how one’s quality of life can be improved with both. Tuesday, May 6 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sequoia Room. Please register at vmavillages.vgcc.club or call 408-238-4029.
Support Groups
Parkinson’s Support Group: This monthly group is for all people interested in discussing Parkinson’s. Next meeting takes place on Thursday, April 24 at 10 a.m. in the Forum room. No need to register, all welcome.
Grief Support Group: The Grief Share group led by The Villages Chapel’s Pastor Bill Hayden meets on Mondays in Sequoia from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and is running for 13 consecutive weeks through June 2. There is a workbook as part of the group – cost is $20.
Caregiver Support Group: Judith London Ph.D. will conduct this monthly group where caregivers meet to share, listen, and learn. Thursday, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Patio room and via Zoom. Please contact Judy for all meeting specifics at judithlondon@sbcglobal.net or call 408-784-3325.
