Center for Health & Wellbeing

Crystal Bowl Sound Meditation for Community + Connection
2023-09-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Certified Meditation Instructor Camille Sacco for community + connection, and to learn the basics of meditation.

Join Certified Meditation Instructor Camille Sacco for community + connection, and to learn the basics of meditation and to experience a crystal bowl sound bath.
Part meditation, part listening exercise, Sound Baths are healing musical performances played with crystal singing bowls and chimes. They can be very therapeutic because you are literally bathed in sound waves, where you will enter a state of deep relaxation. Sound baths help facilitate shifts in our brainwaves by using entrainment. Entrainment synchronizes our brainwaves by providing a stable frequency which the brainwaves can attune to. By listening to the rhythm and frequencies of the crystal bowls, we can downshift our normal beta state (normal waking consciousness) to alpha (relaxed consciousness) and even reach theta (meditative state) where profound learning, healing and growth can occur.
This sound healing experience is designed to clear and release negative energy, open your heart, and promote a quieter state of mind. The harmonious sounds are created to support your body’s natural healing processes while you recline on blankets and pillows. After the session, you’ll leave feeling mentally and physically rested, ready to enjoy the peace and tranquility of a healthy mind, body and spirit.
Special Instructions: Attendees can sit in a chair or on the floor for this program. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, towel, or small blanket; chairs will be available for those who prefer to use one. The room can also be cool during this program, so cold-sensitive participants may also want to bring a light jacket or sweater. All attendees are also encouraged to bring their own bottles of water.
This program is presented by Camille Sacco and hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Program Presenter
Camille Sacco is an American Institute of Health Care Professionals Mindfulness Coach and meditation instructor. She is also a graduate of the acclaimed Palouse Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course. Camille is the author of two self-help books, “Hippiebanker: Bringing Peace, Love and Spirituality to the Workplace” and her latest book, “Firefly Culture: Illuminate Your Workplace by Tuning in to Mindfulness.” She leads fun and informative classes and workshops on mindful meditations and her coaching sessions are infused with down-to-Earth guidance. She is both informative and fun in her approach. Her goal is to help people tap in to the wisdom of their soul by cultivating daily practices that will inspire confidence in the pursuit of living their lives with a higher purpose. Learn more at www.camillesacco.com.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Kickstart 30: A Proven Mental Wellness Workshop
2023-09-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join licensed mental health counselor Jill Hamilton Buss for this five-week program focused on achieving a healthier, happier you.

Are you ready to rev up your mental health and your physical wellbeing? Would you like to be happier, calmer and more grounded? Finish 2023 on a productive and positive note by joining licensed mental health counselor Jill Hamilton Buss for this five-week program focused on achieving a healthier, happier you. This science-based program has been rigorously studied and incorporates five elements — Exercise, Mindfulness, Sleep, Social Connectedness and Nutrition — that, when practiced together, result in measurable increases in all levels of wellbeing. This series will offer you education, accountability and doses of laughter and fun.
Special Note: Your program fee includes a copy of the book, “WILD 5 Wellness KickStart30: A Proven 30-Day Mental Wellness Program,” which will be available for pickup in September at the CHWB Welcome Desk and/or distributed during the first program. Although registration is only required for this first session of the program, attendees are expected to and encouraged to attend all five sessions.
This program is presented by Jill Hamilton Buss and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Program Presenter
Jill Hamilton Buss is a licensed mental health counselor who works with clients in a holistic way to create optimal wellbeing for mind and body. She offers traditional in-office psychotherapy, life coaching and “Walk and Talk Therapy.” She previously served as the executive director of Healthy Central Florida, an initiative to make our communities the healthiest in the nation. She holds master’s degrees from Rollins College and the University of Florida in Mental Health Counseling and Communications, respectively, and was named one of Winter Park’s Most Influential People in 2016. Learn more at jillhamiltonbuss.com.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Neurographic Art
2023-09-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Get ready to unleash your creativity at Neurographic Art, where you’ll dive into the fascinating world of neurographic drawing techniques.

Did you know “doodling” is really good for your brain?
Neurographic art exercises both the logical and creative parts of the brain, and it’s long been used in therapeutic settings as a tool for self-healing and emotional release. In fact, according to the Vancouver Visual Art Foundation, neurographica has been scientifically validated and proven, and it is one of the most widely used psychological techniques in art therapy today.
In this class, you’ll see examples of neurographic art and teaching artists Liz Kitchens and Ann Goodpasture will guide you through creating your works of art. No previous drawing experience is necessary. This is the perfect program for those who say, “I can’t draw!” or “I’m not creative.”
By following a few simple ideas and prompts, you’ll quickly learn your new favorite way to unwind and relax. Those who’s learned this technique often report the process leads to a mindful, meditative yet aware state. Come prepared to explore your creative side (we promise you have one!) and start creating new neural pathways in your brain!
Program note: All program supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own sketch pad or notebook if you prefer.
This program is presented by Liz Kitchens and Ann Goodpasture and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Liz Kitchens is the author of Be Brave. Lose the Beige: Finding Your Sass After Sixty, published in May of 2023 by She Writes Press. Her book and blog, Be Brave. Lose the Beige, focus on issues facing Lady Boomers (women of the Baby Boomer generation). Liz conducts workshops and seminars on creativity and directed a creative arts program for teens in underserved communities. She has also been a market researcher for thirty-five years and is the founder of What’s Next Boomer? a website dedicated to helping Baby Boomers navigate retirement options; She is a contributing writer for the online magazine, Sixty and Me, and has been published in various online and print publications. She is married, the mother of three adult children, and the grandmother of three grandchildren.
Ann Goodpasture is a 35-year quilter and multi-media art specialist with a particular interest in color and design. Ann teaches neurographic art classes at the Center for Health and Wellbeing. Ann is a regular instructor in the Exercise Your Creativity classes at the CHWB.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Tai Chi and Breath Work
2023-09-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Alan Zemel to learn the ancient practice of tai chi and breath work.

Are you looking for a way to reduce stress and connect with your body? Tai chi is a gentle form of exercise practiced for thousands of years involving a series of movements performed in a slow, focused way.
Join Crosby Wellness Center group exercise instructor Alan Zemel to learn the ancient practice of tai chi and breath work that will empower you to: lower your blood pressure at will; improve your balance and reflexes through increased proprioception; control your oxygen and carbon dioxide balance as well as your blood PH through breath work; purposely move lymphatic fluid through your system improving immune response; increase range of motion and develop a practice that provides an overall sense of calm in your life.
You can also expect to learn how to activate our “healer withing response” and to take your body from stress response to relaxation response instantly.
No previous tai chi experience is necessary. In this program, you can expect to learn about tai chi, then put that new knowledge into practice with some sample movements.
This program is presented by Alan Zemel and hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation in partnership with the Crosby Wellness Center at the Center for Health & Wellbeing.
About the Presenter:
Alan Zemel is a Senior Teacher-Trainer with The Healer Within Foundation and the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi (IIQTC). Mr. Zemel is also a certified teacher with Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health Institute, and a certified Oxygen Advantage Functional Breathing coach with the Oxygen Research Institute, Ltd. Mr. Zemel has been engaged with holistic health care modalities for over 25 years. Mr. Zemel’s classes incorporate various breath and movement techniques that teach students how to take control of their own physiology and health/wellbeing. Mr. Zemel’s classes are science-based and provide modern data and research as to why these practices are effective. Students learn not only how to engage in these practices, but why they work. The focus is on how to control various body systems such as the vagus nerve/relaxation response, parasympathetic nervous system, heart rate variability, lymphatic system, and much more.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Cooking with Collette: Mediterranean Diet Pantry Staples
2023-09-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Chef Collette Haw in the CHWB Nutrition Theatre to learn how to keep a well-stocked Mediterranean Diet pantry!

Chef Collette Haw is back with one of her popular Mediterranean Diet cooking programs, and this time, you’ll learn how to keep a well-stocked Mediterranean Diet pantry!
Doctors and health experts frequently recommend the Mediterranean Diet to patients due to its extensively proven health benefits. Studies have shown it can do everything from lower your risk of cardiovascular disease to slow the decline of brain function as you age.
Join Chef Collette Haw, a classically trained Culinary Institute of America graduate with a passion for seasonal, sustainable cooking, in the CHWB Nutrition Theatre where you’ll learn how to make and sample the following recipes: Quinoa, Feta & Pistachio Stuffed Acorn Squash, a dinner idea packed with plant-based protein from the quinoa, sweetness from the delicious roasted squash, and a touch of savory from the feta and pistachios; Spaghetti with Greek Olives, a quick weeknight meal for nights you forget to swing by the grocery store on your way home; and Beet & Carrot Salad with Walnuts, featuring two all-star Mediterranean Diet staples.
This program is presented by Chef Collette Haw and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
Cancelling Your Reservation: In order to receive a full refund, participants must cancel their program registration at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled start of the program. Center for Health & Wellbeing’s Refund Policy >>>
About the Presenter:
Chef Collette Haw is a classically trained Culinary Institute of America graduate. With a passion for seasonal, sustainable cooking, Chef Haw approaches her cooking with a passion for blending comfort-food-gone-healthy and ‘food as medicine’ philosophies. Chef Haw spent several years operating her own successful meal delivery service out of Longwood—Collette’s Clean Eats—and as a private chef to a celebrity family in Atlanta before launching Nourish Coffee Bar + Kitchen at the Center for Health & Wellbeing. For its first three years in operation, she created the café’s beloved seasonal menus.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

What Is Mental Health?
2023-09-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
On Sept. 27, come learn about basic mental health and wellness, red flags for children and teenagers, and how to better support your child’s emotions.

Mental health is often something that is a common topic seen on Tik Tok and other social media platforms, but what does it really mean to be mentally healthy, particularly for young people?
In this presentation, led by current mental health counselors from Orange County Public Schools’ CHILL (Community Help & Intervention in Life’s Lessons) program, you will learn about the principles of mental health, as well as some practical ways to pursue mental health while leaving room for the individual. It can look different for each person, but there are general mental health principles that are important in each person’s life.
This workshop is ideal for parents guiding their children and teens through an uncertain world and will give you the tools you need to navigate the years to come. You will Mental health is often something that is a common topic seen on Tik Tok and other social media platforms, but what does it really mean to be mentally healthy, particularly for young people?
This program is presented by mental health counselors from the CHILL program and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
The CHILL (Community Help & Intervention in Life’s Lessons) program in Orange County Public Schools was founded in 1998 by the Winter Park Health Foundation in partnership with the 12 Orange County Public School serving Winter Park, Maitland and Eatonville. CHILL provides free, confidential, in-school counseling to students and their families. It is part of a collection of school-based health and wellness services supported by WPHF called the Coordinated Youth Initiative (CYI). Other services include nurses, nurse practitioners in school-based health centers, and healthy school teams.
Laurel Maerz is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, working as a CHILL Counselor at Winter Park Ninth Grade Center and Maitland Middle School. Laurel has her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Lipscomb University. For the last two years she has worked in school-based settings, and she is passionate about helping young people feel valued and heard while also helping them develop tools to navigate through life’s difficulties.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Music for a Joyful Life
2023-09-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Central Florida Vocal Arts Executive Director Theresa Smith-Levin as we explore the role that music can play in creating a joyful life.

Join life-long Winter Park resident and Central Florida Vocal Arts Executive Director Theresa Smith-Levin as we explore the role that music can play in creating a joyful life for EVERYONE. No previous musical experience is needed.
Following an introductory program on August 24, the classes will be held biweekly beginning in September. You are welcome to stop in for just one class or each time we meet. Classes will explore music-making, listening and understanding. Some of the lesson plans include:
Raise Your Voice
Have you ever watched a child sing and dance with reckless abandon? When was the last time you used your voice so freely? In this class, we will explore our own sound and reflect on what parts of our life keep our creativity inhibited. Through reflection, inspiration and experiential music-making, we will grow to understand why singing and music might feel intimidating, while working together to begin our own musical journey, free of self-judgement.
From Vision to Voice
Art inspires. Art can change lives. This class will begin with visioning our most creative, most joyful life, drawing inspiration through song. Much like affirmations, we will use song as a catalyst for growth and positive change.
Make A Joyful Noise
A creative mind is a healthy mind. Music-making challenges our brains to develop new ways of thinking and neuro-plasticity. In a group setting, we will discover our own unique vocal sound and how by embracing our unique voice, we find self-acceptance and deep joy.
This program is presented by Theresa Smith-Levin and teaching artists from Central Florida Vocal Arts and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Theresa Smith-Levin is the founder and Executive Director of Central Florida Vocal Arts and its sister company, Opera del Sol, whose mission is to create a better Central Florida community through the arts. She is an alumnae of the American Express Women in Music Leadership, Athena NextGen Leadership and Leadership Winter Park, Class 29. She currently serves on the LWP Alumni Council, Park Avenue District Executive Board, the National Association of Teachers of Singing, the Arts and Culture Alliance of Winter Park and the Woman’s Club of Winter Park.
She was also named one of Orlando Family Magazine’s Superwomen of 2022.
Most recently, Theresa was recognized as one of 2023 Winter Park Magazine’s Most Influential and as a finalist for Inspirational Deeva of the Year by Women on the Rise International. She is a sought after producer, performer, director and music director. With her husband Brent, Theresa is proud parent to Bodhi (5) and Beckham (3), who are her greatest inspiration!
Central Florida Vocal Arts is a non-profit music advocacy organization dedicated to providing the highest quality training to young artists, while also providing performance opportunities to currently emerging artists of all ages. We are creating a continuing life cycle for the vocal arts in Central Florida through a three-step model. The first step, Education and Training, introduces young artists to the arts. Through our educational initiatives, we develop students’ talent, passion, and confidence. Next, our Mainstage Productions provide a transition period for students ages 8-18 and pre-professional adults to emerge on stage alongside local professional artists. Our life cycle culminates with Opera del Sol, offering innovative productions in unexpected places and challenging perceptions of who the operatic performer and audience members are and what defines the genre as a whole.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Cultivating a Seed-to-Table Mindset
2023-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Brad Jones, a founding member of Edible Education Experience and a Garden Educator to discuss the seed-to-table practice.

It’s challenging to hear the phrase “seed to table” and not think of it as either a lofty ideal that shames current food practices, or else just a charming marketing ploy for the new trendy neighborhood café. It’s challenging to witness all the individual problems society has with food — a street full of chain restaurants, school lunches hardly counting as food, the aisles and aisles of processed snacks in the grocery store — and internalize the reality that we are dealing with an entire food system that limits our choices. Food has become a commodity, a chore, fuel in the same sense that brings us to the gas station.
The team at Edible Education Experience aims to influence how the Central Florida community thinks about food. Experiencing the entire seed-to-table cycle gives a more accurate and meaningful view of the closed-loop process that brings a carrot to a dinner plate. Understanding what this system looks like allows curiosity and engagement with it, inspiring more informed, value-based decision making around food. Evolving “seed to table” into an accessible lifestyle requires compromises and conversations; we all must make decisions that work best for ourselves, but we all must work together to create a system and a community that supports those decisions. In this class, led by Brad Jones, a founding member of Edible Education Experience and a Garden Educator, you will explore the seed-to-table discussion, celebrating the natural process of food, and the people, cultures, and communities that cultivate it.
Program note: Please bring a notebook and writing utensil for note-taking.
This program is presented by Edible Education and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Brad Jones began his garden education mission when he initiated and led a gardening program at Orlando Junior Academy fifteen years ago. Inspired by Alice Waters’ assertion that “if you grow it and cook it yourself, you’re going to want to eat it, even kale,” Brad collaborated with parents and teachers to change the way students and their families were thinking about food, winning the University of Florida’s School Garden Competition along the way. A founding member of Edible Education Experience, Brad finds his joy as Garden Educator, guiding students of all ages through the many lessons a garden can teach us. It is his deeply-held belief that finding pleasure and meaning in food is just as important to wellness as the nutrients within, and he upholds EEE’s mission to inspire wholeness from the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing a love of good food can give us.
Edible Education Experience offers hands-on programming for students of all ages, and that includes you. From the garden to the kitchen and back again, students experience the full sustainable cycle of where food comes from, gaining the confidence and curiosity to engage with that system. Yes, we’ll teach you cooking techniques and many ways to enjoy plant-based eating, but the true treasure we want to share is the seed-to-table mindset. This involves you, and you have a place at the table.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

AdventHealth Baby Bunch
2023-10-02 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-10-09 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-10-16 10:30 - 12:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792, Winter Park, FL, 32792, US
Baby Bunch provides a space for moms to connect with other moms postpartum so they can discuss highs and lows of their breastfeeding journey and share any challenges that they are experiencing. This group is for moms with babies age newborn to 12 months old.

Movement as Medicine Dance Class
2023-10-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792, Winter Park, FL, 32792, US
This class incorporates dance and creative movement to address balance, flexibility and spatial awareness for people living with Parkinson’s disease. The AdventHealth class is offered twice a month in person. Please join us! Email to register:
ORL.Parkinson@adventhealth.com

Restoration and Conservation Panel Discussion
2023-10-03 18:45 - 20:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join the conversation with a panel discussion on ecosystem restoration and conservation, with a focus on restoring natural Florida.

What can we do to protect Florida’s future? Join the conversation with a panel discussion on ecosystem restoration and conservation, with a focus on restoring natural Florida. The panel of experts will be covering topics within ecosystem restoration, wildlife conservation, reforestation and more. Representatives from organizations leading the way in restorative efforts will be sharing their strategies on environmental action. Stay tuned for the speakers’ biographies in the coming days.
After the presentation, share your thoughts in this IDEAS for Us working group conversation, dedicated to solving important environmental issues with localized action.
This program is presented by IDEAS for Us and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
About the Presenting Organization:
IDEAS For Us brings in experts on environmental topics and allows them to educate our audience, equipping them with the knowledge they need to make innovative solutions to climate change. They then engage the audience in a conversation about how to solve these issues with localized action.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Plant Propagation 101
2023-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join one of the expert gardeners from Fleet Farming for Plant Propagation 101

If you’re an avid gardener, you may have encountered the term “plant propagation” and understand that this is a technique of creating new plants from existing plants. But if you are scratching your head with curiosity about this technical term, this program is the right place to learn more.
Join one of the expert gardeners from Fleet Farming for Plant Propagation 101, a class designed to help you learn the basics of propagating plants by cutting, dividing, grafting, and other propagation means.
The Fleet Farming gardener will answer questions and explain ways you can apply this technique for a flourishing bed of vegetables and flowers.
Program Notes: Attendees should bring a notebook and pen for note-taking.
This program is presented by Caroline Chomanics and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.
About the Presenter:
Fleet Farming is a non-profit urban agriculture program of IDEAS For Us that transforms the average American lawn into a bio-verse, productive micro farms and edible gardens. Our mission is to empower all generations to grow food to increase local food accessibility. Our vision is to create localized food systems that bring communities together towards a healthier, more connected world in harmony with people and planet. We accomplish this by converting underutilized lawn space into productive localized edible gardens or micro farms. Our program works to provide edible landscaping to schools, community centers and affordable housing units. We also serve businesses and individuals through our community farming initiative and Edible Landscapes garden installation service. Together, we are changing the cycle of food. Learn more about Fleet Farming at www.FleetFarming.org.

Projective Dreamworks: A Four-part Series
2023-10-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Puzzled by your dreams? With Judy Minear, a projective dream work expert, you’ll unpack the symbolic language of the “theater of the night”.

A note about this program series: After registering for the first class in this four-part series, attendees are expected to attend all four sessions (October 5, 12, 19, 26) in order to gain the most out of this program. If you cannot attend all four sessions, please allow someone else to register for this limited-capacity program.
Are you puzzled by your dreams? With Judy Minear, a projective dream work expert with a decade of experience in dream group facilitation, you’ll unpack the symbolic language of the “theater of the night.” Over the course of four group sessions, you will build on the basic tenet that all dreams come in the service of health and wholeness. As you mine the wisdom expressed in your dreams, you’ll build a better relationship with yourself and others. Dreams offer guidance, clues, inspiration and multiple meanings. The group process provides a supportive path to unearth the clues from our own unconscious.
In this series, you can expect to learn:
• How to improve dream recall
• Two methods of working a dream
• How to tap into the depths of symbols
Program notes: Please bring notes about a recent dream to class, even if it is a fragment. The class is based on the seminal work of Jeremy Taylor. His book “The Wisdom of Your Dreams” is helpful but not necessary.
This program is presented by Judy Minear and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Judy Minear has participated in Dream groups for over 20 years. She attended the annual Haden Summer Dream Conference for seven years. She has been the current facilitator for an ongoing dream group for seven years. She studied with Jeremy Taylor as well as others who have been instrumental in the International Association for the Study of Dreams. She credits her curiosity for her deep interest in dreams. Unpacking dream symbols and working with shadows feels like a calling to her. After multiple experiences in Egypt, she developed an active interest in the mysteries. She has offered this class at the Rollins STARS venue as well as the Winter Park Library. She brings a deep understanding as well as a warmth and a sense of humor to the process of Projective Dream Work.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Dementia Caregiver Connection
2023-10-05 14:00 - 15:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792, Winter Park, FL, 32792, US
When it comes to caregiving, knowledge is power. Don’t miss your opportunity to gain insight on topics every caregiver should know. This program will cover the topic of long-distance caregiving. Walk-ins welcome. Limited respite available during programs. Must pre-register for respite care 407-236-9997.

Infant/Child CPR
2023-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792, Winter Park, FL, 32792, US
You’ve covered all the basics about caring for baby. Now, learn how to save your baby’s life should she suddenly stop breathing, experience cardiac arrest or begin choking. This class, led by a certified instructor, will teach you how to handle these emergencies. Register at AdventHealthforwomen.com. $45

Senior Resource Alliance Presents Growing Bolder Day
2023-10-07 07:00 - 13:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Growing Bolder Day is a free, intergenerational celebration of aging to promote the importance of an active, engaged lifestyle.

Florida has the largest percentage of adults 65 and older in the nation (21%) and as the state’s senior population continues to increase, Florida’s future is linked to the health and wellbeing of its elder population.
Growing Bolder Day is a free, community-wide, intergenerational celebration of aging, presented by the Senior Resource Alliance, to promote the importance of active lifestyle, social engagement, purpose, creativity, and regular health screenings. Hosted at the Center for Health & Wellbeing in Winter Park, FL on Saturday, October 7, it takes place during the International Council on Active Aging’s 20th anniversary of Active Aging Week (Oct. 2-8).
“Growing Bolder Day is designed to celebrate our local seniors and encourage all community members to embrace the process of aging,” said Karla Radka, president and CEO of Senior Resource Alliance. “The unprecedented age wave will continue to put increased stress on families, as well as state and local senior service providers. To alleviate this, our goal is to raise awareness of what can be done at every age to prepare, and the resources we have available for local seniors and their families to help them age happily and healthily.”
Infused with energy, activity, education, and entertainment, Growing Bolder Day is designed to appeal to all ages with interactive activities including an intergenerational Wisdom Walk, social gaming, yoga, tai chi, a Growing Bolder Film Fest, free professional portraits, Rock Stars of Aging® longevity forum, healthy nutrition demonstration, balance workshop, brain health seminar, inspiring speakers, engaging demonstrations, and more.
While smashing ageist stereotypes and celebrating the nearly endless opportunities for lifelong learning, Growing Bolder Day also underscores the reality that a large and growing number of older adults in our community are struggling and the many dedicated organizations working tirelessly to meet their needs require community support.
The day will kick off with the Wisdom Walk at 7:30 am, a one-mile, intergenerational walk designed to foster meaningful conversations. The walk will be facilitated by the world-class events team at Track Shack. Click here to register for the Wisdom Walk via Track Shack.
More details to come. Here is the schedule of planned events for Growing Bolder Day (schedule subject to change and will be updated; keep checking back for updates)
Schedule of Events
7:30 AM: Wisdom Walk –1-Mile Intergenerational Walk –> Learn more and register here
8:15 AM: Complimentary light breakfast inside the Center for Health & Wellbeing
9:00 AM: Kickoff of the Senior Resource Alliance Presents Growing Bolder Day at the Center for Health & Wellbeing.
Program note: Wisdom Walk and Growing Bolder Day are two separate registrations. If you plan to attend both, please register for both FREE events so that we know to expect you!

Wisdom Walk registration
Register for Growing Bolder Day via Eventbrite on this page

Beginning at 10:15 AM, attendees will have the option of attending a variety of events and activities throughout the Center for Health & Wellbeing building.
In the Senior Resource Alliance Room, attendees can check out the following programs:
10:15 – 10:45 AM: Falls Prevention + Aging with Technology
11:00 – 11:30 AM: Chronic Disease Management
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM: Resources for Caregivers
In the Growing Bolder Room, attendees can check out the following programs:
10:15 – 10:45 AM: Rock Stars of Aging Forum (featuring Central Florida-area seniors)
11:00 – 11:30 AM: Amy Sweezey’s Forecast for Growing Bolder
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM: Growing Bolder Film Fest
A full schedule of events for Growing Bolder Day will be released soon, but some of the other activities you can expect to enjoy throughout the day will include: nutrition lectures and demos; an interactive tai chi class; pickleball demonstrations; a photo booth featuring free, take-home digital photographs from a renowned portrait photographer and much more!
We invite you to kick off the day with the Wisdom Walk, then enjoy a light breakfast at the Center for Health & Wellbeing and stay to enjoy all the other activities. Or, you’re also welcome to drop in at any point throughout the day!
The event is free and open to people of all ages from the Central Florida community. Registration is free but required.

Wisdom Walk registration
Register for Growing Bolder Day via Eventbrite on this page

About the Organizers
About Senior Resource Alliance
Senior Resource Alliance (SRA) is your local resource for accessing the many services and programs of the state and federal government, available to senior citizens, their caregivers and family members. SRA also is an objective clearinghouse for information and services offered by local, state, and national organizations. We have been serving our community since 1985. More at seniorresourcealliance.org
About Growing Bolder
Growing Bolder is an award-winning multimedia content producer and lifestyle brand. The Orlando-based company engages with over 200 million 50+ adults annually on television, radio, podcasts, magazine, and multiple digital and social media channels.
More than media, Growing Bolder is a movement, a growing community of passionate adults who are actively engaged in life, value experience, and are searching for what’s next. More at: growingbolder.com
About Center for Health & Wellbeing
The Center for Health & Wellbeing is a state-of-the-art community center carefully designed to offer the best health and wellness programs, empowering healthy and active lifestyles. A collaboration between the Winter Park Health Foundation and AdventHealth, CHWB supports the desire from both organizations to make a more significant, longer-lasting impact on the whole-person health of our communities. More at: yourhealthandwellbeing.org
About Active Aging Week 2023 – Oct. 2 – Oct. 8
Active Aging Week, started in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging, is an annual weeklong campaign aimed at celebrating and highlighting the positive aspects of aging. The overarching goal of Active Aging Week is to challenge society’s negative perceptions of aging by demonstrating that older adults can thrive in all aspects of life. Active Aging Week seeks to provide older adults with opportunities to engage in wellness activities and exercise in a safe, supportive environment, promoting the benefits of healthy, active lifestyles throughout the lifespan. More at: activeagingweek.com

CHILL Chats
2023-10-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
On October 9, chat with mental health counselors about current mental health topics and how to help yourself or your children to prioritize mental health.

There’s a reason parenting is called the toughest job on Earth – because some days, it really is! Although it comes with moments of unmatched joy, it can also be challenging and stressful at times as you help guide your kids through childhood.
Come and chat with a mental health counselor about current mental health topics and how to help yourself or your children to prioritize mental and emotional health. This small group experience is a great opportunity to join and connect with other parents while getting feedback from a professional. This will be an open discussion, so come with any questions or topics that you would like to learn more about! Space is limited.
Program notes: This program is for adults only. Also, the Nourish Coffee Bar + Kitchen is open until 8 p.m. if you want to pick up a snack, drink or dinner before or after the session.
This program is presented by Sarah Atherton and Julia DeLettre, mental health counselors from the CHILL program and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
The CHILL (Community Help & Intervention in Life’s Lessons) program in Orange County Public Schools was founded in 1998 by the Winter Park Health Foundation in partnership with the 12 Orange County Public School serving Winter Park, Maitland and Eatonville. CHILL provides free, confidential, in-school counseling to students and their families. It is part of a collection of school-based health and wellness services supported by WPHF called the Coordinated Youth Initiative (CYI). Other services include nurses, nurse practitioners in school-based health centers, and healthy school teams.
Sarah Atherton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been working in community and school-based settings for most of her 22-year career. She has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families providing mental health counseling and support for issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and self-harm.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Nutrition for Perimenopause & Menopause
2023-10-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Dr. Laura Varich, a certified lifestyle medicine physician, to learn more about decreasing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms

As women, reaching a certain age means undergoing the natural change that is menopause. And the hormonal changes that occur can cause substantial symptoms (such as hot flashes and night sweats), as well as an increase in weight gain, heart disease, bone fractures, and vaginal symptoms. And, of course, a debate continues over the possibility that hormone replacement therapy increases our risk for breast cancer. What is a woman to do?
In this class, presented by Dr. Laura Varich, a certified lifestyle medicine physician, you will learn more about how the latest medical research can guide you in decreasing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms while also decreasing the associated disease risk through lifestyle and nutrition. Dr. Varich will help you reach a goal of moving healthfully into your post-menopausal years. You will sample some recommended foods and discuss how to easily incorporate them into your diet.
Cancelling Your Reservation: In order to receive a full refund, participants must cancel their program registration at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled start of the program. Center for Health & Wellbeing’s Refund Policy
This program is presented by Dr. Laura Varich and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Laura Varich, MD is the founder of Fresh Physician (FreshPhysician.com), a website that grew out of a desire to turn the tide on the chronic diseases such as weight gain, heart disease, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, and many others that have become rampant in our society today. Dr. Varich’s in-depth research within the medical literature revealed that there is hope for improved health for us all. Her life’s goal is to share the information that she discovered on how whole-food, plant-based eating is the way to turn around chronic disease, and also how simple and delicious this way of eating can be.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Introduction to Meditation
2023-10-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Crosby Wellness Center instructor, Nicole Elliot, on World Mental Health Day to learn how to meditate and the benefits of meditation.

What are you doing to improve and support your mental health? Have you considered turning to an ancient tradition? For thousands of years, people have used meditation as a means to cope with stress. In recent years, mainstream medicine has gotten on board with meditation as a useful tool for improving your overall health. Some studies have linked it to improved memory and attention, decreased stress and anxiety and even lower blood pressure.
October 10 is World Mental Health Day, and in honor of this global day dedicated to improving mental health, we invite you to learn how to meditate and more about the many benefits of the practice. Led by Crosby Wellness Center yoga instructor Nicole Elliot, you will also practice gentle stretches to better prepare the body for meditation.
Program note: please bring your own yoga mat.
This program is presented by Nicole Elliot and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation in partnership with the Crosby Wellness Center.
About the Presenter:
Nicole Elliott is a Yoga Alliance certified meditation guide and yoga instructor. Her intention is to create a peaceful space to practice mindfulness and wellbeing. She is a yoga instructor at Crosby Wellness Center.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Cooking with Collette: The Great Pumpkin
2023-10-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Chef Collette Haw as she demonstrates and you sample Creamy Pumpkin Soup, Roasted Pumpkin Salad, and Streusel Pumpkin Muffins.

Not just festive front door décor for fall, with their savory flavor and powerful versatility pumpkins have a place in the kitchen, too. From bread to pasta, baked goods and soups, the orange squash can add a depth of flavor and a healthy spin on a variety of recipes. That’s right – the pumpkin is low in calories and rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
In this program, Chef Collette Haw, a classically trained Culinary Institute of America graduate with a passion for seasonal, sustainable cooking, will demonstrate three recipes that spotlight and elevate the wonderful and rich flavors of the pumpkin.
This is a demonstration-style cooking program, so prepare to sit back, relax and let our chef prepare the meal while you enjoy the delicious items. While attending this program, participants will receive a booklet for the following recipes: Creamy Pumpkin Soup, Roasted Pumpkin Salad and Streusel Pumpkin Muffins.
Cancelling Your Reservation: In order to receive a full refund, participants must cancel their program registration at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled start of the program. Center for Health & Wellbeing’s Refund Policy
This program is presented by Chef Collette Haw and hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Chef Collette Keller is a classically trained Culinary Institute of America graduate. With a passion for seasonal, sustainable cooking, Chef Collette approaches her cooking with a passion for blending comfort-food-gone-healthy and ‘food as medicine’ philosophies. Chef Collette spent several years operating her own successful meal delivery service out of Longwood—Collette’s Clean Eats—and as a private chef to a celebrity family in Atlanta before launching Nourish Coffee Bar + Kitchen at the Center for Health & Wellbeing. For its first three years in operation, she created the café’s beloved seasonal menus. Collette is now focusing on nutritionally dense meals for postpartum mothers at The Hale Kitchen. As a new mom herself she found her calling in helping nourish mothers in their most vulnerable time of healing. Learn more at thehalekitchen.com.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Exercise for Arthritis
2023-10-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Crosby Wellness Center group exercise instructor KK Swanson to learn exercises and stretches to help you feel stronger every day.

Want to improve flexibility and ease joint pain? There are many exercises you can do to reduce the inflammation that arthritis can cause. Join Crosby Wellness Center group exercise instructor KK Swanson for a class focused on exercises and stretches you can do to feel stronger each day.
Program note: please dress in comfortable clothes and bring your own exercise mat and water bottle.
This program is presented by KK Swanson and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation in partnership with the Crosby Wellness Center.
About the Presenter:
Katelynn Swanson, aka KK, has been working in the fitness industry for over 12 years. After attending the University of Florida and earning both her bachelor’s and Master’s in exercise science, KK worked with clients and companies all over New York City. She currently owns a personal training and nutrition business, helping clients all over the US become healthier. KK specializes in strength training, weight loss and nutrition education.
Registration Note:

Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Women’s Empowerment
2023-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join the CHWB Women’s Empowerment Workshop to explore unhelpful cultural messages that serve as barriers to prioritizing your own wellbeing.

Join the CHWB Women’s Empowerment Workshop to explore unhelpful cultural messages that serve as barriers to prioritizing your own wellbeing. During this workshop, yoga instructors Katie DeAscanis and Miranda Harris will incorporate meditation, conversation, a low-intensity yoga practice, and self-inquiry to help deconstruct unhelpful messages and create more authentic ways of being. No yoga experience is necessary.
During this class, you’ll explore a deeper understanding of self in the context of our various intersecting identities. Plus, you’ll learn how meditation and breath-work techniques can be used as tools for self-regulation and wellbeing.
Participants will walk away from their time in this program with a community of supportive and encouraging women and a better understanding of how to take care of themselves in a world that demands so much.
Program Notes: Please bring your own yoga mat and water to this workshop. We will be serving infused water, herbal tea and cookies from Nourish Coffee Bar + Kitchen.
This program is presented by Katie DeAscanis and Miranda Harris and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation in partnership with the Crosby Wellness Center.
About the Presenters:
Miranda became inspired to learn more about yoga philosophy while traveling across India in 2017. She later enrolled in year-long yoga teacher training with the intention to deepen her personal practice. She quickly found a passion for teaching and went on to complete her 500 hour yoga teacher training at Warrior One in Orlando, FL. Miranda utilizes mindfulness and purposeful movement to creatively and carefully guide students into their bodies. Above all, she believes yoga should be accessible to all humans. She incorporates modifications and props in her teachings to safely challenge and inspire students. Miranda is currently pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Rollins College.
Katie DeAscanis is a Crosby Wellness Center yoga instructor and Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern. After a successful 10-year career in corporate sales and marketing, she took the leap to follow her true passion — creating a space for people to explore themselves and grow in ways that will help them reach their goals. Katie has been teaching yoga since 2018 and she co-led the Crosby Wellness Center’s inaugural Women’s Empowerment Series earlier this year with great success.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Learn How to Build an Herbal First-Aid Kit
2023-10-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join herbalist and certified ACE health coach Julie Ward, to learn about the herbal properties of 10 herbs and spices.

Each one of us has been a bit under the weather at one time or another with a stuffy nose, an upset stomach, or sore throat. There are herbal at-home remedies that can alleviate most of these symptoms, and a few of them are likely already in your kitchen spice cabinet or refrigerator.
Led by herbalist, plant-based chef and certified ACE health coach Julie Ward, you will learn about the herbal properties of 10 herbs and spices that no herbal first aid kit should be without.
Julie will share some of her personal go-to remedies, including one she learned from her grandfather to alleviate a chill and tickle in his throat. His cure? He would simmer ginger, garlic, lemon and a little honey and go to bed early. She says he was good as new in the morning and it’s a remedy she still uses today herself.
Some of the items in your new at-home herbal first-aid kit can also be planted and grown at home. Is it time to start your own home first-aid garden? Julie will explain how.
This class will focus on cuts, scraps, bruises, coughs, minor digestive upsets, relaxation and congestion. Please bring a notebook and pen or pencil because there will be a lot to learn!
This program is presented by Julie Ward and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Julie Ward invites audiences to approach health differently. Her presentations merge the power of plant-based nutrition, the spirituality of food, and her own relatable stories. As a 100% plant-based, certified ACE health coach, Julie’s passion for plants enlivens her presentations. Her wealth of firsthand experience makes her presentations personal and inspiring. As an international health speaker who overcame her own digestive issues and depression using food as medicine, Julie gives hope to those facing chronic health challenges. Educating audiences and clients about how we can nurture our digestive systems stands at the forefront of her work.
Emphasizing the interconnectedness of our health, Julie challenges audiences to connect their mental, physical and spiritual experiences. Her presentations provide participants with a foundation of understanding and knowledge that empowers listeners to make better health choices, connect with their food, boost energy, and improve mental clarity.
Julie holds a certificate in Plant–Based Nutrition from eCornell, a Masters in Public Policy from USC and a B.S. in Mathematics from Spelman College. She is also a Plant-Based Chef, certified ACE Health Coach, and an herbalist. To learn more about Julie Ward, please visit https://freshfoodalchemy.com/
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Fall-themed Rock Painting
2023-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Join Central Florida Community Arts teaching artist Simone Boos to create a meaningful fall-themed art project using a rock as a canvas.

Rock painting is a trend that comes and goes with each new generation, and it’s back, in a big way! Walk around any public garden or street, and chances are you’ll come across a brightly painted rock, sure to bring a smile to your face.
In this workshop, led by Central Florida Community Arts teaching artist Simone Boos, you will learn interesting facts about the history of rock painting, while designing and creating a meaningful fall-themed art project using a rock as a canvas.
Once you leave the workshop, it’s up to you whether you find a special spot in your home for your creation or if you “leaf” it out in the wild to bring a smile to a stranger’s face.
All art supplies will be provided; just bring your positive vibes and creative ideas.
This program is presented by Simone Boos and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Presenter:
Simone Boos is a native of Indianapolis and an alumna of Alma College, where she earned dual degrees in Dance and English. Over the course of her professional performing career, she appeared in countless productions with various theater and dance companies, including Ballet Internationale, Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre, Island Moving Company, Surfscape Contemporary Dance Theatre, Third Coast Dance Company, and RAKR Dance, and has toured both nationally and internationally. She has over a decade of experience teaching and choreographing for aspiring dancers of all ages both here in Central Florida and throughout the US. Simone is a professional portrait & wedding photographer, graphic & web designer, and a certified barre3 instructor. Simone joined CFCArts as a teaching artist in 2022 and is happy to have called Orlando, specifically Winter Park, home for the last 6+ years!
Registration Note:

Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Laughter Yoga
2023-10-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Laughter Yoga is a unique & gentle form of exercise in which we combine breathing techniques from yoga with laughter exercises.

Laughter Yoga is a unique & gentle form of exercise in which we combine breathing techniques from yoga with laughter exercises. This brings extra oxygen into the body, creates feel good hormones called endorphins, thereby creating a joy cocktail that makes us feel more energetic & healthier! Laughter Yoga connects us to our innate, playful nature. When we allow ourselves to be playful, laughter flows like a fountain! It can be practiced standing or sitting in a chair by EVERY body, regardless of age or fitness level. If you can breathe, you can do Laughter Yoga! Laughter Yoga has been scientifically proven to: release stress; boost the immune system; exercise your heart & lungs; elevate mood; improve circulation; reduce symptoms of arthritis, asthma, allergies & pain; and foster feelings of kindness, joy, forgiveness & love. Laughter truly is the best medicine!
Special Note: No yoga mat is needed, and this program is open to attendees of all ages! Laughter Yoga can be practiced standing or sitting, regardless of fitness level. If you can laugh, you can do Laughter Yoga. It’s best to do Laughter Yoga on an empty stomach.
This program is presented by Dana Kaplan and hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
About the Program Presenter
Dana Kaplan is an experienced yoga teacher registered with Yoga Alliance (E-RYT 500), a mantra artist leading the kirtan band To Bring Devotion as well as Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher. Dana’s Laughter Teacher Training was with the founder of Laughter Yoga, Dr. Madan Kataria. Dana has been leading regular Laughter Yoga clubs since 2010, both in person and more recently on Zoom. She also leads Laughter workshops at Yoga Festivals up and down the East Coast and at special events. She loves sharing the joys and health benefits of Laughter Yoga with all. She particularly likes the way all barriers of separation melt away as we connect to one another at a heart level, which is the meaning of yoga.
Registration Note:
Please note: As of August 2023, when you register via Eventbrite for community education programs at the Center for Health & Wellbeing, you are now required to accept our Waiver and Release as part of the Eventbrite checkout process. Visit YourHealthandWellbeing.org/waiverandrelease for more details.

Bloodmobile
2023-10-17 08:00 - 16:30 | Center for Health & Wellbeing, 2005 Mizell Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32792, Winter Park, FL, 32792, US
AdventHealth’s new bloodmobile will give patients greater access to donated blood products when they need it most. All donations help AdventHealth patients locally. Visit AdventHealthBloodCenter.com to learn more about eligibility requirements. No appointment needed. For more information, call 407-599-6006.
