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JANUARY 7

Stroke Support Group

This group offers an opportunity for stroke survivors to learn about local resources and interact socially while participating in group therapy. The group meets at 2:30 p.m. in the LRMC North Campus conference room. Information: 352.323.5658

JANUARY 12

Better Breathers

An American Lung Association support group to aid those who suffer from lung diseases. Participants learn tips and techniques to manage their disease. 1–3 p.m. National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Drive Clermont. Free. Information: 352.241.7109

JANUARY 12

Mended Hearts Support Group

Mended Hearts offers hope to heart patients suffering from cardiovascular disease, as well as their families and caregivers. Noon–1 p.m. Florida Hospital Waterman, 100 Waterman Way Tavares. Information: 352.253.3399

JANUARY 20

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

Share stories and reach out to others facing similar challenges with multiple sclerosis, a disease that attacks the central ner- vous system. 10 a.m.–noon, National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont. Free. Information: 352.242.2350

JANUARY 21

Breast Cancer Support Group

A breast cancer diagnosis is a time filled with fear and uncertainty. Fortunately, you don’t have to battle breast cancer alone. Share your stories with others fighting the disease and learn effective coping strategies. 1:30–3:30 p.m. Florida Hospital Waterman, 4000 Waterman Way in Tavares. Information: 352.253.3605

JANUARY 23-24

Florida Rush Cup

Soccer teams from around the country compete to take home gold medals in their respective age divisions. This unique event is at the National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Drive Clermont. 7a.m.–8p.m. Information: 407.654.5552

JANUARY 25

Amputee Support Group

It can be devastating to live with limb loss. Fortunately, amputees can share their trials and tribulations with other amputees, while helping one another cope in the process. 6–7 p.m. Florida Hospital Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares. Information: 352.253.3892.

JANUARY 30

Health and Wellness Fair

Organized by New Beginnings, this health fair features medical vendors, short seminars on various topics, and free health screenings. 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in Wesley Center at First United Methodist Church of Clermont. Information: 352.404.6946

JANUARY 30

Mount Dora

Health and Fitness Expo

Wallace Fitness is hosting a fun, free family event to promote health and fitness awareness. Activities include fitness demonstrations, weight loss education, live entertainment, prizes, contests, food trucks, and demonstrations by community health care providers, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., at Donnelly Park in downtown Mount Dora. Information: wallacefitness.com/expo

JANUARY 30

Spice It Up for Hospice Chili Cook-Off

This event includes a chili tasting contest, raffle prizes, and live entertainment by Todd Brown and the River Junction Band. Proceeds benefit the Lane Purcell Hospice House and Cornerstone Hospice patient care. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. in downtown Bushnell. Information:

352.742.6807

JANUARY 30

The Florida Hospital Waterman’s 7th annual Celebration of Life Gala

This event held at the Westin Lake Mary, located at 2974 International Parkway. Proceeds raised from the event support Florida Hospital Waterman’s emergency department. Information: 352.253.3270

FEBRUARY 6

Taste of Wellness

Attendees can win fun door prizes and visit with health and wellness providers. Enjoy great food, drinks, and entertainment. All proceeds benefit World Wellness Education, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at La Hacienda Recreation Center in The Villages. Information: 352.459.1655

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