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HURRICANE SHELTER INFORMATION
Brevard County strongly urges that a public shelter be used only as a last resort. You will be more comfortable sheltering with friends, family or in commercial lodging.
For shelter locations go to Brevard County Emergency Management brevardfl.gov/emergencymanagment.
BRING THE FOLLOWING TO THE SHELTER:
1. Enough food and supplies to last several days, including special diet foods, since food might not be readily available at the shelter.
2. Bottled water (one gallon/person/day) and other beverages.
3. A manual can opener, eating utensils, paper plates, cups and napkins/paper towels.
4. Infant formula/food/diapers and wipes.
5. Two-week supply of medications and first-aid kit.
6. Cash or traveler’s checks.
7. Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows and folding chairs. Bedding is not provided in public shelters.
8. Personal hygiene items and changes of clothing.
9. Flashlight, battery-powered radio/TV and spare batteries, cards, games, books and toys.
10. Include items that can help, such as hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, bar or liquid soap, disinfectant wipes (if available) and two masks for each person.
Do not take pets (except guide dogs), alcoholic beverages or weapons of any kind into public shelters. For more information, call 321-637-6670.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION SHELTERS
Shelter openings are incident specific. Never go to a shelter unless local officials have announced it is open. Shelter openings will be announced through local television, radio stations, social media and the Brevard County Emergency Management website. Shelters are designed to house residents of the barrier islands (including Merritt Island), those in low-lying or flood-prone areas, those in mobile/manufactured homes, or those with no other sheltering options. If you choose to go to a shelter, follow these instructions:
• Stay as calm as possible and take your disaster supply kit.
• Bring your own cots or sleeping materials.
• Bring changes of clothing and wear sturdy shoes.
• If you have dietary restrictions, bring food that you will be able to eat.
• Bring what you need to stay comfortable and entertained.
• Not all shelters will have electricity throughout the emergency.
• Shelter rules — if staying in a shelter, be aware of the shelter rules:
• We are guests. Please treat the facility, equipment and staff respectfully.
• No disorderly or disruptive behavior will be allowed.
• No smoking, alcohol or drugs allowed.
• No guns or weapons of any kind permitted.
• You must sign in when you arrive and sign out when you leave.
Other shelters are available and are opened once the primary shelter has reached 85 percent occupancy rate.
SPECIAL NEEDS SHELTER:
The Special Needs Registry is a confidential listing of those people who meet program criteria and is updated on an annual basis. Patients with colostomy assistance needs, nebulizers, oxygen, feeding tubes or Alzheimer’s disease are examples of medical criteria that are eligible for the registry.
Individuals who elect to use a Special Needs or other public shelter should bring with them items such as cots, bedding, medicine, medical supplies and food supplies, preparing to be self sufficient for 72 hours. Special Needs registrants should also be accompanied by at least one caregiver. Occupants’ comfort will be determined by their preparedness.
For more information, call 321-637-6670.
Register by using the link below: web.brevardcounty.us/SpecialNeeds/Registration.aspx.
ANIMAL SHELTERS & BOARDING
All county animal shelters will be open, unless ordered evacuated, and will receive pets from mandatory evacuation areas. Call the following numbers for information concerning pet sheltering during a disaster:
Brevard County Animal Services and Enforcement 321-633-2024
BrevardFL.gov/EmergencyManagement/BePrepared Prepare for any hazard, stay safe during an incident, recover from an incident and increase resiliency. fema.gov/emergency-managers/individualscommunities/preparedness-activities-research-webinars
• Stay informed, make a family emergency plan, build an emergency supply kit and get involved in your community by taking action to prepare for emergencies.
everyone Something for
BY R. NORMAN MOODY
A trip to the Relics Museum will be a dream for collectors and a walk through time
Edward Rensing
SPACE COAST’S SOON-TO-BE NEWEST GEM
RELICS MUSEUM
As a young boy growing up in a blue-collar neighborhood, Edward Rensing sprouted an interest in collecting things in his childhood instinct to explore.
“I started with rocks,” he said standing next to a display of semiprecious stones. “I would break them to see what was inside.”
That interest in collecting grew beyond his retirement as the CEO of an electronics company a few years ago until he realized the size of the collection he had amassed.
The artifacts, vintage toys, figurines, handguns, native American items, including weapons and so many other items, stuffed his bulging storage units, closets and other available space.
It was time to share the joy, the collection and the history with others. That gave birth to the nonprofit Relics Museum in Rockledge.
“The way I like to say it, there is something for everyone,” Rensing said as he prepared for the opening of the museum at 495 Gus Hipp Blvd. in an industrial area of the city.
Though in an industrial-looking building, from the onset the place is inviting. Out front there are bicycle racks and a built-in tire pump. A swing hangs from an oak tree and a bench and picnic table can serve visitors waiting on the rest of their party to arrive at the museum.
Step inside the Relics Museum and immediately a sense of wonder welcomes visitors as they begin to scan the displays.
“I didn’t know this existed,” said Teresa Alvarez of Suntree, after a
Hundreds of masks will be part of the unique lure to the Relics Museum
sneak peek before the official opening. “It’s amazing. We’re going to have to spread the word. This is so unique.”
Dozens of semi-automatic weapons and handguns, an impressive collection of swords from around the world, pocketknives, Native American knives and weapons are part of the collection. Move from one section to the other and you will be awed to find taxidermy of many kinds of animals, real tomahawks, Native American masks, human scalps, headdresses and arrowheads.
Rensing has dozens of shiny Schwinn banana seat bicycles of different colors with shifters, that line a rack against one wall of the museum. It is like the ones he could not have as a child because the price was out of reach for his parents in their Seaford neighborhood on Long Island, New York. But he did get one of the less expensive banana seat bikes.
“We got the Sears, not the Schwinn,” he said.
Also among the antique weapons is a gun purchased Sept. 22, 1884 and
carried by a Wells Fargo and Company Express carriage crew, and a rifle recovered from the Battle of the Little Bighorn.
Rensing’s father, a World War II veteran, brought home war trophies.
“He cherished these things,”
Rensing said as he showed some of the collection of WWII memorabilia and weapons. “When he passed, it went to me. That was part of my collecting bug.”
As a boy, Rensing once found and brought home a racoon skull to the surprise of his mother.
“Mom said, ‘Get that thing out of here,’ ” he said.
Rensing would go wherever he thought he could find something interesting to collect, even buying old bullets from a flea market.
“I didn’t have a master plan,” he said as he and his son, Travis, worked to get the museum up and running.
Rensing had to meet some extra City of Rockledge requirements because the museum is in an area zoned as industrial.
“It’s unbelievable. People are going to be very surprised and it’s right here in Rockledge. I’m in awe of what this man has collected.”
— Bonnie King
In addition to the traditional museum, the business includes the restoration of relics, artifacts and other items for sale. It offers storage for unique and classic cars. It also has a retail shop that sells artifacts, unique items, books and other informative material.
Rensing just knows he wants to share the joy of his collections and the history that comes with each item with others.
“I am not in love with any of it,” he said. “I’m not in love with material things. I wasn’t interested in history. Then I ended up being interested in history.
“The fact that we can preserve this for future generations; that’s the legacy I want to leave, a historical record for other generations.”
Bonnie King, a consultant for the tourism industry who lives on Merritt Island, had a sneak peak of the museum before it opened.
“It’s unbelievable,” she said. “People are going to be very surprised and it’s right here in Rockledge. I’m in awe of what this man has collected.”
Travis Rensing took a year off to work with his father in the museum after working in an office for 21 years.
“I saw it as a challenge,” he said. We had to design it.”
Rockledge City Council member Michael Cadore Sr. had the opportunity to visit the museum.
“It is absolutely amazing to have this in our city,” he said.
The Relics Museum is located at 495 Gus Hipp Blvd. in Rockledge.
They WAY PLAY Their
BY JEFF NAVIN
PHOTOGRAPHY
JASON
HOOK
ONE PASSION TWO MUSICIANS
ONE COUNTY
TWO ACTS
SHARI YEOMANS MARY BUCK
Shari Yeomans remembers a moment back at Merritt Island High School when she knew that she would become a musician. She played the flute for the Mustangs’ symphony orchestra and the marching band. She also was a member of the Mustang Corral, singing in the chorus.
Merritt Island was a state powerhouse in football and state championships were the goal each year.
“Mr. Walters was my music teacher,” said Yeomans, a 1976 graduate of Merritt Island High School, who will turn 67 in July. “He was so cool. Mr. Walters would stop us in the middle of song and he would say, ‘Shari, I want you to hit a Low C. And, I want you to hit it with bravado.’ That’s something that probably only a musician would understand.’’
Being put on the spot at a young age was something that Yeomans relished. There was no such thing as stage fright for a girl who moved from Long Island, New York to Merritt Island just before the age of 10 in 1968. Her mother had remarried and her stepfather, Harry Frazier, had taken a job at Northrup Grumman.
Yeomans started surfing, thanks to her brother Richard.
“The 10-foot Hobie (surfboard) was so much bigger than me,’’ Yeomans joked. “The cool boys in high school surfed; all the cute boys were out on the water.’’
Yeomans sings and plays the guitar for Blue Moon Rising, a popular band in Brevard County. Yeomans brought Blue Moon Rising to Florida three years ago after it had thrived on Long Island for five years. She is the lone performer from the group’s New York days.
“We play some original music and we play mostly classic rock, blues and some popular tunes,’’ said Yeomans, a Cape Canaveral resident. “We try to keep it updated. I love Janis Joplin, Bonnie Rait and Tina Turner. That kind of style. I’m thinking about adding the flute to some songs.’’
“You’ve got to have a passion for everything that brings you joy.’’ Shari Yeomans
Evens Colas is the lead guitarist for Blue Moon Rising. He’s originally from Haiti, with a Reggae background after touring with national acts. Colas owns Paradise Recording, a recording studio.
Joe Zapano is a bass player, who played with Rick Derringer. Derringer was known for hits such as “Hang on Sloopy” and “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo.’’ Zapano also played for Dr. Hook.
Joseph Luley is the drummer. He toured for a while and also played the drums for Karalyn (Woulas) and the Dawn Patrol, a popular local band.
Don’t call Mary Buck a musician. She’s much more than that.
Buck is a surfer, golfer, gymnast, teacher … and a musician. She even crochets from time to time.
“Activity and variety is the spice of life,’’ said Buck, a native of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, who with her husband, Jesse Frack, splits her time between Melbourne and New Jersey. “You have to have enough of it to keep it interesting. You’ve got to keep moving.’’
The husband and wife team known as Frax perform regularly at El Mojito in downtown Melbourne almost every Friday night from November until the end of May. That’s when they go back to New Jersey for the summer and fall. Frack plays the guitar and Buck sings, plays the guitar, the bass guitar, the drums and almost every other musical instrument from time to time. She’s a whirlwind of activity.
Buck turned 71 on March 19.
“We met at 19 and dated for 4½ years,’’ said Buck, who competed as a gymnast and graduated from Trenton State College in New Jersey. “Jesse asked to marry me after three weeks. I wasn’t ready for that. Five years later, I asked him to marry me. I got married at 25. I never dated anyone else.’’
“Activity and variety is the spice of life. You have to have enough of it to keep it interesting. You’ve got to keep moving.’’
Mary Buck
Frax plays songs from almost every musical genre, whether it be rhythm and blues, rock, jazz, metal or country. The duo also like to play at open mics throughout the area, including Social Distance on Wednesday night in Satellite Beach.
Buck’s father, Harry Buck, was instrumental in sharing his love of music with his daughter. His stage name was Bucky Harris.
“My father was a lifetime jazz musician,’’ said Buck, who loves to surf at High Tower in Satellite Beach.
“He’d have 40 to 60 students studying and playing six days a week if he wasn’t playing somewhere himself. I never asked to be a musician. If my father had been a carpenter, I’d know how to use a hammer, saw and a drill.’’
That solid musical foundation led to her versatility on stage. “I always dreamed about being a musician,’’ Buck said “But, not as a starry-eyed weekend musician. I took lessons from my father. He was so knowledgable. By the age of 13, I had already gone through three Mel Bay music books.’’
It became a career where she would tour, play 29 nights in a row, with many of those musical gigs becoming doubles.
“I’ve got some cool cats,’’ said Yeomans, who works in activities and recreation for The Terrace at Courtenay Springs, a nursing home on Merritt Island. “We like to play at Earl’s Hideaway in Sebastian and we’re a mainstay at Island Time in Cocoa Beach. They like us there.’’
Yeomans studied both recreation and horticulture at Suffolk Community College’s Riverhead Campus on Long Island after returning to New York.
“I love gardening and I worked for a wholesale nursery for a while,” Yeomans said. “I love roses. Who doesn’t love roses.”
Yeomans has a simple secret for remaining young at heart.
“You’ve got to have a passion for everything that brings you joy,’’ Yeomans said. “You need to take care of yourself, mentally and physically. And, stay out of trouble. I love singing and being a part of the music scene. There’s such a beautiful feeling you get while performing. It’s a high and a joy and a feel-good experience.’’ r
The couple covered a lot of miles during their 20s and 30s. They lived in Santa Barbara, California for a seven-year stretch.
It wasn’t always California living. She remembers a 10week musical run in Idabel, Oklahoma at the age of 32 when her first born, a son named Adam, was 1. She later had two daughters, Sara and Dana.
“Music to me is a living,’’ Buck said.
“My passion has always been something else. I coached gymnastics for 48 years.’’
Buck still thinks about her childhood and the nights when she would wake up at 3 a.m. to have hot chocolate with her father after he played a show with his Big Band Orchestra.
“My father was such a straight-laced and wonderful human being,’’ Buck said. “It’s ironic that there are 88 keys on the piano and he died at the age of 88.’’ r
Mary BUCK
Shari YEOMANS
Vietnam
The U.S. Constitution promotes veteran
BY ERNIE DORLING
PHOTOGRAPHY KLINTON LANDRESS
“I left Erie, Pennsylvania
He’s a gray-bearded retiree and Army veteran of the Vietnam War who does not own a fishing pole or golf clubs nor have a need or want for them.
But Bill Kinstler has what he wants in his retirement — tools of every kind that have been the constant implements of his hobby and fascination since he was a teenager.
“I’ve been working with tools since I was a kid,” he said.
Kinstler used his experience and love of working with tools when he embarked on the project of building The Constitution Truck. It is a unique-looking vehicle designed to raise appreciation for the United States Constitution.
The truck is a 1947 Ford COE (Cab Over Engine) model, powered by a 1960-era Ford 427 engine. It has a Lincoln Town Car front suspension and a custom-made frame.
What stands out most about this truck is that it is painted with the Stars and Stripes and the U.S. Constitution.
“A local artist painted the truck,” Kinstler said. “There are no vinyl graphics on it. Building this truck has been a long therapeutic journey for me. It never feels like work, instead, it resembles more of a passion project.”
Kinstler was quick to reveal his reason for building this truck. “The mission of the truck’s paint job is to fuel widespread awareness and appreciation for the United States Constitution,” he said.
Kinstler’s truck bed also displays various military insignia, notably the POW flag and the insignia of the Army’s 199th Infantry Brigade, which served in the Vietnam War.
“The 199th Insignia holds personal resonance for me as I proudly wore that patch during my service in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969,” Kinstler said.
Kinstler moved to Brevard County in
the early 1980s.
“I left Erie, Pennsylvania in my rearview mirror,” he said. “And I never looked back.”
Kinstler is comfortable working with almost any kind of tool. “I’ve always worked as a mechanic, mostly on cars and boats,” he said. “When I moved to Florida, I worked at the Kennedy Space Center (KSC). My most memorable job was working for
in my rearview mirror.”
— Bill Kinstler
a subcontractor at KSC. Working on the launch pads and various buildings during the Space Shuttle days was quite an adventure.”
Kinstler receives constant positive feedback from everyone who sees the truck. “People are quite taken by it,” he said. “I want people to see the truck as a symbol of our country and what it stands for. For some, it’s an educational experience. For others, especially those who served in the
military and Vietnam, it’s a reminder of what we served and fought for.”
Kinstler exhibits the truck at various car and truck shows, whenever possible. He will also show the truck for special events whenever his schedule permits.
“I’ll show and exhibit the truck whenever possible,” Kinstler added.
“I want people to see it through their own lens, not just mine. So far, I’m happy with the feedback I get from
it. If it helps people appreciate what our Constitution stands for and what the veterans who served and died for, then all the work that has gone into it has been well worth it.”
Anyone interested in learning more about Kinstler and The Constitution Truck and to arrange for an exhibition anywhere in Brevard County, can contact him through his website, which is full of photos, at theconstitutiontruck.com
ALZHEIMER’S CARE
Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation, Inc.
321-253-4430
Brevardalz.org
Health First Aging Services
321-434-7611
9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Friday
3661 S. Babcock St., Melbourne hf.org/aging
ATTORNEY & LEGAL
William A. Johnson, P.A.
321-253-1667
Experienced Elder Law and Estate Planning services serving your family’s planning needs. Our caring firm also handles Guardianship, Probate and Medicaid.
140 Interlachen Road, Suite B, Melbourne Floridaelderlaw.net
Rhodes Law, PA is a full-service elder law firm assisting Brevard and the surrounding counties with legal services including Estate and Medicaid Planning, Probate & Trust Administration, Guardianship and more.
1751 Sarno Road, Suite 2, Melbourne Rhodeslawpa.com
The Murtha Law Group, P.A.
321-600-4989
7351 Office Park Place, Viera
You’re
Truman Scarborough
321-267-4770
239 Harrison St., Titusville
AUTO TAGS
renewexpress.com/brevard/ renewals
— Titusville Branch (Temporarily closed for renovations)
321-264-6969
800 S. Park Ave., Titusville — Merritt Island Branch
321-264-6969
1605 Courtenay Parkway Merritt Island
— Melbourne Branch
321-633-2199
1515 Sarno Road, Melbourne — Palm Bay Branch
321-633-2199
450 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay — Viera Branch
321-633-2199
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building A108, Viera
BEACH WHEELCHAIR RENTALS
A1A Outdoors
321-505-7455
Beach wheelchair rentals. Daily or weekly rentals are available. Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral. 6811 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral A1abeachrentals.com
Cape Canaveral Fire Department
321-783-4424
First come, first serve, will be
delivered to one of four mobi-mat locations. Cityofcapecanaveral.org
Crabby’s Beach Wheels
321-432-2855 crabbysbeachwheels.com
Sand Helper
321-392-3129
Electric beach wheelchair rentals. Call or reserve online. Will deliver. sandhelper.com
Satellite Beach Fire Department
321-773-4404 ext. 302
Reservations on a first-come basis.
BLIND/VISION SERVICES
Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind 321-773-7222
674 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach Baabhelpfortheblind.org
Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired 386-258-3441
405 White St., Daytona Beach cvicentralflorida.org
Florida Division of Blind Services 321-634-3680
1970 Michigan Ave., Building A-2 Cocoa Dbs.myflorida.com
Southeastern Guide Dogs and Paws for Independence 941-729-5665
4210 77th St. East, Palmetto guidedogs.org
Talking Books/Homebound Services
321-633-1810
308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa Dbs.myflorida.com/library
CANCER CENTERS
American Cancer Society
800-227-2345
Cancer.org
Health First Cancer Institute Melbourne, 1130 Hickory St. 321-434-7676
Merritt Island, 325 S Courtenay Pkwy, 321-268-4200
Palm Bay, 1264 Malabar Road SE 321-434-7676
Viera, 8725 N. Wickham Road 321-268-4200
hf.org/cancer
Parrish Cancer Center
321-529-6102
Operated by Omni Healthcare Titusville 845 Century Medical Drive Melbourne, 1344 S. Apollo, Suite 303 321-727-3495
Omnihealthcare.com/cancer-center
CARE MANAGEMENT
Aging Matters In Brevard 321-639-8770
Case management, personal care, respite, Lifeline, senior companionship, homemaker services and meal delivery services. 3600 W. King St., Cocoa agingmattersbrevard.org
One Senior Place Care Management 321-751-6771
8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Educate, advocate, support and professional care management. Oneseniorplace.com
CHRONIC PAIN
Bodhi TCM Acupuncture 321-312-0771
304 S., Harbor City Blvd., Suite 101
CREMATION SERVICES
National Cremation 321-499-9484
Private in-home consultations and free informational luncheons available.
8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Nationalcreamtion.com
DENTIST/ORAL SURGERY
Cedric C. Chenet DDS, PA
321-622-3895
7331 Office Park Place, Suite 100, Viera 336 N. Babcock St., Melbourne
Patrick Space Force Base: 842 Falcon Ave., Building 722B careersourcebrevard.com
EYE CARE
Florida Retina Specialists
321-735-8800
A medical practice that provides
comprehensive medical and surgical retinal eye care.
280 N. Sykes Creek Parkway
Suite B, Merritt Island
2329 Medico Lane, Suite 103, Viera
1978 U.S. 1, Suite 105, Rockledge FloridaRetinaSpecialists.com
Pinnacle Eye Center
321-255-4949
1649 W. Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne 8059 Spyglass Hill Road, Suite 101, Viera
PinnacleEyeCenter.com
FINANCE
Community Credit Union 321-690-2328 ccuFlorida.org
Edward Jones
Jason Vaughn, Financial Advisor 321-821-0723
1901 S. Harbor City Blvd. #509 Melbourne jason.vaughn@edwardjones.com edwardjones.com
Leonard Financial
321-259-6239
2955 Pineda Plaza Way, Suite 126, Melbourne LeonardFinancialGroup.com
FUNERAL SERVICES
Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation 321-735-4008
A family owned and operated business. Dedicated and supportive staff are here to guide you through the difficult journey. 1039 Harvin Way Rockledge TaylorHFC.com
GOLF
Viera East Golf Club 321-639-6500
2300 Clubhouse Drive Viera vieragolf.com
GRAB BARS
Same Day Grab Bars 800-215-7560
We offer same-day, one-visit professional grab bar installation that is safe, fast and affordable with a lifetime warranty. Free estimates. One Call Stops the Fall SameDayGrabBars.com
HEART CARE
Viera Heart and Vascular Clinic 321-421-7525
1706 Berglund Lane • vieraheart.com
HOLISTIC HEALTH
Holistic Primary Care 321-757-6899
HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com
HOME CARE NON MEDICAL
FirstLight Home Care of Melbourne 321-221-7099
Our Mission: We Exist to Help Others Have Their Best Day, Every Day. Our Services: Companion, Personal, Dementia and Respite Care Services in Your Home – Wherever You Call Home. VA Preferred Provider. Covering all of Brevard County Melbourne.FirstLightHomeCare.com ghausman@firstlighthomecare.com
Health First at Home Services
321-459-1804
3566 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne hf.org/athomeservices
Parrish Home Health
321-383-5422 or 321-433-8236 parrishhealthcare.com/ourservices/home-health
8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Suite 115, Viera seniorpartnercare.com
HOME CARE MEDICAL
Health First Home Care
321-434-5909
3566 N. Harbour City Blvd. Melbourne • hf.org/homecare
Parrish Home Health
321-433-8236
and speech therapy; social worker; home health aide.
North Brevard: 830 Century Medical Drive, Suite A, Titusville Parrishhealthcare.com
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Artistic Closets
321-253-4655 closetsandmore.space
Brevard Cooling & Heating
321-757-9008 • Brevardcooling.com
CDS Plumbing
321-433-3140 • cdsplumbing.com
Contemporary Home Comfort
321-425-2231
ContemporaryHomeComfort.com
The Blind Spot
HOSPICE
Edward M. Poe Hospice Care Center for Patients and Families
321-269-4240
24 hours a day, seven days a week. 1240 Grumman Place
Titusville
Hospice of Health First
Cocoa Beach — 321-799-7100
West Melbourne — 321-434-1744
Palm Bay — 321-434-8400 hf.org/hospice
St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care 321-269-4240
Titusville: 1250-B Grumman Place
Suntree: 6905 N. Wickham Road, # 403 Melbourne: 1005 E. Strawbridge Ave., #4740
HOSPITALS
Health First Hospitals hf.org
Cape Canaveral Hospital
321-799-7111
701 W. Cocoa Beach Causeway
— Holmes Regional Medical Center 321-434-7000
1350 Hickory St., Melbourne
— Palm Bay Hospital 321-434-8000
1425 Malabar Road NE
— Viera Hospital 321-434-9000
8745 N. Wickham Road
Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital 321-752-1200
250 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne
Parrish Medical Center
321-268-6111
951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville parrishhealthcare.com
Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital
321-984-4600
Leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and
orthopedic conditions.
101 East Florida Ave., Melbourne encompasshealth.com
INSURANCE
AAA — The Auto Club Group Kathy Sorrell 321-775-4705
4100 N. Wickham Road, Suite 101, Melbourne
FWH & Associates, Inc.
321-452-8328
Health First Health Plans
800-716-7734
6450 U.S. 1, Rockledge hf.org/healthplans
State Farm Insurance, Dan Adovasio
321-454-4444
7350 Shoppes Drive #101, Viera
State Farm Insurance, Eric Ponce 321-773-7500
2240 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne
State Farm Insurance, Brian West 321-872-0123
2320 Dairy Road, Suite 102, W. Melbourne
THE TRUSTED CHOICE
Getting over a major medical crisis isn’t easy, but a trusted provider can help ease the burden. At our hospital, we create rehabilitation programs that are specifically designed for each patient’s needs, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. It’s why so many people choose us to help them get back to what matters most.
encompasshealth.com/seapinesrehab
State Farm Insurance, Arty Pagan
321-775-1000
7955 N. Wickham Road, Suntree
State Farm Insurance, Weston Johnson 321-541-1433
590 Malabar Road SE, #6 Palm Bay
State Farm Insurance, Josh Post and Financial Services, Inc.
321-254-8406
366 N. Babcock St., Suite 102 Melbourne
State Farm Insurance, Joe Raley
321-723-0333
5030 Minton Road NW, Suite 1 Palm Bay
LIBRARIES
For programs and class listings, go to brev.org
Brevard County Law Library 321-617-7295
2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Cape Canaveral Public Library 321-868-1101
201 Polk Ave., Cape Canaveral
Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Library
321- 633-1792
308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa
Cocoa Beach Public Library
321-868-1104
550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library
321-952-4511
955 E. University Blvd., Melbourne
Eau Gallie Public Library
321-255-4304
1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne
Franklin T. DeGroodt Library
321-952-6317
6475 Minton Road SE, Palm Bay
Melbourne Public Library
321-952-4514
540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne
Melbourne Beach Public Library
321-956-5642
324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach
Merritt Island Public Library
321-455-1369
1195 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island
Mims/Scottsmoor Public Library
321-264-5080
3615 Lionel Road, Mims
Palm Bay Public Library
321-952-4519
1520 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay
Port St. John Public Library
321-633-1867
6500 Carole Ave., Port St. John
Satellite Beach Public Library
321-779-4004
751 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach
South Mainland Public Library
772-664-4066
7921 Ron Beatty Blvd., Barefoot Bay
Suntree/Viera Public Library
321-255-4404
902 Jordan Blass Drive, Suntree-Viera
Titusville Public Library
321-264-5026
2121 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville
West Melbourne Public Library
321-952-4508
2755 Wingate Blvd., West Melbourne
MENTAL HEALTH
Circles of Care, Inc.
321-722-5200 circlesofcare.org
Health First Behavioral Wellness
321-434-7604
3661 S. Babcock St. Melbourne hf.org/behavioralwellness
Dr. Gloria Rivera King
321-956-9477
2328 Medico Lane Viera Drgloriariveraking.com
Mindful Support and Mental Health Solutions
321-206-5375
Mental health support for older adults and their loved ones. mindfulhealthfl.com
Life transitions
Grief and loss
Caregiver support • Dementias and other medical conditions We offer:
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Canaverallight.org
Field Manor Homestead
321-848-0365
An example of early pioneer life in Brevard County.
750 Field Manor Drive, Merritt Island Fieldmanor.org
Florida Surf Museum
321-720-8033
4151 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach Floridasurfmuseum.org
Green Gables
321-306-8635
LIBRARIES
Lawndale Senator H. S. Williams
Home
321-632-5650
Located on Rockledge Drive, National Register Historic District, beautiful Queen Anne style. Original school room on second floor. Restored in 1995 as a family home.
Military war exhibits, facsimiles of important documents in U.S. history and a full-size replica of the Liberty Bell. Entry is free.
1601 Oak St., Melbourne
Library of Florida History
321-690-1971, ext. 211
For programs and class listings, go to brev.org
Brevard County Law Library ........................ 321-617-7295
2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera
Historic Victorian home built in 1896. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Saturday
Cape Canaveral Public Library .................. 321-868-1101
201 Polk Ave., Cape Canaveral
1501 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne Greengables.org
Central Brevard Public Library ................... 321-633-1792
Statewide headquarters of Florida Historical Society and home of extensive archives and collection of maps (more than 1,500). Rare and out of print books, more than 10,000 photos and 20,000 postcards. Small exhibit on local history. Research by appointment only.
Cocoa Beach Public Library ........................ 321-868-1104
North Brevard Historical Museum
550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach
424 S. Washington Ave., Titusville Pritchardhouse.com
321-269-3658
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library……………..321-952-4511
955 E. University Blvd., Melbourne
Eau Gallie Public Library ............................. 321-255-4304
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
855-433-4210
History of North Brevard. Free entry. 301 S. Washington Ave., Titusville Northbrevardhistoricalmuseum.org
1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne
Mims/Scottsmoor 3615 Lionel Palm Bay Public 1520 Port Malabar
Port St. John 6500 Carole Satellite Beach
751 Jamaica South Mainland 7921 Ron Beatty
Suntree/Viera 902 Jordan Titusville Public 2121 S. Hopkins
West Melbourne
Franklin T. DeGroodt Library ....................... 321-952-6317
6475 Minton Road SE, Palm Bay
KSC brings to life the NASA story, offering a full day or more of fun and educational activities.
Space Commerce Way
Rossetter House Museum and Gardens 321-254-9855
Melbourne Public Library ............................ 321-952-4514
540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne
2755 Wingate
MEMBERSHIP/AUTO
Walk with a Doc on Merritt Island
Take a walk with friends, and have your top medical questions answered by a healthcare professional at Merritt Square Mall on the second Friday of every month from 9 to 10 a.m.
Learn more: aarp.org/WWADFL
Melbourne Beach Public Library.............. 321-956-5642
324 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach
Merritt Island kennedyspacecenter.com
Merritt Island Public Library....................... 321-455-1369
The museum consists of the James Wadsworth Rossetter House and Gardens, the William P. Roesch House and the Houston Family Memorial Cemetery.
1195 N. Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island
AAA — The Kathy Sorrell, Cell: 321-427-0438 ksorrell@acg.aaa.com
NEWSPAPERS/EXPOS
Senior Life Brevard County’s largest senior Expo Calendar Celebrating Viera Voice The newspaper vieravoice.com PERFORMING
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 1320 Highland Ave., Melbourne
The Moore Cultural Center & Museum
321-264-6595
The Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Memorial Park and Museum is the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement that highlights the legacy of the Moores.
5815 U.S. 1, Suite 3, Rockledge EllingsonProperties.com
ReMax, Deb Tomczak
321-604-8479
RESEARCH
ClinCloud 407-680-0534
7000 Spyglass Court, Suite 300, Viera clincloudresearch.com
Flourish Research
321-221-0224
60 Fortenberry Road, Merritt Island Flourishresearch.com
RESTAURANTS
28 North Gastropub
321-241-1159
2250 Town Center Ave. 28northgastropub.com
Pizza Gallery & Grill
321-633-0397
The Avenue Viera
2250 Town Center Ave., Viera Pizzagalleryandgrill.com
Hook & Eagle Tavern
321-639-3487
2300 Clubhouse Drive, Viera hookandeagle.com
Island Root Kava Bar
321-914-0914
Palm Shores Bistro
321-752-5222
5060 U.S. 1, Melbourne
SENIOR CONSULTATION
One Senior Place
321-751-6771
Need help? A free consultation with an aging services expert can help connect you with the solutions you need. One Senior Place is home to dozens of quality, senior-focused businesses that make us your experts in aging.
8085 Spyglass Hill Road Viera
THEATERS
Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse
321-636-5050
300 Brevard Ave., Cocoa
Maxwell C. King Center
321-242-2219
3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne
Melbourne Civic Theatre
321-723-6935
817 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne
Surfside Playhouse
321-783-3127
301 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach
The Henegar Center
321-723-8698
625 E. New Haven Ave., #119 Melbourne
Titusville Playhouse
321-268-3711
301 Julia St., Titusville
THRIFT STORES
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
321-728-4009
SpaceCoastHabitat.org
Habitat for Humanity Cars for Homes Program 877-277-4344
Turn your old car, boat, RV or farm equipment into a family’s new home. Habitat.org/carsforhomes
TRANSPORTATION
See page 38
TRAVEL & TOURISM
All About You Travel
321-631-8080
1240 U.S. 1, Suite 6, Rockledge
Allaboutyoutravelunlimited.com
Join the Fun Tours 386-235-3443 jointhefun.us
Viera East Travelers’ Club
321-890-3522
Visit West Volusia
386-734-0162
Located between Orlando and Daytona Beach, West Volusia County encompasses 14 vibrant communities featuring a year-round mix of attractions and activities.
116 W. New York Ave., DeLand VisitWestVolusia.com
WOMEN’S CARE
Health First Women & Children 321-434-3131 hf.org/womenandchildren
Parrish Women’s and Diagnostic Center 321-268-6790
Caring for women at every stage of their lives. Compassionate and dedicated nurses and leading physicians deliver care in a nurturing atmosphere.
951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville Parrishhealthcare.com
Pausitive Women’s Care 321-477-0700
830 Executive Lanes, Suite 140 Rockledge PausitiveWomenscare.com
The Brevard County Library System — services and resources for seniors
• Homebound Services: Items are delivered/returned postage free.
• Talking Books Library: A part of the National Library Service for the blind and physically handicapped. Patrons must be certified as being eligible. For more information, call 321-633-1810.
• Assistive Technology: Branches are equipped to assist seniors with visual impairments: Closed Caption TVs magnify materials up to 60 times, Reading Edge Personal Readers scan printed or typed materials and read them aloud, and enhanced workstations provide 16x magnification for online catalog.
• Programs and Events: Tax assistance, computer classes, concerts and more.
• Large Print Books • Audiobooks • Reference Help • Community Support Advocate
• Library of Things — check out: Self-monitoring blood pressure kits, memory kits and ukuleles
• eBooks, eAudio Books, eMovies and online learning
Faces in the Guide
Boomer Guide Models
THOMAS
Bonnie King, a Merritt Island resident who has lived in the area for most of her life, is a graduate of Cocoa Beach Junior/ Senior High School. She worked for the Space Coast Office of Tourism and retired in 2019.
King now works on several executive boards and does consulting within tourism.
Thomas Highsmith has lived in Viera for two years after living in Rockledge prior to that. He is a Realtor and works as a professor at Eastern Florida State College.
Highsmith enjoys working out, golfing and working with children. He is a travel basketball coach.
Michael Cadore has been making a positive difference in the community for decades.
Cadore holds a doctorate of education in leadership and management from Capella University. He serves as the associate dean of college-wide enrollment initiatives and engagement at Eastern Florida State College. He is a former police officer with the Rockledge Police Department.
Cadore was drafted by the NFL’s New Orleans Saints and has won numerous awards for his service in the community. He serves on the Rockledge City Council.
Dale is an Army veteran who has lived in Viera since 1996. He is a certified financial planner and is the supervisor for the Viera East Community Development District.
His wife Michelle is the family services manager for Brevard Public Schools’ Head Start program and she is the marketing director for the Viera East CDD.
Gilbert Pharam loves to take care of the Grotto at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community in Viera. Pharam was a career printer’s apprentice for 35 years in Los Angeles.
After moving to Florida, he was a printer for the Panama City News-Herald for five years. He enjoys tennis, dominoes, golf, Ping-Pong and fishing.
Teresa Alvarez Raele is a Suntree resident who has lived in the area for more than three years. She retired after serving as an assistant and substitute teacher in the Miami area.
Alvarez Raele has a passion for traveling, having been to Greece, Italy and Switzerland. She is a member of two ministries at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Community.
Raele also enjoys philanthropic work.
“This is the time to give back to society,” Raele said. “I love that. I enjoy that.”
GILBERT
ROB MICHELLE
King
Cadore Alvarez Raele
Highsmith Dale Webb Pharam
BONNIE
MICHAEL TERESA
Community Service & Assistance
DENTAL
Eastern Florida State College Public Dental Services
321-433-7570
The dental hygiene program proudly gives back to the community through its reduced priced Dental Clinic. Fluoride Treatment: no charge; Dental Cleaning: Adults: $15
North Brevard Sharing Center
321-269-6555
Help with emergency dental assistance.
Volunteer Adult Dental Clinic Viera
321-639-5801
This program provides limited dental services to low-income adults with no other access to dental care.
Call to schedule an appointment for intake and eligibility.
DISABILITY RESOURCES/ EQUIPMENT
Resource Center for Disability Solutions — 321-633-6011
The RCDS mission is to provide services and programs promoting independence for all people with disabilities.
Need -A-Ride 571 Haverty Court, Suite A, Rockledge rcdsfl.org
DISCOUNT PHONE ASSISTANCE
Lifeline Program for Low-Income Consumers — 855-455-8477
Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers. fcc.gov/general/lifeline-programlow-income-consumers
DRIVING ASSESSMENT
Driveable — 1-855-365-3748
Driver fitness and cognitive assessment administered by healthcare professionals and certified evaluators. Driveable.com
EMERGENCY SHELTER
Genesis House III — 321-723-3133
Emergency shelter for senior women 62 years or older. Temporary housing for homeless women who are in emergency situations. genesishousefl.org
FOOD PANTRY
COCOA • ROCKLEDGE MERRITT ISLAND • COCOA BEACH CAPE CANAVERAL
Christ Lutheran Church
321-783-3303
9:30 a.m. - Noon • Second Thursday Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach residents must have a photo ID. 7511 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral East Coast Christian Center
321-452-1060
8 - 11 a.m. • Tuesday
670 N. Courtenay Parkway, Suite 9 Merritt Island
Grace Life Church
321-636-3051
9 - 10:30 a.m. • Monday
3420 Murrell Road, Rockledge Gracebrevard.org
Grace United Methodist Church
321-452-2420
9 a.m. - Noon • Thursday
The first Thursday of the month is Government Food Day and is open to all Brevard County residents. All other Thursdays are open to Merritt Island residents only.
Sharing Center of Central Brevard 321-631-0306
Basic services include food pantry.
St. Vincent De Paul Society
321-799-3677
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral residents. Must have a photo ID.
130 Cleveland Ave., Unit C, Cocoa Beach
St. Vincent de Paul Conference at Divine Mercy — 321-452-5955
10 a.m. - Noon • Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Serves Merritt Island residents only, must have a photo ID.
1940 N. Courtenay Parkway Merritt Island
The Salvation Army North Central Brevard Pantry — 321-632-6060
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. • Monday - Friday
1 - 4 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage, utilities and other basic needs. Call to make an appointment. 9019 Peachtree St., Cocoa
Basic services include food pantry. Sharingcenter.org
The Salvation Army Melbourne 321-724-0494
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Monday- Thursday Offers emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage and other basic needs. Call to make an appointment. 1080 S. Hickory St. Melbourne
SATELLITE BEACH • INDIALANTIC
Holy Name of Jesus 321-777-9593
9 - 11 a.m. • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
PALM BAY
Bethel Abundant Life Ministries 321-831-3543
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • Third Saturday 1081 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay
First Baptist Church of Malabar 321-723-1602
9:30 a.m. • First Thursday 1665 Malabar Road, Malabar malabarbaptist.com
Peace Lutheran Church 321-727-3131
9 - 11 a.m. • Tuesday Serves 32905 and 32907 zip codes only, photo ID required.
1801 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay
Our Lady of Grace 321-725-6866
9 - 11:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and third Saturday Provides food to the needy.
300 Malabar Road SE, Palm Bay ourladyofgracechurch.com
Risen Savior Lutheran Church 321-984-8987
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Wednesday 2220 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay
Saint Vincent de Paul Food Pantry
Saint Joseph Chapter
321-768-7882
9:30 a.m. - Noon • Monday - Friday Serves 32905, 32907, and 32909 zip codes only.
Facebook: svdpstjoepb
St. Vincent de Paul,
Our Lady of Grace — 321-725-6866
9 - 11:30 a.m. • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Must live West and South of Emerson. Photo ID required.
300 Malabar Road, Palm Bay
TITUSVILLE • MIMS • PORT ST. JOHN
First Baptist Church
Port St. John — 321-636-5455
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Monday & Wednesday For needy people in the 32926 and 32927 zip codes. One visit per month,
photo ID required.
3900 Fay Blvd., Port St. John firstbaptistpsj.org/food-pantry
Hummingbird Pantry
Hummingbird is the only emergency food site in North Brevard. Donations of food, clothing, personal hygiene products and nutritional food are welcome. Must pre-register.
3000 Jolly St., Building 4, Titusville hummingbirdpantry.org
Facebook:
HummingbirdPantryRiverview
Mims Methodist Church
321-267-6202
10 a.m. - Noon • Tuesday Call first, supplies are limited. 3302 Green St., Mims
No One Hungry — 321-567-4408
10 a.m. - Noon • Tuesday
418 Pine St., Titusville noonehungryfl.org
North Brevard Sharing Center
321-269-6555
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Tuesday and Friday (serves first 25 in line)
30-day emergency shelter
4475 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville
HOUSING,
MORTGAGE, RENTAL & UTILITY ASSISTANCE
Ascension Social Concerns
321-259-5685
Helps those in need of assistance with rent and utilities. Located next to Ascension Thrift Store.
1238 Aurora Road, Melbourne
9 - 11 a.m. • Monday - Friday
Catholic Charities
321-636-6144 or 321-338-2986
Provides basic needs that include rent and utility financial assistance to families and individuals who experience a crisis and need financial assistance to remain in their home.
Community Action Agency
Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly (EHEAP) — 321-633-1951
If you are living in a household with at least one resident who is 60 or older, you could be eligible for energy bill
payment assistance. Utility categories eligible for heating or cooling bill assistance include electricity, natural gas, wood and propane.
400 S. Varr Ave., Cocoa
611 Singleton Ave., Titusville
2226 Sarno Road, Suite 107, Melbourne
Divine Mercy 321-452-5955
Serves Merritt Island area. Provides food to the needy and limited financial assistance to help on an emergency basis with rent, electricity, water and other necessary emergency assistance. divinemercychurch.org
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program 321-633-1951
Federally funded program that helps low-income households with their home energy bills. To qualify you must fall into one of these categories: Elderly — must be at least 60 years old. Disabled — must be receiving disability benefits from Social Security or employer/insurance disability benefits.
North/South Brevard Sharing Center
North Brevard 321-269-6555
South Brevard 321-727-8581
Offers assistance with rent and utilities for a final notice. It also helps with rent and utilities deposits.
Saint Vincent de Paul
Our Saviour Parish 321-799-3677
9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral residents only.
Emergency assistance only. Short-term food, limited supplemental FPL or rent for those with shutoff notice or eviction notice. Assists with medical or shelter referrals.
Oursaviourparish.org
Our Lady of Grace 321-725-6866
9 - 11:30 a.m. • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and third Saturday Provides food to the needy and limited financial assistance to help on an emergency basis with rent, electricity, water and other necessary emergency assistance.
Sharing Center of Central Brevard 321-631-0306
Offers case management and
financial assistance for utilities, rent and mortgage for clients at risk of homelessness. Sharingcenter.org
The Salvation Army, Melbourne 321-724-0494
Offers emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage, utilities and other basic needs.
The Salvation Army— 321-632-6060
North and Central Brevard Offers emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage, utilities and other basic needs.
PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE
AARP Pharmacy — 877-422-7718
Prescription discount program available to everyone.
Aarppharmacy.com
Ascension Social Concerns
321-259-5685
Helps those in need of assistance with medications.
ascensioncatholic.net/SocialConcerns
North and South Brevard
Sharing Center Assistance for emergency prescription medication.
North Brevard.....................321-269-6555 northbrevardcharities.org
South Brevard........................... 321-727-8581 mysbsc.org
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Divine Mercy 321-452-5955
Services for residents of Merritt Island
Provides assistance to those in need to help on an emergency basis with medical prescriptions. divinemercychurch.org/christianservice-outreach
TRANSPORTATION
Need a Ride Program
321-633-6011
Providing services and programs promoting independence for all people with disabilities. Transportation options are available.
571 Haverty Court, Suite A, Rockledge Rcdsfl.org
Space Coast Area Transit 321-633-1878
321transit.com
Senior TranServe 321-806-3787
Volunteer transportation service for homebound seniors in Brevard County. Must be 50 or older, ambulatory and able to enter and exit a vehicle without assistance. Senior TranServe provides rides to appointments, shopping and visiting. Requires registration. Agingmattersbrevard.org
Volunteers in Motion 321-635-7999
Provides transportation for individuals unable to use other Space Coast Area Transit services. 401 South Varr Ave., Cocoa 321Transit.com
Volunteer today— Training classes, state-of-the-art vehicles, gas and insurance, uniform shirts, and cell phones provided during volunteer hours.
The Sunflower House offers education, exercise and support programs for caregivers. Donated medical equipment and supplies are available.
Home safety:
The Senior Assistance Program provides environmental modifications to improve accessibility, safety and security for the home. Background-checked handymen will install grab bars, build access ramps and perform other safety-related services. The cost varies.
In-home care:
Licensed healthcare workers provide personal care, homemaking, respite care and case management. For an assessment, call 321-806-3802.
Meals on Wheels:
Trained volunteers deliver meals and offer a safety check. Call for an appointment.
RSVP:
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program: There are volunteer opportunities for people 55 and older throughout Brevard County. Training, orientation and
SENIORS AT LUNCH sites
supplemental insurance is offered.
Seniors at Lunch:
Bus transportation is provided to many locations throughout the county for adults, 60 and older, who gather for dining. Hot meals and activities are offered. Call to RSVP.
Transportation:
Senior TranServe provides transportation for medical appointments, grocery shopping and to visit relatives for seniors 55 and older. Seniors must be ambulatory and capable of entering and exiting a vehicle without help. A seven-day advance notice is required.
Vets Driving Vets:
Transportation is provided to the Veterans Administration Outpatient Clinic in Viera, other healthcare providers and other destinations. Veterans must be ambulatory and capable of entering and exiting a vehicle without help. A seven-day advance notice is required.
For information on these programs, call 321-639-8770 or visit agingmattersbrevard.org.
Seniors At Lunch is held at nutrition centers within the North, Central and South areas of Brevard County every weekday and provides hot meals and activities for seniors, who are 60 years and older. Participants will enjoy food, friendship and activities. Bus transportation provided to many participating centers.
NORTH:
Cuyler Park Community Center Annex
Meal reservations at all sites are needed by 12:30 p.m. the previous serving day.
Centers are open Monday through Friday, except where noted. Refer to each site’s information.
Bus service is available to most areas. It usually takes a few days to begin the bus pick-up service via SCAT.
For information on Seniors at Lunch, contact the program office at 321-639-8770.
321-410-9189 • 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
2329 Harry T. Moore Ave., Mims
Port St. John Community Center
321-410-9185 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
6650 Corto Road, Cocoa
Titusville Seniors at Lunch
321-410-9194 • 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
(St. James A.M.E. Church)
625 Dummitt Ave., Titusville
CENTRAL:
Cocoa West Community Center
321-410-9186 • 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
230 S. Burnett Ave., Cocoa
Joe Lee Smith Recreation Center
321-410-9199 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
415 Stone St., Cocoa
Westminster Asbury Arms (West)
321-410-9188 • 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
1430 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa
Westminster Asbury Arms (East) Community Room
321-410-9212 • 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
14200 Dixon Blvd., Cocoa
Woody Simpson Community Center
321-410-9187 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
1590 Schoolhouse St., Merritt Island
SOUTH:
Joseph N. Davis Community Center
321-410-9195 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
2547 Grant St., Melbourne
Boomer Model Susan Silvera
Palm Bay Center
The Captain’s House
321-410-9211 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
1300 Bianca Drive NE, Palm Bay
“I treasure time at the ocean on my boogie board.”
Sunflower House
321-410-9179 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
3125 Fell Road, West Melbourne
S. Mainland-Micco Community Center
321-410-9190 • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
3700 Allen Ave., Micco
Volunteer opportunities
Aging Matters, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
321-631-2749
The program matches adults age 55+ with volunteer opportunities throughout Brevard. agingmattersbrevard.org/services/retired-and-seniorvolunteer-program
American Veterans Empowering Team
321-373-7046
Help with events, community awareness and team projects. • AVET-project.org
American Cancer Society 800-227-2345
Drivers needed to drive cancer patients to and from treatments. For all volunteer opportunities, call 321-253-0361.
American Red Cross
321-890-1002, ext. 5638
Offers training for disasters.
Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation 321-253-4430
Share office skills or talents and hobbies during afternoon activities for clients. brevardalz.org
Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind 321-773-7222
Volunteer needs vary from program to program. baabhelpfortheblind.org
Brevard Humane Society 321-636-3343, ext. 207
Volunteers help at shelters, thrift shops and off-site events. • volunteer@brevardhumanesociety.org
Brevard Schools Foundation
321-633-1000, ext. 11756
Make a difference in the life of a child by giving one hour per week. • brevardschoolsfoundation.org
Central Brevard Sharing Center 321-631-0306
Help with program and operations support. sharingcenter.org
CITA Rescue Mission 321-725-5160
Volunteers needed for Thrift Store, sponsors for Christian AA participants, serving meals and meal prep. 2330 Johnny Ellison Drive, Melbourne 32901 citarescuemission.org/volunteer
Family Promise of Brevard 321-209-3391
Provides emergency shelter and meals to homeless families through a network of congregations and
volunteers while staff works intensively with the families to return to stable housing within 30 days.
114 1st St., Cocoa FamilyPromiseofBrevard.org
Florida Wildlife Hospital and Sanctuary 321-254-8843
Nursery volunteers needed to help with cleaning and food prep.
4560 N. Highway U.S. 1, Melbourne FloridaWildlifeHospital.org/volunteer
Friends of the Enchanted Forest 321-264-5192
Tour guides, shop assistants and researchers needed. FriendsoftheEnchantedForestInc.wildapricot.org/
Genesis House 321-723-3133
Provides shelter for homeless women with children, senior women, pregnant women and student mothers with children. Volunteers are needed for transportation, mentoring, tutoring and yard work. • genesishousefl.org
Guardian Ad Litem Office 321-690-6823
Volunteer to represent abused, abandoned and neglected children in court and in the community. Brevardfl.gov/Housingandhumanservices/guardianadlitem
Habitat for Humanity — Space Coast
321-728-4009 ext. 120
Whether swinging a hammer on the build site, launching an idea at a committee meeting or organizing ReStore donations, volunteers are critical to every part of the vision to ensure everyone in Brevard County has the opportunity for safe, affordable housing. spacecoasthabitat.org/volunteer
Harmony Farms 321-631-9433
Groom and exercise therapy horses, perform administrative tasks and participate in special events. HarmonyFarmsInc.com
Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens
321-254-9855
Help maintain the property garden or be an actor for the Murder Mystery Tour. • rossetterhousemuseum.org
Meals on Wheels 321-639-8770
Deliver meals to homebound seniors in Brevard daily. agingmattersbrevard.org/services/meals-on-wheels
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge 321-861-0668
Promote conservation and appreciation of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. • miwarefuge.org/
New Life Mission
321-480-9100, ext. 110
Help provide job training to homeless women with children, help with facilities, Kids academy and programming. newlife-mission.org/volunteer
Ombudsman 888-831-0404
Volunteers monitor nursing homes and assisted living. ombudsman.elderaffairs.org/
Riley’s Rescue 321-291-4030
Volunteers foster and help with animals. RileysRescueofBrevard.org
St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care
321-269-4240
No prior experience needed to be a Hospice volunteer, just a compassionate heart. All training is provided. 6905 N. Wickham Road, Suite 403, Melbourne 32940 1250-B Grumman Place, Titusville reflectionslsc.org/
South Brevard Sharing Center 321-727-8581
17 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne mysbsc.org
Special Olympics 352-243-9536
Volunteers needed to serve as coaches and sports volunteers.
1915 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont specialolympicsflorida.org/get-involved/volunteer
Volunteer opportunities in the food pantries, emergency services and as reading mentors. 1100 Rockledge Blvd., Suite 300, Rockledge uwbrevard.org
Volunteers in Motion 321-633-1878
Brevard County - Space Coast Transit
Offers transportation to locations such as medical facilities, pharmacies and grocery stores. Training classes, state-of-the-art vehicles, gas and insurance, uniforms shirts and cell phones provided during volunteering hours. 401 S. Varr Ave., Cocoa 32922
No prior experience needed to be a Hospice volunteer, just a compassionate heart. All training is provided. 8060 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera lhcgroup.com
ARCHERY
Brevard Archers 772-626-9292
Beginner and intermediate archery lessons offered.
Wickham Park
2500 Parkway Drive, Melbourne Brevardarchers.com
BILLIARDS
See Senior Centers ... pages 84, 85
BINGO
American Legion Post 1 321-269-9959
1281 N. U.S. 1, Titusville Facebook: ALATitusvilleUnit1
American Legion Post 16 321-259-7239
1795 N. Harbor City Blvd. Melbourne
American Legion Post 394 394 321–726-9777
396 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay al394.com
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 321-632-6333
5:15 p.m. • Thursday, Early bird 5135 N. U.S. 1, Cocoa blessedsacramentcocoa.org/ bingo.shtml
Church of Our Saviour 321-783-2330
Dates and times vary. Call for more information. 5301 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach oursavioursparish.org
Country Bingo — 321-725-3050 4450 Dixie Highway, Palm Bay cbingo.biz
Facebook: Brevard Scottish Country Dancers Melbourne
Space Coast Contra Dance
321-917-4529
7:30 p.m. • Second Saturday
7 p.m. • Beginner lesson
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Visit the website or call for a location. spacecoastcontra.org
Space Trackers Square Dance Club
321-255-4738
First, second, third and fourth Thursday every month.
(No dance on the fifth Thursday)
Merritt Island Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 155 Cone Rd. Merritt Island • spacetrackers.us
EXERCISE/FITNESS
Aquafit Water Aerobics
321-777-8910
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Indian Harbour Beach
Recreation Center
1233 Yacht Club Blvd.
Indian Harbour Beach
Senior Fitness — 321-868-1104
1 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Cocoa Beach Public Library
550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach brevard.org
Sit and Get Fit with Sticks
321-631-7549
Wednesdays • 1 - 2 p.m.
Noon - 1 p.m. • Fridays
Unique stick fitness class that combines hand eye coordination and rhythmic moves to music.
Instructor: Jeanette White. Martin Andersen Senior Center 1025 S. Florida Ave., Rockledge mandersenseniorcenter.org
Strength Balance & Stretch
321-952-3210
Schedule subject to change. Call for information on additional offerings. 10:15 a.m. • Monday
Nancy Higgs Park
500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach
FENCING
Fencing 321-433-4891 or 321-258-1054
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. • Monday
6 - 7 p.m. • Thursday
Viera Regional Community Center
2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera
FISHING
Fishing Club — 321-773-4647
1 p.m. • Third Thursday
Nicki’s Rainbow Grill
570 SR A1A, Satellite Beach 55plusclubofsb.com
HIKING/TRAILS
Florida Trail Association
877-HIKEFLA
Indian River Chapter covers Brevard and Indian River.
Floridatrail.org/our-chapters
HORSESHOES
Brevard County Horseshoe Club
321-632-2527
9 a.m. • Sunday and Wednesday Wickham Park, Melbourne
6 p.m. • Tuesday
Stradley Park, Cocoa brevardhc.mysite.com
MARTIAL ARTS
Aikido — 321-868-1226
6 p.m. • Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Nancy Hanson Recreation Complex
7300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral capecanaveral.gov/QualityofLife
Karate — 321-223-0600
6 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday
Nancy Hanson Recreation Complex
7300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral capecanaveral.gov/QualityofLife
Karate 321-433-4891 or 321-848-3197
5:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Thursday
10 a.m. • Saturday
Viera Regional Community Center
2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera vierakaratedojo.com
Tae Kwon Do
321-433-4891 or 321-396-1453
6:30 - 8:45 p.m. • Monday
6 - 8:15 p.m. • Tuesday
6 - 7 p.m. • Friday
Viera Regional Community Center
2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera vieramartialarts.com
MEDITATION
Mindful Mondays — 321-952-3210
Community meditation crystal sound bath.
11:15 a.m. & 4 p.m. • Monday Schedule subject to change. Call for information.
Nancy Higgs Park, 500 Old Florida Trail Melbourne Beach
PICKLEBALL
Pickleball — 321-433-4891
Four indoor courts.
Viera Regional Community Center
2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera
Pickleball — 321-255-4608
Three indoor courts.
Eau Gallie Civic Center 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne
Pickleball — 321-608-7490
Four indoor courts.
Wickham Park Community Center
2815 Leisure Way, Melbourne
Pickleball — 321-608-7445
12 outdoor asphalt courts.
Jimmy Moore Park
2810 Sarno Road, Melbourne
Pickleball — 321-952-3210
Four indoor and four outdoor courts.
Nancy Higgs Community Center
500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach
Pickleball — 321-608-7460
Three indoor courts.
Joseph N. Davis Community Center 2547 Grant St., Melbourne
Pickleball — 321-868-3252
One outdoor court.
Ramp Road Park 321 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach
Pickleball — 321-868-1226
Six outdoor courts.
Nancy Hanson Recreation Center
7300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral capecanaveral.gov/QualityofLife
SAILING
East Coast Sailing Association
Satellite Beach Civic Center
565 Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach ecsasail.com
Banana River Sail & Power Squadron
321-220-7775
Boating Club • abcsb.org
Titusville Sailing Club
Provides low-cost training classes and promotes sailing on the Indian River. One hour before sunset. sailtitusville.com
Heart and Soul Dragon Boat Club
Heart and Soul Dragon Boat Club is a team of athletes that includes breast cancer survivors and supporters. heartandsouldragonboating.org
SWIMMING
Space Coast Masters Swim Team
321-773-0552
7:30 - 8:30 a.m. • Saturday, Beginners 8:30 - 10 a.m. • Saturday, Advanced Gleason Park Pool
1233 Yacht Club Blvd.
Indian Harbour Beach
Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center
321-868-3240
7 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Activities, Sports & Games
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Saturday
4800 Tom Warriner Blvd., Cocoa Beach
Joe Lee Smith Park Pool
321-633-1874
3 - 8 p.m. • Monday - Friday
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Saturday
Closed Sunday
419 Washington Ave., Cocoa
McLarty Park Pool — 321-633-1870 790 Barton Blvd., Rockledge
Pineda Park Pool — 321-633-1874 1232 A Street, Cocoa
Fee Pool — 321-608-7444
Public and lap swim.
City of Melbourne residents
$1.50/child, $2.50/adult
Non-city of Melbourne residents
$2/child, $3/adult
114 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne
TABLE GAMES
Space Coast Table Tennis Club
563-340-2002
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • Sunday
City of Cocoa Beach Recreation Center
321 Ramp Road, Cocoa Beach
6:30 - 10 p.m. • Monday
6:30 - 10 p.m. • Wednesday
Brevard Veterans Memorial Center
400 Sykes Creek Blvd., Merritt Island
TAI CHI
Qi Gong/Tai Chi
Chinese healing art is a gentle form of exercise. Often described as meditation in motion, this mind-body practice is known to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, relieve pain, improve balance, promote flexibility and aid in relaxation.
Tai Chi/QiGong 321-474-5374
12:15 - 1:15 p.m. • Wednesday
Satellite Beach Civic Center 565 Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach
Tai Chi 321-720-4694
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Friday
Ryckman Park, 507 Ocean Ave.
Melbourne Beach
masterchungwang.com
TENNIS
Space Coast Tennis League
321-446-0797
The Space Coast Tennis League organizes divisions for Women’s and Mixed, including ages 18 and older, Senior Men and Senior Women (50+), Super Senior Men (65+) and the Legends (75+ males). spacecoasttennis.com
Brevard County Parks & Recreation
321-633-2046
Tennis facilities and lessons throughout Brevard. brevardfl.gov/ParksAndRecreation
Super Seniors — 321-608-7440
Fee Avenue Tennis Complex 1609 S. Babcock St., Melbourne
VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball — 321-433-4891
6 - 8:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Open gym
Viera Regional Community Center 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera
WATER AEROBICS
Aquafit Water Aerobics
321-777-8910
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. • Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Indian Harbour Beach
Recreation Center 1233 Yacht Club Blvd.
YOGA
Yoga — 321-783-6197
12 p.m. • Wednesday, Thursday 10:30 a.m. • Saturday Cape Canaveral Rec Department 7300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral capecanaveral.gov/QualityofLife
Yoga / Hatha — 321-773-6458
Balance body, mind and spirit with guided yoga postures, stretching and deep breathing.
Bring your own yoga mat and strap for stretching.
6:30 - 7:45 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday
Pelican Beach Clubhouse
495 N. A1A, Satellite Beach
Slow Flow — Yoga 321-868-1104
9:30 a.m. • Monday, Beginner/friendly
9:30 a.m. • Wednesday, Slow Flow Yoga
Cocoa Beach Public Library
550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach
Yoga Strength 321-952-3210
Schedule subject to change. Call for information on additional offerings.
10:15 a.m. • Wednesday, Friday
Nancy Higgs Park
500 Old Florida Trail, Melbourne Beach
ZUMBA
Zumba 321-783-6197 or 321-868-1226
9:15 a.m. & 6 p.m. • Monday
10 a.m. • Tuesday & Friday
10 a.m. & 6 p.m. • Wednesday
9 a.m. (lo-impact)
10:30 a.m. • Thursday
9 a.m. • Saturday
Cape Canaveral Rec Department
7300 N. Atlantic Ave., Cape Canaveral
Zumba — 321-608-7490
6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Monday and Wednesday
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. • Saturday
Wickham Park Community Center
2815 Leisure Way, Melbourne
Zumba — 321-773-0552
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. • Thursday
Indian Harbour Beach
Recreation Center
1233 Yacht Club Blvd.
Zumba Gold — 321-773-6458
9 - 10 a.m. • Tuesday
David R. Schechter Community Center
1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach
Zumba — 321-952-3210
9 - 10 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Times and classes may vary. Call for information on additional offerings.
Nancy Higgs Park
500 Old Florida Trail
Melbourne Beach
Boomer Models
BONNIE KING
THOMAS HIGHSMITH
Clubs, Groups & Meetings
Boomer Model THOMAS HIGHSMITH
Clubs, Groups & Meetings
AARP
AARP 1413 Satellite Beach
321-446-9358
Join us for food, fellowship, community resources, education and fun.
11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. • First Friday (May - September)
Gleason Park Recreation Center
1233 Yacht Club Blvd.
Indian Harbor Beach
Facebook: spacecoastaarp14133
AARP 2622 Palm Bay
Annual dues $20, attendance is $5 which includes lunch. Join us for fellowship, food, and fun.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fourth Monday in Jan and Feb.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Third Monday March to November.
2174 Harris Ave., Palm Bay aarpchapter2622@gmail.com
ALUMNI
FIT - Alumni Panther Connect 321-674-7190 • fit.edu/alumni/
Brevard County High School
Alumni Information
Focuses on finding lost classmates and planning class reunions. alumniclass.com
Space Coast Gator Club University of Florida Alumni Association 919-306-4196
A site to report a lost pet, found pet or search the reported listings. Free service.
Facebook: Lost and Found Pets of Brevard County, FL
Brevard Humane Society
321-636-3343
• Intake and adoption, ext. 201
• Spay/Neuter/Wellness Clinic, ext. 206
• Chapel and cremation, ext. 208 1020 Cox Road, Cocoa
— Merritt Island Adoption Center 155 Pioneer Road, Merritt Island
— Bed and Biscuit Pet Hotel
321-609-5257
Brevardhumanesociety.org
Coastal Boxer Rescue of Florida
866-281-8209
Needs volunteers, foster homes and donations for vet bills. Coastalboxers.org
Coastal Poodle Rescue
321-459-2652
Needs volunteers, foster homes and donations for vet bills. coastalpoodlerescue.org
Companion Animal Care of Brevard
321-750-2669
A nonprofit organization dedicated to finding and ensuring qualified and caring foster and adoptive homes for the companion pets of seniors experiencing aging and health-related challenges. companionanimalcarebcfl.org
Golden Retriever Rescue
Mid-Florida, Inc.
407-332-2840
Looking for fosters, adopters and volunteers. • grrmf.org
Humane Society of South Brevard
321-259-0601
The Humane Society of South Brevard is an independently run, nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter. Always looking for volunteers. Appointment only.
HOPE is an all-volunteer 501c3 charity that rescues cats, dogs and other furry creatures. It assists with low-cost spay and neuter and helping animals find forever homes. Opportunities for the public to interact with adoptable cats and kittens. Satellite Beach hopeforbrevard.com
Husky Haven of Florida
727-475-2195
Husky Haven of Florida serves the state of Florida by rescuing stray, surrendered and endangered Siberian Huskies and placing them in permanent homes while educating and supporting current and future owners.
huskyhavenfl.org
Labrador Rescue
877-522-7352
Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida is a 100 percent volunteer state-wide organization dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and placing Labrador
retrievers in loving, permanent homes. LRROF.org
Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary
321-725-8800
418 Ocean Ave.
Melbourne Beach marsparrots.org
Purrs and Whiskers Shelter
321-477-3086
A group dedicated to helping cats and kittens through rescue and fostering. • pawsfla.com
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA of Brevard) 321-567-3615
Shelters and finds homes for unwanted animals. Open daily. 6035 Sisson Road, Titusville spcabrevard.com
Space Coast Bunnies
321-626-2728
A nonprofit rescue to find homes for abandoned bunnies across Brevard. spacecoastbunnies.org
Small Dog Rescue by Sparticus Inc.
321-591-2662
All volunteer, foster, no-kill rescue group.
Smalldogsrescuebysparticus.org
Space Coast Feline Network
321-631-7729
SCFN is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the humane care and control of the homeless cat population with lowcost feline spay/neuter assistance. Volunteers and donations needed. Please leave a message. fixacatbrevard.com
Space Coast Kibble Kitchen
772-539-2417
Brevard County’s only pet food bank was established in 2010 to assist local families while reducing the number of animals being euthanized in local shelters.
Facebook: SpaceCoastKibbleKitchen
Suntree-Viera Pet Rescue
321-604-0951
Looking for fosters and adopters for all animal types, as well as volunteers and donations.
svpr.rescuegroups.org
Mid Florida Sheltie Rescue
407-719-1219
Group assists in rehabilitating, fostering and placing homeless Shetland Sheepdogs. midflsheltierescue.com
Touch of Grey Rescue
Dedicated to providing senior dogs hospice care, re-homing assistance, fostering, rehabilitative services and assisting special needs dogs in shelters and those left behind by their pet parents. Touchofgreyrescue.com
ANIMAL
LOW-COST SPAY NEUTER SERVICES
Brevard Spay Neuter Clinic
321-724-1141
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Thursday Offering high-quality/low-cost spay-neuter for dogs and cats. Feral community cats are welcome. 4430 Dixie Highway, Palm Bay brevardsnc.com
Brevard Humane Society
321-636-3343 ext. 206 1020 Cox Road, Cocoa — Intake and adoption center. — Low Cost Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic. brevardhumanesociety.org
Florida Aid to Animals
Provides affordable health care for pets. 321-242-9826
741 Creel St., Melbourne 321-676-7777
3585 Bayside Lakes Blvd., Palm Bay flaidtoanimals.org
ART LEAGUES
Brevard Cultural Alliance
321-690-6817
The professional organization representing the arts and cultural sector on Florida’s Space Coast. 513 N. Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne ArtsBrevard.org
Brevard Gourd Society
321-749-6962
9 a.m. - Noon • First Saturday Eau Gallie Library
1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne
Facebook: Brevard Gourd Society Artists
Brevard Watercolor Society
1 p.m. • Second Saturday
January, March, May, September and November
Wickham Park Community Center 2815 Leisure Way
Melbourne BrevardWatercolorSociety.org
Central Brevard Art Association
321-806-8065
A nonprofit group that promotes education, art shows and exposure in public places.
103 Barton Blvd., Rockledge cbaaartists.com
Florida Porcelain Artists
321-254-2047
Dedicated to preserving porcelain art, promoting the art of china painting and fired arts. floridaporcelainartists.com
Florida Space Coast Doll Club
Facebook: Florida Space Coast Doll Club dollshowusa.com
North Brevard Art League
321-383-7441
Workshops, art shows and classes for youth and adults throughout the year. Drawing, sewing, watercolor, acrylic and pottery.
6 p.m. • Third Wednesday (no meetings June - August) northbrevardartleague.com
Watercolor Classes
321-749-6962
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. • Tuesday
Limited space • $60 fee
Pelican Beach Clubhouse
1495 State Road A1A
Satellite Beach
BOOK CLUBS
— NORTH
Book Club
321-264-5080
1:30 p.m. • First Thursday
Mims-Scottsmoor Library
3615 Lionel Road Mims
Cook the Book Club
321-264-5080
6:30 p.m. • Third Thursday
Space is limited. Registration required.
Mims-Scottsmoor Library 3615 Lionel Road, Mims
Book Discussion Group
321-264-5026
6 p.m. • Fourth Monday
Titusville Public Library 2121 S. Hopkins Ave., Titusville
BookWorms Book Club
321-633-1867
6:30 p.m. • First Wednesday
Port St. John Public Library 6500 Carole Ave., Port St. John
Books of Merritt Club
321-455-1369
10 - 11 a.m. • Fourth Monday
Merritt Island Public Library 1195 N. Courtenay Parkway
— CENTRAL
Suntree/Viera Library Neighbors Book Club
321-255-4404
2 p.m. • Third Thursday 902 Jordan Blass Drive, Suntree
Books are Always Better
321-255-4404
6:30 p.m. • Third Monday
Suntree/Viera Library 902 Jordan Blass Drive, Viera
Book Club
321-751-6771
Sponsored by the Legacy Club, read thought-provoking literature and participate in lively discussions.
1 p.m. • Thursday
One Senior Place 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Oneseniorplace.com
— SOUTH
Wednesday Book Club
321-952-6317
11 a.m. • Third Wednesday
Franklin DeGroodt Library
475 Minton Road SW, Palm Bay
Fee Avenue Book Club
321-952-4514
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. • Second Tuesday (January - November)
Melbourne Library, 540 Fee Ave.
Clubs, Groups & Meetings
CAR CLUBS & SHOWS
Antique Automobile Club of Cape Canaveral
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in antique vehicles.
7 p.m. • First Monday, 6:30 p.m. Social First Baptist Church of Cocoa 215 Oak St., Cocoa AntiqueAutoClubCC.com
Bill Antonetz Car Shows
321-725-3648
Indialantic Dunkin Donuts Car Show
9 a.m. - Noon • Third Saturday 1220 N. State Road A1A, Indialantic
Bill Antonetz Car Shows
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. • First Sunday
299 E. Eau Gallie Blvd., Indialantic
Friendly’s Car Show
5 - 8 p.m.
• Second Thursday 1011 E. Eau Gallie Blvd.
Indian Harbour Beach
Dixie Cruisers Car Club & Car Shows
Club meetings, car shows and locations listed on website. dixiecruisers.wordpress.com
Space Coast Jeep Club Spacecoastjeepclub com
MG Car Club-Florida
321-757-0180
Membership is open to MG/British car enthusiasts.
Mgcarclubflorida.org
MOPARS of Brevard
321-258-7935
6 p.m. • Dinner
7 p.m. • Meeting Memaws Bar-B-Que 4916 Babcock St. NE, Palm Bay MoparsofBrevard.com
Space Coast Camaros
321-427-1598
Facebook: SpaceCoastCamaros
Space Coast Cars and Coffee Car Club
201-658-2004
Jose Rodriguez, founder Second Saturday spacecoastcarsncoffee.com
Space Coast Corvette Club
321-951-0128
Space Coast Mustang Club
A regional club of the Mustang Club of America.
7 p.m. • Second Tuesday Viera East Residents Club 1964 Golf Vista Blvd., Rockledge spacecoastmustang.com
COLLECTORS
Brevard Antiques and Collectibles
321-795-7363
Open to anyone having an interest in learning about antiques and collectibles. Free. The club does not give appraisals.
10 a.m. • Third Tuesday (October - May)
Eau Gallie Library 521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne
1:30 p.m. • First Friday (October - May)
Suntree/Viera Library
902 Jordan Blass Drive, Suntree
South Brevard Coin Club
6:30 p.m. • First Wednesday
David R. Schechter Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Drive Satellite Beach Southbrevardcoinclub.org
Free help with computers, tablets, cell phones and related devices.
12 - 3 p.m. • First and Third Saturday
Merritt Island Public Library 1195 N. Courtenay Parkway scpcug.com
MAC User Group Meeting
MacMAD is Brevard County’s Apple User Group, since 1984.
5:30 p.m. • Third Tuesday, meeting One Senior Place
8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera Macmad.org
CONTINUING EDUCATION
The Lifelong Scholar Society
321-674-6152
Florida Tech’s Lifelong Scholar Society is a community of curious minds who are passionate about sharing knowledge. Throughout the year, the society hosts a series of lectures, workshops and socials around the Space Coast. Topics range from historical writers and contemporary art to the Florida habitat, space exploration and more. fit.edu/giving/lifelong-scholarsociety/
Senior Adventures in LearningSAIL
321-626-0963
Safe, fun environment for seniors to exercise their minds, bodies and hearts. There are three terms each year (Winter, Spring and Fall). Programs are conducted two days a week and run for eight weeks. SailofMelbourne.org
FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
B.P.O.E. - Viera Elks #2817
321-504-3111
7 p.m. • First and third Thursday 5820 S. U.S. 1, Rockledge vieraelks.com
B.P.O.E. - Titusville Elks #2113 321-268-2113
7 p.m. • First and third Monday Live entertainment and dinners on Friday nights. 3450 Kilmarnoch Lane, Titusville titusville2113.com
B.P.O.E. - Cocoa Elks #1532 321-631-1434
First and third Monday 315 Florida Ave., Cocoa elks.org/lodges/home. cfm?LodgeNumber=1532
B.P.O.E. — Cocoa Beach Elks #2387
321-783-4705
Second Tuesday, except February, March and April
Then second & fourth Tuesday only. elks.org/lodges/home. cfm?lodgenumber=2387
B.P.O.E. - Merritt Island Elks #2650 321-452-2650
1520 N. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island linktr.ee/elks2650
Fraternal Order of Eagles #4249
321-951-3069
5:30 p.m. • Tuesday, Trustees
7 p.m. • First and third Tuesday, Aerie
7 p.m. • Second and fourth Sunday, Auxiliary 2570 Palm Bay Road, Palm Bay
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Indian River Lagoon Aerie #4527
321-327-3115
6 p.m. • First and third Monday, Aerie
6 p.m. • Second and fourth Monday, Auxiliary, 5170 U.S. 1, Grant
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Merritt Island Aerie 4257
321-452-4258
6 p.m. • First and third Wednesday, Aerie
6 p.m. • Second and fourth Wednesday, Auxiliary 1050 N. Courtenay Parkway Merritt Island Eagles4257.com
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Space Coast Aerie 3550
321-631-1631
413 Clearlake Road, Cocoa
Facebook: Eagles 3550
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Spaceport Aerie 3581
321-267-2430
7 p.m. • First and third Tuesday, Men
7 p.m. • Second and fourth Tuesday, Women 3510 South St., Titusville
11 a.m. • Second and fourth Saturday 1346 Malabar Road, Palm Bay Palmbaymoose.com
Moose Lodge 2367
321-779-5794
1815 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach Facebook: MooseLodge2367
FOUNDATIONS
Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation
The Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Foundation assists the 45th Space Wing in preserving, protecting and interpreting the lighthouse and its historical significance to the Florida Space Coast, State of Florida and the nation.
P.O. Box 1978, Cape Canaveral canaverallight.org
Lighthouse tours 321-307-2900 or go to canaverallighthouse.tours
GARDENING
Brevard Orchid Society 321-777-9837
7 p.m. • Second Monday Space Coast Association of Realtors 2950 Pineda Plaza Way, Palm Shores Thebcos.org
Brevard Tropical Fruit Club
6:30 p.m. • Fourth Wednesday Front Street Civic Center 2205 Front St., Melbourne brevardtropicalfruitclub.com
Cocoa-Rockledge Garden Club 321-631-4628
9:30 a.m. • Second Wednesday 1493 S. Fiske Blvd., Rockledge Cocoarockledgegardenclub.com
Indian Harbour Beach Garden Club
10 a.m. • Third Wednesday (September - May)
Gleason Park, Indian Harbour Beach Sbgca.org
Melbourne Garden Club 321-272-8973
10 a.m. • First Friday (September - May)
Eau Gallie Library, 1521 Pineapple Ave. Sbgca.org
Port Malabar Gardening Club 321-723-0930
9:30 a.m. • Second Friday (September - May)
Peace Lutheran Church 1801 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay Sbgca.org
Beach Gardeners of Melbourne Beach 321-345-3626
Providing basic information about maintaining landscapes in unusual beach-growing conditions.
6:30 p.m. • Third Tuesday (October - May)
Melbourne Beach Community Center 509 Ocean Drive, Melbourne Beach
GEMSTONES & MINERALS
Canaveral Mineral and Gem Society
Lapidary arts and classes, jewelry making
7 p.m. • First Wednesday Front Street Civic Center 2205 S. Front St., Melbourne Canaveral-mgs.com
Central Brevard Rock and Gem Club
321-799-8536 or 321-431-0159
Learn to cut beautiful gemstones and cabochons. Make creative jewelry from fused glass, silver wire wraps and bead work. Additional lapidary skills, silversmithing. Annual dues, $30. Club meetings open to the public.
6 - 8 p.m. • First Thursday (September - June)
Merritt Island Public Library 1195 N. Courtenay Parkway Centralbrevardgems.com
GENEALOGY & HISTORY
Brevard County Historical Commission
321-633-1794
Brevard County related historical and archival materials. Largest collection of genealogical records in the county. Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Public Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa brevardfl.gov/historicalcommission
Brevard Genealogical Society
Encouraging and educating family historians.
Clubs, Groups & Meetings
9:30 a.m. • Second Monday
Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Central Library, 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa flbgs.org
North Brevard Heritage Foundation 321-607-0203
Foundation promotes education and public awareness of North Brevard County history as well as promoting preservation of historically significant structures and sites. It currently operates the 1891 Pritchard House. House tours by appointment and several teas throughout the year. Pritchard House
424 S. Washington Ave., Titusville pritchardhouse.com
Genealogical Society of South Brevard
The Genealogical Society of South Brevard (GSSB) provides resources, programs and materials for family historians.
10 a.m. • Second Wednesday (except July and August)
Melbourne Public Library
540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne gssb.net
HERITAGE CLUBS
French and Canadian Heritage Society
9:45 a.m. • Third Monday (except July and August)
Melbourne Public Library
540 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne gssb.net
Italian American Club of South Brevard 321-242-8044
1471 Cypress Ave., Melbourne iac321.com
Daughters of the American Revolution
Cape Canaveral Chapter 321-652-0680
11 a.m. • First Tuesday (October - Dececmber, February - May)
Daughters of the American Revolution
Commodore John Barry Chapter 321-794-1953
10 a.m. • Second Saturday
Ascension Lutheran Church 1053 Pine Tree Drive Indian Harbour Beach commodorejohnbarrydar.com
Composed of 50 plus of the best wind players from across the state, the Central Florida Winds formed in 1999 to bring the diverse wind repertoire to the community. cfwinds.com
Community Band of Brevard
321-338-6210
The Community Band of Brevard exists to educate its members, entertain its audiences and to serve its community. communitybandofbrevard.com
Harbor City Harmonizers
321-345-7292
Men’s a cappella chorus, Melbourne Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Performs as a chorus and in quartets.
7 - 8:30 p.m. • Tuesday
Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy 5625 Holy Trinity Drive, Suntree Hcharmonizers.org
Indialantic Chamber Singers
321-426-0360
Indialantic Chamber Singers performs a variety of accompanist and a cappella works across a number of
music genres. All concerts are free. Performance location varies. indialanticchambersingers.org
Melbourne Chamber Music Society
321-213-5100
International Chamber Music Series. Tickets available online or at the door. $35 adults / $10 students
St. Mark’s United Methodist 2030 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic Melbournechambermusicsociety.org
Melbourne Community Orchestra
321-285-6724
MCO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free musical performances to the community. All musicians are volunteers and include current and past professionals as well as gifted amateurs and students with members 13 to 86 years. Under the baton of conductor Dr. Mark P. Nelson, the orchestra hosts seven concert series every season between September and June at the Melbourne Auditorium, with additional performances throughout the area. • mcorchestra.org
Melbourne Municipal Band
321-724-0555
The Melbourne Municipal Band’s (MMB) 80-plus musicians and auxiliary provides free concerts featuring music that spans classical to contemporary, big band to jazz, pops to patriotic and most everything in between. Low-cost Sock Hops with music from the 1950s through 1970s. melbournemunicipalband.org
New Horizons Band of Melbourne
347-497-0506
An education-based program that targets people who may not have played in a while as well as beginners. newhorizonsbandmelbourne.org
Platinum Show Chorus
321-693-2299
The Platinum Show Chorus was chartered in 1974 with Sweet Adelines International, a worldwide organization of more than 30,000
Clubs, Groups & Meetings
women singers who love to sing and perform in the barbershop style. platinumshowchorus.com
Rock the Silence
321-446-1802
A nonprofit organization bringing Christian music to the hearing and deaf. The group teaches sign language to residents and teachers. rockthesilence.net
South Guild of the Brevard Symphony Orchestra
321-242-2024
The South Guild is a fundraising and support group for the Brevard Symphony Orchestra. Membership is open year-round.
780 S. Apollo Blvd., Suite 218, Melbourne
Space Coast Flute Orchestra
Musicians who play a wide collection of flutes and perform in concerts. scfo.org
Space Coast Symphony Orchestra
855-252-7276
Concerts feature classics, pops, jazz, opera and film music. SpacecoastSymphony.org
Space Coast Jazz Society
321-960-4897
From timeless tunes to tomorrow’s talents, with a mission to preserve and promote live jazz on the Space Coast. • spacecoastjazzsociety.org
NATURE
CONSERVATION & BEAUTIFICATION
Friends of St. Sebastian River, Inc. 772-202-0501
Maintaining and improving the health and beauty of the St. Sebastian River. fssr.org
The Ulumay Wildlife Sanctuary 321-449-4720
This 1,200-acre conservation area is a popular birding destination on Merritt Island off Sykes Creek
Parkway. Hiking, kayaking and non-motorized mountain biking area is managed by the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands Program.
805 Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island
Friends of the Enchanted Forest 321-264-5192
Enchanted Forest Sanctuary 444 Columbia Blvd., Titusville friendsoftheenchantedforestinc. wildapricot.org
Keep Brevard Beautiful 321-631-0501
Develops, motivates, educates and activates community partners to reduce litter, recycle, beautify and sustain the environment for the benefit of Brevard County. Keepbrevardbeautiful.org
Marine Resources Council 321-725-7775
Maintains and enhances the quality of marine systems for economic, recreational, aesthetic and environmental use.
3275 Dixie Highway NE, Palm Bay lovetheirl.org
Merritt Island Wildlife Association 321-861-2377
Promoting conservation, awareness and appreciation of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Nature’s Treasures Gift Shop is located inside the Merritt Island NWR Visitor Center offering nature-themed apparel, gift items and collectible wildlife pins.
1987 Scrub Jay Way, Titusville miwarefuge.org
Pelican Island Preservation Society 772-202-0697
Supports and promotes the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and the National Wildlife Refuge System in their efforts to conserve habitat and wildlife. Volunteers needed. Firstrefuge.org
NEEDLEWORK/ QUILTING
American Needlepoint Guild
Space Coast Chapter
321-639-2021
9:45 a.m. • First Friday
St. David’s by-the-Sea Episcopal
600 S. 4th St., Cocoa Beach spacecoastchapter@needlepoint.org
American Sewing Guild
Titusville Space Coast Chapter
Its mission is advancing sewing as an art and life skill.
We are an active group of sewing enthusiasts who meet at various locations in Brevard and Volusia counties for educational, charitable and social-sewing related activities. asgspacecoast.org
Coastal Quilters
321-242-8964
Committed to sharing a passion for quilting for all ages.
9:30 a.m. • Third Saturday (except June & December)
First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall 2006 N. Hopkins Ave., Titusville Titusvillesunrise.com
SINGLES GROUPS
Trailblazers
The Trailblazers are a nonprofit, Adventurous club for singles that is accepting new members. The members provide safe, clean and fun social activities throughout the year. Trailblazers-club.com
SOCIAL CLUB & PROGRAMS
55+ Club of Satellite Beach 321-773-9257
1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach 55plusclubofsb.com Facebook: 55plusclubofsatellitebeach
Brevard Public Schools Legacy Club
321-633-1000
A free program created by Brevard Public Schools for members of the Brevard community 55 and older. Offers free or reduced admission to sporting and theater events at Brevard Public Schools. brevardschools.org/page/1296
Neighbors of Suntree
321-254-6500
Encourages membership among the residents of Suntree and surrounding areas. Welcomes people of all ages and interests. Annual events, activities and informative programs entertain the membership and support local charities. $30/per year membership neighborsofsuntree.org
The Club for Active Seniors
321-751-6771
Free educational seminars, support group meetings, professional presentations, and specialty instruction. 8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera
Prime Timers 321-269-1133
10:30 a.m. • Fourth Tuesday (September - May)
Temple Baptist Church 1400 N. Washington Ave. Titusville
STATE CLUBS
Connecticut Yankee Club 239-250-0152
Maine Connection 321-725-2237
New Jersey Club 732-616-2023
Second Thursday, call for location. $5/year. Picnics in April and October.
New York State Club
321-693-1856
The New York State Club meets on the third Tuesday monthly for lunches and presentations, except for June & July. All New York State friends and guests are welcome.
WILDLIFE CARE & NATURE WALKS
Florida Wildlife Hospital 321-254-8843
Ongoing need for donations of supplies, money and volunteers.
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Seven days a week
After hours drop 4:30 p.m. - 9 a.m. 4560 N. U.S. 1, Palm Shores Floridawildlifehospital.org
Friends of the Enchanted Forest 321-264-5192
The 470-acre magical sanctuary is perfect for hiking, recreational activities, bird watching and photography.
The Turtle Coast Sierra Club seeks out environmental issues within the region and develops strategies to resolve them through policy and education. Turtle walks, beach cleanup, gift shop.
111 S. Miramar Ave., Indialantic seaturtlespacecoast.org
WILD Florida Rescue
Emergency Line — 321-821-7881
Provides 24-hour safe and compassionate emergency first response service for wildlife in need of urgent medical attention.
WOMEN’S CLUBS
Alpha Delta Kappa of Florida International Honorary Sorority of Women Educators flalphadeltakappa.org
American Association of University Women
Melbourne Branch Various locations and times. melbourne-fl.aauw.net
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
321-723-2250
40 chapters in Brevard County meet in members’ homes.
Cocoa Beach Woman’s Club
321-652-1951
9:30 a.m. • First Thursday (September - May) cocoabeachwc.org
Community Woman’s Club
321-639-4193
10 a.m. • Second Tuesday, monthly (Sept. - May)
5 Rosa L. Jones Blvd., Cocoa communitywomansclub.com
GFWC Viera Woman’s Club, Inc.
Second Wednesday monthly Suntree Country Club 300 Country Club Drive
GFWCvierawomansclub.com
GFWC Space Coast Woman’s Club
Call to Order is at 10 a.m.
First Wednesday of the month (Sept.-May) The location is determined by the program. gfwcspacecoastwc.org/join
Melbourne Alumnae Panhellenic
For women who were college sorority members. • Facebook: Melbourne Alumnae Panhellenic
Women’s Club of Satellite Beach 321-773-9257
Second Monday.
Newcomers welcome.
Clubs, Groups & Meetings
1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach
Red Hat Society
The Red Hat Society is a worldwide membership society that encourages women in their quest to get the most out of life. redhatsociety.com
Brevard County Chapter of Hadassah
321-622-6454
Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, is a volunteer organization that inspires a passion for and commitment to the land, the people and the future of Israel.
WRITERS GROUPS
Brevard Authors Society
Brevard Authors aspire to achieve the highest level of literary creativity and craftsmanship in writing poetry, prose, drama, comedy, fiction and nonfiction for the benefit of their fellow man.
brevardauthorssociety.com
Palm Bay Writers
Speakers, critiques, workshops
2 - 4 p.m. • Second Saturday
West Melbourne Public Library palmbaywritersclub@gmail.com
Playwrights Workshop
321-960-6017
Helping local playwrights improve their craft through feedback at play readings and community productions. 10 a.m. - noon • Saturday
Cocoa Beach Library surfsodeplayhouse.com
Scribblers of Brevard
A place where writers meet to read and share encouragement, inspiration and advice with fellow writers.
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. • Second and fourth Saturday (except November and December) brevardscribblers.com
The Cape Canaveral Pen Women Dedicated to promoting the arts and
fostering creativity in the community. 11:30 a.m. • Second Wednesday (except June, July, August) Tuscany Grill canaveralpenwomen.org
Space Coast Poets
321-433-5753
4:30 - 6:30 p.m. • Second Monday
Eastern Florida State College 3865 N. Wickham Blvd., Melbourne
Space Coast Writers Guild
321-355-8806
Launching Writers to New Heights
12 - 2 p.m. • Third Saturday
Eau Gallie Public Library 1521 Pineapple Ave., Melbourne Dues are $40 per year.
Open to the public scwg.org bod@scwg.org
Brevard
Merritt
ADVOCACY
Aid & Attendance (A&A) Pension
866-584-7191
Helping wartime veterans and surviving spouses provide for needed assistance with daily activities. Veteranaid.org
Brevard County Veterans Service 321-633-2012
Assists veterans, families and survivors to obtain VA benefits. Services include assistance with filing VA claims for disability compensation, pension, survivor and burial benefits.
By appointment only, three locations:
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building B, Suite 102, Viera
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday 2575 N. Courtenay Pkwy., Suite 108 Merritt Island (Direct 321-635-6531)
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday Palm Bay City Hall, Room 229 120 Malabar Road, Palm Bay brevardfl.gov/HousingAnd HumanServices/VeteranServices
Brevard Veterans Memorial Center 321-453-1776, ext. 1
Military museum, library, memorial plaza and park.
400 S. Sykes Creek Pkwy. Merritt Island veteransmemorialcenter.org
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs 727-319-7440
Premier point of entry for Florida veterans to access earned services, benefits and support. A Florida Veterans Benefits Guide is available at floridavets.org.
AMERICAN LEGION
Serving veterans and active duty service members with guidance through military service and benefits, mentoring youth and sponsoring community programs.
American Legion Post 1 321-269-9959
American Legion Riders Chapter 1 1281 N. U.S. 1, Titusville floridalegion.org/findpost/easternarea/district-12/post1
2951 Hessey Ave. NE, Palm Bay Facebook: AmVets-Post-34-PalmBay-FL
AUXILIARY FLOTILLAS
United States Coast Guard
The Division is comprised of five Flotillas covering different areas of responsibility.
• Vessel safety checks
• Water safety classes
• Marine safety awareness, missions.
• Improve boating safety
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is an allvolunteer component of the United States Coast Guard, whose mission is to promote and educate people about America’s waterways. Volunteers are trained to Coast Guard standards. cgaux.org and uscga-district-7.org
Auxiliary Flotilla 17-02
321-749-2676
Southern flotilla operating out of Palm Bay. The patrol area starts at Pineda Causeway and extends south to ICW Marker 69 and includes the South Banana River to its end. Palm Bay Road at the railroad track. 1455 Main St. NE, Palm Bay a0701706.wow.uscgaux.info
Auxiliary Flotilla 17-06
321-989-4105
6 - 9 p.m. • Second Tuesday
Central Brevard Flotilla is based on Merritt Island. It operates in Port Canaveral from KARS Park and the Barge Canal to the Pineda Causeway on the Banana River and Indian River. Veterans Memorial Center
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway
Merritt Island
Contact Faron Petteys
Auxiliary Flotilla 17-09
321-383-9349
Northern flotilla operating out of Titusville. This flotilla patrols the Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River from Oak Hill (ICW marker 75) in the north to Cocoa in the south.
BENEFIT RESOURCES
Melbourne Vet Center
321-254-3410
Providing individual and group counseling for veterans, service members and their families; family counseling for military-related issues; bereavement (grief); military sexual trauma and referral; community outreach and education; substance abuse assessment and referral and employment referral.
Free resource service line provided 24/7 by the Department of Defense for active-duty, Guard and Reserve service members and their families. Militaryonesource.mil
Military/Veteran Assistance
321-890-1002, option 2 or call the Red Cross at 877-272-7337
Part of the American Red Cross with 24-hour emergency assistance. Serving military members, veterans and their families to prepare for, cope with and respond to the challenges of military service. Offers assistance to active and retired military personnel.
Redcross.org/military-families
National Resource Directory
DOD Safe Helpline 877- 995-5247
Searchable database of resources vetted for the use of service members, veterans, family members and caregivers. • NRD.gov
Pointman International Ministries
800-877-8387
Connecting hurting veterans, as well as their families and friends with others who have already begun the transition to home after war. Helping all veterans since 1984 with PTSD and personal and family problems. Call for meeting times and dates. Pmim.org
Social Security Administration
866-716-7667
National 1-800-772-1213
Medicare 800-633-4227
medicare.gov
In person by appointment only and express options. Phone/online help available.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Monday - Friday Federally administered program designed to help eligible participants with retirement benefits, survivors insurance, disability insurance, supplemental security insurance (SSI) and Medicare A & B insurance. 1715 W. NASA Blvd., Melbourne Ssa.gov
The 318-acre cemetery serves the burial needs of Veterans. 5525 U.S. Highway 1, Mims
Cape Canaveral Ladies 303-646-7304
Standing as a final witness for the nation’s veterans.
Veterans Memorial Center LaRue Fleming, Chairwoman 1735 Lakeside Drive
Titusville Capecanaveralladies.org
Jewish War Veterans
202-265-6280
1811 R St. NW, Washington, DC 20009 jwv@jwv.org
CHAPTERS/GROUPS
Brevard Veterans Council 321-453-1776
The BVC is a 501(c) 19 veterans’ organization. BVC’s mission is to work in conjunction with area veterans, local government and other veterans’ organizations to support and promote the interests and welfare of Brevard County veterans and their families. Brevard Veterans Memorial Center
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island
Brevard County Veterans Services 321-633-2012
To ensure personalized attention, appointments are required for all services. Walk-ins will be accommodated based on availability. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday Palm Bay City Hall 20 Malabar Road SE brevardfl.gov/HousingAndHuman Services/VeteranServices
Cape Canaveral Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAACC)
More than 1,100 members who are former or retired officers or warrant officers from all branches of military services. Contact moaacc.org to join. Meeting location: Indian River Colony Club, 1936 Freedom Drive, Viera moaacc.org
Fleet Reserve Association
678-689-7921
Branch 263 Cape Canaveral Retired, active duty or prior honorable service in the Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard.
6 p.m. • Second Wednesday Veterans Memorial Center
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island
General Daniel “Chappie” James Chapter 321-537-5002
Preserving the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and encouraging young people to participate in the aviation, aerospace and avionics industry. Drone training classes offered. A subsidiary chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.
P. O. Box 254001, Patrick SFB tuskegeeairmen.org and tai-cfl.org
Indian River Camp 47 Honor the memory of the Confederate soldiers and learn about Southern ancestors. csacamp47.org
Jewish War Veterans Brevard Post 639 Walter/Berlin JWV.org
Military Order of the Purple Heart 321-453-1776
Chapter 453 and Auxiliary Noon • Fourth Monday Veterans Memorial Center
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island purpleheartflorida.org
Navy League Cape Canaveral Council
321-794-4371
A civilian organization founded in 1902 that supports the four maritime forces, their members and their families through support, advocacy and education of the public. nlusccc.org
Rolling Thunder Florida Chapter 1 POW/MIA Mission is to Never Forget
2 p.m. • Fourth Sunday Veterans Memorial Center
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island rollingthunderflorida1.org
Space Coast Honor Flight
321-456-7031
Flying World War II, Korean War, Vietnam and critically ill veterans, free of charge, to visit the war memorials in Washington, D.C. Events take place at Wickham Park Senior Center 2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne P.O. Box 560975, Rockledge spacecoasthonorflight.org
U.S. Submarine Veterans
1 p.m. • Social hour, 2 p.m. • meeting First Saturday monthly DRS Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach snugharborbase.com
Vietnam and All Veterans of Brevard 321-690-0805
Since its founding in 1985, the
VVB has been actively engaged in veterans assistance activities and has established a reputation as a dynamic and purposeful organization. vietnamandallveteransofbrevard.com
Veterans Memorial Center
321-453-1776
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Monday - Saturday Noon - 4 p.m. • Sunday Museum, library, plaza and park. Admission is free. Donations are welcome. The 82-acre park is open from dawn to dusk year-round. It has a fishing pier, 5.5K of walking and hiking trails, three ponds and a canoe launch ramp with access to Sykes Creek. 400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island veteransmemorialcenter.org
CIVIL AIR PATROL
Established as the auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, CAP provides aerospace education, emergency services and cadet programs.
CAP Merritt Island Senior Squadron
7 p.m. • Second and fourth Tuesday Civil Air Patrol Building 900 Airport Road, Merritt Island Fl122.cap.gov
CAP Patrick Composite Squadron
321-426-7008
6:30 p.m. • Wednesday (Cadets)
6:30 p.m. • Second Thursday (Senior) Patrick South Housing Building 3650, Satellite Beach Fl293.cap.gov
CAP Ti-CO Composite Squadron 267
321-543-3385
rhonda.mcmillen@slwgeap.us Ti-Co Composite Squadron is one of several squadrons serving under the command of the Florida Wing Civil Air Patrol. As a composite squadron, the unit’s membership consists of both cadets (12 to 21 years old) and adult members (18 years and older).
Serving veterans and their families by providing professional assistance in obtaining military benefits.
DAV Chapter 32
321-259-4827
2265 N. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne davwebsites.dav.org/FL/32
DAV Chapter 109 & Auxiliary 321-269-0109
General meetings, Auxiliary Bingo 435 N. Singleton Ave., Titusville davwebsites.dav.org/FL/109 and dav109titusville.org
DAV Chapter 123
321-452-1774
8:30 a.m. - Noon • Monday - Friday Walk-in only
Veterans Memorial Center
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island
EMPLOYMENT
Homeless Veterans Community Employment Services 321-637-3788 or 877-4AID-VET (877-424-3838)
Helping to improve employment outcomes among homeless veterans by connecting them to job-related resources and career opportunities. 2900 Veterans Way, Viera va.gov/homeless HVCES.asp
211 Brevard County — Employment Support
211brevard.myresourcedirectory.com
Career Source Brevard 321-504-7600
Assistance with career needs.
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Friday
Helping veterans transitioning from military and military spouses find employment in Brevard.
— Rockledge Career Center
295 Barnes Blvd., Rockledge — Titusville Career Center
3880 S. Washington Ave., Suite 214, — Palm Bay Career Center 5275 Babcock St. NE
— Patrick Space Force Base Building 722 B
321-494-7469 (for spouses and families of active duty military) Careersourcebrevard.com/careercenters
Military & Family Readiness Center
321-494-5675
Provides local resources and assistance to base community family members (spouses and adult children) who are seeking employment or a transition into a new career. The program supports Patrick Space Force Base, the local Florida National Guard and reserve units and Military Family Readiness Center.
842 Falcon Ave., Building #722B, Patrick Space Force Base GoPatrickFL.com/military-familyreadiness.html
HEALTH SERVICES
Veterans Crisis Line
800-273-8255, option 1 or dial 988 then press 1 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
If you are a veteran and have thoughts of harming yourself, please call.
veteranscrisisline.net
Caregiver Support
855-260-3274
If you are caring for a veteran, the VA Caregiver Support Program offers training, educational resources and a variety of tools to help you succeed.
Medical and mental health services. Baker Act facility.
13800 Veterans Way, Orlando orlando.va.gov
Tampa VA Medical Center and James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital
813-972-2000 and 888-716-7787
VA Health Connect: 877-741-3400
Mental health care: 813-631-7100
Medical and mental health services. Baker Act facility.
13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa tampa.va.gov
Viera VA Outpatient Clinic
321-637-3788
VA health connect: 877-741-3400
VA Mental health care: 321-637-3788
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Medical and mental health services. Baker Act facility.
2900 Veterans Way, Viera va.gov/orlando-health-care/ locations/viera-va-clinic/
HOUSING ASSISTANCE
Housing for Homeless: Veterans Service Program
321-639-0166
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Supporting homeless veterans and their families by providing supportive housing and case management services by referral. hfhsh.org/veteran-services/
National Veterans Homeless Support, Inc.
321-208-7562
Working to prevent and eliminate homelessness among veterans in Central Florida. Signature programs include Search and Rescue Street Outreach, Post Traumatic Stress Awareness and transitional housing. Case management and financial assistance available to help homeless veterans to become housed and to prevent and stop evictions for low-income veterans.
1436 King St., Cocoa • nvhs.org
Veterans Affairs Loan Guarantee Program
877-827-3702
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans benefits assistance. Provides assistance for veterans with a delinquent VA mortgage. Provides Surviving Spouse Programs, VA home loans, Cash Out Refinance Loans, Interest Rate Reduction Loans, Native American Direct Loans and guidance on natural disasters. benefits.va.gov/homeloans/
Veterans Transitional Facility
321-409-8167
The purpose of the facility is to provide for the immediate needs of homeless veterans while permitting them to search for work and, once employed, to save enough money to acquire living quarters and transportation.
700 E. Fee Ave., Melbourne Day room: 321-953-8085 vietnamandallveteransofbrevard. com/transitional-housing.html
MEMORIALS/ MUSEUMS
Brevard Veterans Memorial Museum 321-453-1776
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Monday - Saturday Noon to 4 p.m. • Sunday
The museum collects, preserves and displays artifacts of the military history of the United States, with special emphasis on Brevard County veterans. The goal is to educate the community and inspire present and future generations with the military’s service and sacrifice.
400 S. Sykes Creek Parkway Merritt Island
Space View Park —
U.S. Spacewalk of Fame 321-633-2046
A 2.63-acre community river park open everyday dawn to dusk. Located on the shore of the Indian River in downtown Titusville, the park is landscaped with artistic sculptures. 8 Broad St., Titusville brevardfl.gov/ParksAndRecreation/ ParksByCity/ParksInTitusville/ SpaceView
Titusville Veterans Memorial
Fishing Pier at Space View Park
321-633-2046
A fishing pier, boat dock and a small dockside shelter inspire leisurely strolls to watch rocket launches and exercise.
Open daily: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visitors can experience restored classics and aircraft that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Some of the aircraft date back to the early days of human flight. Others are from key moments in world history like World War II. Volunteers preserve the warbirds to educate citizens about the importance of the men and women who flew them, maintained them and fought inside them.
6600 Tico Road
Titusville valiantaircommand.com
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
Seeking to improve the lives of foreign war veterans by providing veteran services, information and assistance. Call for meeting times and dates. vfw.org
VFW Post 4206 — 321-724-4121 3201 S. Dairy Road, Melbourne
VFW Post 4536 — 321-725-2999 4401 Dixie Highway NE, Palm Bay vfw4536.org
VFW Post 8191 — 321-254-9885 4130 N. Harbor City Blvd. Melbourne vfw8191.org
VFW Post 10131 — 321-783-8019
105 Long Point Road, Cape Canaveral Facebook: VFW Post 10131 Cape Canaveral, Fl
VFW Post 10148 — 321-613-3271
150 Minutemen Causeway Cocoa Beach vfw10148.org
Boomer Model
TERESA ALVAREZ RAELE
Living on the Space Coast Senior Living Tour
APARTMENT LIFE
NORTH BREVARD
The Lenox at Merritt Island ..................................... 844-545-0874
CENTRAL BREVARD
RISE Viera .................................................................
8353 Auterra Drive, Melbourne/Viera
321-988-1542
RISE Viera 55+ Active Living is a unique community with a mix of cottages and flats for lease. Our residents have close access to premier retail, fine dining, relaxation & entertainment. We took no shortcuts in crafting an environment that offers spaces for freedom and individuality, while also creating a vibrant, inclusive community in which residents can feel a sense of belonging. RISEViera.com
Shell Harbor Retirement Community 321-265-6858
Sonata East at Viera ...................................................... 321-878-8942
The Brennity at Melbourne .............................. 321-414-4837
7300 Watersong Lane, Viera
With our Independent and Assisted Living, and Memory Care programs, get the care you deserve in one friendly, welcoming community. BrennityMelbourne.com
SOUTH BREVARD
Discovery Village, Melbourne .................................. 321-600-4747
Glenbrooke At Palm Bay 321-956-3330
Parasol Melbourne Active Adult 55+ Living .. 321-294-5115
Parasol is a community for active adults 55+ seeking to right-size their current living standards with luxury amenities for enhanced enjoyment.
4881 Dairy Road, Melbourne parasolmelbourne.com
The Fountains of Melbourne 321-984-1494
RETIREMENT LIFE
It’s time to throw out the alarm clock. Walk the dog, pet the cat and head to the golf course or the gym.
NORTH BREVARD
Forest Lakes of Cocoa, Cocoa 321-631-7431
Great Outdoors RV Resort, Titusville.................. 321-269-5004
Island Lakes, Merritt Island........................................ 321-453-4600
Merritt Island Village, Merritt Island .................... 321-452-4684
Pinewood Village, Mims 321-332-3477
San Mateo Village, Titusville ................................... 321-264-2404
Swan Lake Estates, Titusville ..................................... 321-269-0991
Buena Vida Estates .............................................. 321-323-3203 2129 W. New Haven Ave., Melbourne Plan for your retirement today with the life care contract. Enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle that offers resort-style amenities with the protection that Brevard County’s only CCRC can provide. buenavidaestates.org Port Malabar Holiday Park, Palm Bay 321-724-2240 Homes of Ponce De Leon, Indialantic ................. 321-773-2828
Lakewood Village, Melbourne .................................. 855-536-1211
Lamplighter Village, Melbourne 321-254-0303 Orange Manor, Melbourne ......................................... 321-254-8631
Palm Bay Estates ............................................................... 321-723-3353
Quail Run, Melbourne 321-984-0786
The Lakes of Melbourne ............................................. 321-725-5500
The Waters, Melbourne Beach ..................................321-723-4139
Melbourne’s Premier 55+
Brevard is miles of PARADISE 72
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The Space Coast has an extensive medical community, with many providing services within the walls of carefree communities, with a plan for aging in place so you never have to relocate again.
Listing information changes from time to time. If you have a change or notice a wrong number, call us at 321-242-1235 and we will update it in our database and in our next issue.
For more copies of the Boomer Guide, call 321-242-1235.
HISTORIC TITUSVILLE
MAIN STREET KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
PINEDA CAUSEWAY
Patrick Space Force Base
Melbourne Orlando International Airport Palm Shores
Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
MICCO/ BAREFOOT BAY
Barefoot Bay Recreation District
Pelican Bay, Micco
Snug Harbor, Micco
772-664-3141
772-664-3138
772-663-5832
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Properties include HUD low-income housing and public housing offered by housing authorities for low-income housing needs. Also includes apartments supported by Low Income Housing Tax Credits having applicable program rent and income restrictions. This is not a complete list and is subject to change.
Trinity Towers South ...................................................... 321-723-8620
Southlake Towers, Palm Bay ....................................... 321-725-2386
ASSISTED LIVING
Licensed senior living communities providing 24-hour limited health care and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Also including meals, transportation and housekeeping.
NORTH BREVARD
Addington Place of Titusville 321-383-2112 Cedar Creek Assisted Living 321-454-7768 Crescent Wood, Titusville 321-383-6000 La Casa ALF & Memory Care, Merritt Island 321-449-8880
Alura Senior Living .............................................
777 Roy Wall Blvd., Rockledge
321-454-2363
321-340-6372
321-549-3980
Alura Senior Living is a luxury, resort-style, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Rockledge. Offering a variety of apartments, including a large studio, as well as one- and two-bedroom options. All our residents receive three meals a day, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation to medical appointments and outings, engaging activities, maintenance and utilities. From the welcoming dining areas to the tropical patios, even the most discerning future resident will be impressed. aluraseniorliving.com
The Brennity at Melbourne ..............................
7300 Watersong Lane, Viera
321-414-4837
With our Independent and Assisted Living and Memory Care programs, get the care you deserve in one friendly, welcoming community. BrennityMelbourne.com
Come home to Chateau Madeleine for resort-style senior living offering Supported Independent or Assisted Living nestled in the heart of Suntree. Enjoy a carefree lifestyle in a one- or two-bedroom apartment with housekeeping, laundry, utilities, wi-fi, maintenance, medication management and medical transportation included. Tempt your taste buds with chef-prepared meals, all-day dining and a full liquor bar. Explore a robust calendar of activities, entertainment and outings. Call to schedule a tour and discover the uniqueness of the Chateau Madeleine community. Suntreeseniorliving.com
Palm Cottages
321-633-1819
Sonata Viera ...................................................................... 321-603-3840
The Blake at Viera .......................................................... 321-499-6786
Brookdale, West Melbourne.................................... 321-953-6464
Brookshire, Melbourne
321-984-7966
Century Oaks, Melbourne ......................................... 321-722-4440
Discovery Village At Melbourne 321-600-4747
Glenbrooke at Palm Bay 321-956-3330
Grand Villa of Palm Bay................................................ 321-462-4233
Greenwood Place, Melbourne 321-255-5443
Harborside at Melbourne........................................... 321-725-0300
The Fountains of Melbourne
321-984-1494
Victoria Landing, Melbourne 321-622-6730
Volante of Melbourne ................................................ 321-294-6680
Zon Beachside, Indian Harbour Beach ............... 321-777-8840
Sponsored byThe Brennity
ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENTIAL CARE HOMES
Licensed assisted living residential care homes provide meals, personal care and help with daily living activities in a family-style environment, typically housing four to six residents.
NORTH BREVARD
Lilac House, Titusville 321-449-9639
Riverview Retirement Center, Titusville............... 321-383-2125
Space Coast Assisted Living, Titusville ..................321-383-3531
Southern Living, Titusville 321-225-4668
CENTRAL BREVARD
Banana River Villas, Merritt Island 321-454-9528
Buckingham Court ALF, Rockledge 321-208-8064
Carmita’s Care ALF, Rockledge .............................. 407-797-9008
Licensed housing facilities with trained staff, specific programming and facility design to accommodate the safety, well being, and daily needs of those with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
NORTH BREVARD
Addington Place of Titusville ................................... 321-340-3365
Sodalis, Merritt Island 321-454-2363
The Canopy at Hickory Creek.................................. 321-204-7725
Alura Senior Living ............................................. 321-549-3980
777 Roy Wall Blvd., Rockledge
Alura Senior Living is a luxury, resort-style, Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community located in Rockledge. Offering a variety of apartments, including a large studio, as well as one- and two-bedroom options. All of our residents receive three meals a day, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation to medical appointments and outings, engaging activities, maintenance and utilities. From the welcoming dining areas to the tropical patios, even the most discerning future resident will be impressed. aluraseniorliving.com
Come home to Chateau Madeleine for resort-style senior living providing Memory Care nestled in the heart of Suntree. Offering a supportive and safe environment tailored to residents’ individual needs in private studio apartments with spacious bathrooms. Suntreeseniorliving.com
East at Viera ........................................................ 321-341-8756
The Brennity at Melbourne .............................. 321-414-4837
7300 Watersong Lane, Viera
With our Independent and Assisted Living and Memory Care programs, get the care you deserve in one friendly, welcoming community. BrennityMelbourne.com
SOUTH BREVARD
Broookdale, West Melbourne .................................. 321-951-4455
Grand Villa Senior Resort 321-312-4555
Palm Bay Memory Care 321-574-6290 Victoria Landing ............................................................... 321-622-6730
Volante of Melbourne .................................................
Your Life of West Melbourne
321-405-1790
321-220-0295
SKILLED NURSING CARE &
REHABILITATION
Licensed in-patient facilities provide physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapy, as well as skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation.
NORTH BREVARD
Bedrock Rehab & Nursing Center at Vista Manor..............................................................
321-269-2200
Royal Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation 321-267-0060
Titusville Rehab and Nursing Center 321-269-5720
CENTRAL BREVARD
Space Coast Health and Rehab
321-453-0202
Rockledge Health and Rehabilitation .................. 321-632-6300
Solaris Healthcare ...........................................................321-454-4035
Sunrise Point Health & Rehab Center, Rockledge .......................................................................... 321-632-7341
The Terrace at Courtenay Springs ............................ 321-452-1233
Viera del Mar Health and Rehabilitation 321-775-6800
Viera Health & Rehabilitation Center.................... 321-752-1000
SOUTH BREVARD
Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center ....................
Aspire at Palm Bay
321-723-1235
321-722-0660
Atlantic Shores Rehabilitation Center 321-953-2219
Avante of Melbourne ..................................................... 321-723-3215
Bedrock Rehab & Nursing Center at Melbourne....................................................................
321-723-1321
Indian River Center 321-727-0990
Life Care Center of Melbourne 321-727-0984
Life Care Center of Palm Bay ...................................... 321-952-1818
Nursing & Rehab Center of Melbourne (NRC) 321-255-9200
Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital ..........................321-984-4600 affiliate of Encompass Health
West Melbourne Health and Rehab 321-725-7360
Senior Living Tour
Sponsored byThe Brennity
CCRC—CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
CCRCs provide access to a continuum of care independent, assisted, memory support and skilled nursing care through a life care contract. The care is typically located on the same campus allowing residents to age in place.
Buena Vida Estates...............................................
321-323-3203
2129 W. New Haven Ave., Melbourne Plan for your retirement today with the life care contract. Enjoy an unparalleled lifestyle that offers resort-style amenities with the protection that Brevard County’s only CCRC can provide. buenavidaestates.org
Boomer Models
ROBERT DALE
MICHELLE WEBB
ALZHEIMER’S/ DEMENTIA
Alzheimer’s Association
800-272-3900
Online support community alzconnected.org
Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation
Joe’s Club Adult Day Care
321-253-4430
• 4676 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne
• 7951 Ron Beatty Blvd., Micco 772-664-9996
• 830 South Park Ave., Titusville 321-268-9144 brevardalz.org
Lou Gehrig’s Disease/ALS Florida Chapter, ALS Resource Group
888-257-1717 ext. 109
Primary Location: 3242 Parkside Center Circle, Tampa alsafl.org
ALS Support Group/Brevard County 888-257-1717 ext. 109
2 p.m. • Third Tuesday, monthly Indian River Colony Club
At Ease Sport Club 1700 Old Glory Blvd., Viera
AMPUTEE
Space Coast Amputee Coalition
321-984-4600
Sea Pine Rehabilitation Hospital 101 E. Florida Ave., Melbourne
Parrish Healthcare’s Amputee Support Group of Titusville 321-268-6111
A safe and supportive environment
for individuals living with limb loss or limb difference as well as their family. Join them for resources, education, fellowship, refreshments and snacks.
3 - 4:30 p.m. • Tuesdays, monthly
Parrish Healthcare Center
Manatee Conference Room
5005 Port St. John Parkway
Port St. John
parrishhealthcare.com/ amputeesupport
ASSAULT & ABUSE SURVIVORS
Florida Sexual Assault Hotline 888-956-RAPE (7273)
Sexual Assault Victim Services (SAVS) 321-607-6809
Salvation Army Domestic Hotline 800-799-7233
Women’s Center, Certified Rape Crisis Center
24/7 Helpline 321-784-HELP (4357)
Provides information, advocacy and accompanies victim during a forensic exam at a Brevard County hospital after a sexual assault.
Injunction for Protection
An injunction is a court order against another person who has been physically violent with you and/or has placed you in fear of physical violence. The purpose is to require them to stay away from your home, your car, your place of employment and other places the court finds necessary. Injunctions can order the other person not to contact you by phone, in writing, by email or in person. Injunctions can include other relief that the court feels is appropriate.
Assistance filing an injunction: Serene Harbor, 321-726-8282
Women’s Center of Brevard 321-607-6809
Brevard Clerk of Court 321-637-5413
Branches
—Titusville: 400 South St.
Petition filing hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Monday - Friday
—Viera: 2825 Judge Fran Jamieson Way
Petition filing hours
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Friday
—Melbourne: 51 Nieman Ave.
Petition filing hours • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Salvation Army Domestic Hotline 800-799-7233
BEREAVEMENT/GRIEF
Loss, Grief & Bereavement Support Group 321-751-6771
10 a.m. • Second and fourth Thursday One Senior Place
8085 Spyglass Hill Road, Viera vitas.com
St. Francis Reflections
Lifestage Care 321-269-4240 1240 Grumman Place, Titusville
— Within the First Year
2:30 - 4 p.m. • Second and fourth Thursday — General Grief Support
2:30 - 4 p.m. • First and second Tuesday — General Grief Support
2 - 3:30 p.m. • First and third Wednesday
Suntree Towers
6905 N. Wickham Road, Suite 300 — General Grief Support
Second Wednesday • 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Sunflower House 3125 Fell Road, West Melbourne reflectionslsc.org
GriefShare and DivorceCare 321-255-7378
Both 13-week series, starting every January and August. Offering helpful ways of coping with grief or divorce. Call to register.
Suntree United Methodist Church 7400 N. Wickham Road, Suntree
Health First Grief and Loss Support Groups 321-434-1744
(Must call for group times)
Family and Friends Support
Shared Journeys: A Path to Health Sudden Loss Support & Suicide Grievers Support.
Hospice of Health First and Bright Star Center for Grieving Children and Families offer a variety of support groups for individuals grieving the loss of a loved one. These groups are free of charge for the community. 1131 W. New Haven Ave., Suite 102 West Melbourne hf.org/healthcare-home/patientsvisitors/join-support-group
Parrish Healthcare’s Fearless Cafe 321-268-6800
Senior Solutions office share casual discussion about advanced directives, power of attorney, wills, living wills and all of the often scary conversations about death and dying. Heritage Hall 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville parrishhealthcare.com/fearlesscafe
BRAIN INJURY
Brevard County Brain Injury Support Group 321-728-0258
6:30 p.m. • Last Thursday
Sea Pines Cafeteria, 101 E. Florida Ave. Melbourne
Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Program 850-245-4045
4050 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee brainandspinalcord.org/supportgroups-brain-injury-florida/ BSCIP.org
CANCER
Cancer Community Support Group 321-266-0564
The Space Next Door 126 N. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach compcancercare.org
Reach to Recovery-Support for Survivors & Caregivers 800-227-2345
American Cancer Society
Reach to Recovery helps individuals cope with breast cancer through oneon-one peer support. The program pairs a volunteer, specially trained breast cancer survivor with a recently diagnosed patient with similar issues. Call the 24/7 hotline. reach.cancer.org
Road to Recover-Transportation Service 800-227-2345
Provides ambulatory cancer patients with ground transportation to and from cancer-related medical appointments. Rides are dependent on volunteer driver availability. cancer.org
Cancer Support Group 321-266-0564
Monthly support group meetings, cancer survivor workshops and oneon-one support.
Cancer Care Center of Palm Bay 20 San Filippo Drive SE, Palm Pay
Cancer Care Center Support Group
Melbourne Library, 540 E. Fee Ave. Melbourne
Cancer and Survivor Support
Parrish Medical Center 321-268-6111 ext. 3544
Support group for cancer patients, cancer survivors and anyone touched by the disease. Enjoy refreshments and talk with others sharing similar situations and experiences.
4 - 5:30 p.m. • Third Wednesday Heritage Hall 931 N. Washington Ave.,Titusville parrishhealthcare.com/ CancerSupport
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 800-955-4572 LLS.org
CARDIAC
American Heart Association 1-800-242-8721
Connect with support groups in your area. supportnetwork.heart.org
Mendedhearts.org Chapter 244 2:30 p.m • Third Thursday, monthly Cardiac, Pulmonary and Vascular rehabilitation
Orlando Health 1010 Beverly Drive, Rockledge 321-636-2052
Stroke and Heart Survivors
Support Group
Parrish Medical Center321-268-6800
If you, or someone you care for, received a diagnosis or experienced a stroke or heart attack, our caring community is here for you.
2 to 4 p.m. • Third Tuesday Heritage Hall 931 N. Washington Ave. Titusville parrishhealthcare.com/ strokeandheartsupport
CAREGIVING
Coping with Caregiving 321-434-7625 Support for caregivers of loved ones
Support Groups
with memory impairment or any chronic illness. Call if you are planning to attend the group for the first time for information on how to join our support meetings.
Check calendar on website for Caregiver class days and times Health First Center for Family Caregivers 3661 S. Babcock St,, Melbourne hf.org/aging
Parrish Healthcare’s Caring for Caregivers Support 321-268-6800
Learn how to care for yourself while you care for your loved one. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.• Second and fourth Thursday Heritage Hall 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville parrishhealthcare.com/ caregiversupport
CO-DEPENDENT
CoDa — Co-Dependents
Anonymous 321-704-4034
First meeting will introduce The Twelve Steps, The Twelve Traditions, The Promises and more. These are the foundation of our program. You should find great comfort in them, one day at a time, as you walk the path of recovery from codependency. coda.org
• Tuesday and Thursday
Peace Lutheran (Call location for time) 1801 Port Malabar Blvd. NE, Palm Bay 6 p.m. • Wednesday
Rockledge Business Center 1535 Cogswell St. Unit C-19, Rockledge 1 p.m. • Thursday, Cocoa Beach Library 550 N. Brevard Ave., Cocoa Beach
COMPULSIVE GAMBLING
Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling 888-ADMIT-IT Call or Text (24-hour helpline) 888-236-4848
COPD SUPPORT
Better
Learn better ways to cope with conditions such as COPD, pulmonary
fibrosis, and asthma while getting the support of others in similar situations.
Led by a trained facilitator, these inperson adult support groups give you the tools you need to live the best quality of life you can.
10:30 a.m. • Third Tuesday
Health First Business Center 3300 S. Fiske Blvd. Conference Room A, Rockledge
DIABETES
American Diabetes Association 800-342-2383 diabetes.org
Diabetes Online Support Group thediabetessupportgroup.org
Free Diabetes Education program 321-268-6699
Parrish Medical Center Diabetes Education Program
Diabetes Support Group . 321-268-6699 Support group for anyone 18 years and older with diabetes.
3 - 4:30 p.m.• Second Monday Heritage Hall 931 N. Washington Ave., Titusville parrishhealthcare.com/ DiabetesSupport
DIVORCE
Divorce Care Groups 800-489-7778 divorcecare.org
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Florida Domestic Violence Hotline
800-500-1119
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233
Domestic Violence Victim Assistance 321-617-7510
State Attorney Victim Services 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building D, Viera
The Women’s Center
The Victim Service program provides basic needs and support services such as professional counseling, educational workshops, information and referral for women, men and children who are at risk.
womenscenter.net
1425 Aurora Road, Melbourne 321-242-3110
400 Julia St., Titusville, 321-607-6811
24/7 Domestic Violence
Hotline 321-607-6809
24/7 Rape Helpline, 321-784-4357
Salvation Army Domestic Hotline 321-631-2764
Text/Web chat services
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Text: 321-450-4325
Web chat: rc.chat/tsadvp
EATING DISORDERS
ANAD – Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders 888-375-7767
Nonprofit organization working in the areas of support, awareness, advocacy, referral, education and prevention of eating disorders. anad.org
EPILEPSY
Epilepsy Support 321-253-4112 epilepsyassociation.com
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) 800-532-7667 msaa.com
OSTEOPOROSIS
Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation bonehealthandosteoporosis.org
OSTOMY
South Brevard Ostomy Association, Inc. 321-254-3976
Small group of ostomates and nurses whose mission is to be of service to anyone who might need education, advice or to find a source for ostomy products.
Call for meeting times and location.
PARKINSON’S
Brevard Parkinson’s Alliance
Dedicated to connecting the community and providing information, resources and programs for those with Parkinson’s and those who support and care. brevardparkinsons.org
Brevard Parkinson’s Support Group 321-693-9246
Wednesday Advance Fitness 2176 Sarno Road
Melbourne
Brevard Parkinson’s Caregiver Group 321-693-9246
Fourth Thursday Advance Fitness, 2176 Sarno Road
Melbourne
Viera East Parkinson’s Support Group 321-345-1031
Third Wednesday
Christ Episcopal Church 190 Interlachen Road, Suntree
Parkinson’s Support Group of Central Brevard 321-338-7855
1 p.m. • Second Monday
Central Brevard Library 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa
Parkinson’s Care Partners Group 321-338-7855
Second Saturday
Central Brevard Library 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa
Palm Bay Parkinson’s Support Group 321-434-7625
Fourth Tuesday
Center for Family Caregivers 3661 S. Babcock St.
Melbourne
SCLERODERMA
National Scleroderma Foundation
800-722-HOPE (4673) scleroderma.org
SMOKING
Quit Your Way
407-716-6392
Cardiac, Pulmonary and Vascular Rehabilitation
Orlando Health
Melbourne
Tools to Quit Smoking Now 321-268-6800
Tobacco Free Florida offers support and tools to equip those that use tobacco with tools and services to quit. 5:30 -7:30 p.m. • Last Tuesday Parrish Medical Center 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville parrishhealthcare.com/quitsmoking
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Alcoholics Anonymous 321-724-2247
More than 100 Zoom meetings aaspacecoast.org
Al-Anon/Alateen 321-544-7943
For those troubled by someone else’s drinking. • spacecoastal-anon.org
Narcotics Anonymous 321-631-4357
Brevard County and Sebastian have 22 groups with 60 meetings per week. 24-hour helpline. spacecoastna org
Quest 180º 321-757-HOPE(4673)
Finding freedom from compulsive and destructive behaviors through the Faith Based 12-steps and their Biblical comparisons. There are also codependency groups and parent groups. Those attending are also dealing with issues related to drugs, alcohol, pornography/sexual purity and eating disorders. The small groups are for men and women in recovery as well as their loved ones — spouses or parents. Weekly meetings. Church at Viera
9005 N. Wickham Road, Viera Facebook: Quest180 Church At Viera quest180.org
STROKE
Stroke and Aneurysm Support Group
321-434-3533
5:30 - 7 p.m. • Third Wednesday
Holmes Regional Medical Center Auditorium
1350 Hickory St., Melbourne hf.org
Support Groups
Brevard County Stroke Support Group
321-806-4954
1 p.m. • Fourth Tuesday
Central Brevard Public Library 308 Forrest Ave., Cocoa
SUICIDE
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and Web chat 800-273 (Talk) 8255 suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
Suicide Hotline
2-1-1 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Brevard’s 2-1-1 offers helpful connections 24 hours a day.
Suicide Grievers Support Group
321-471-4574
Hospice of Health First
Call for address of locations
Melbourne • First and third Wednesday
Merritt Island • Second and fourth Wednesday
VISION/BLINDNESS
Brevard Association for Advancement of the Blind 321-773-7222
Classes for students, spouses and their caregivers on tips and techniques to aid them to be independent.
674 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach baabhelpfortheblind.org
SENIOR CENTERS
DRS 55+ CLUB
Senior
Club
David R. Schechter Community Center (DRS)
1089 S. Patrick Drive, Satellite Beach
321-773-6458 • 55plusclubofsb.com
ACTIVITIES
Bingo
Baking Group
Book Club
Bridge
BUNCO
Canasta
Cribbage
SENIOR CENTER
Indoor Walking Mahjongg Pinochle Rummikub Fishing Club
DANCING Line Dance
GREATER PALM BAY
SENIOR CENTER
1275 Culver Drive NE, Palm Bay
321-724-1338 • GPBSAC.org
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Memberships available at $40 annually
ARTS & CRAFTS
Art Class, Crafts
Knotty Habit — crochet
ACTIVITIES
Billiards, Bingo, Bocce
Bridge: Early bird
Bridge, BUNCO
Canasta, Hand & Foot
Cornhole Toss
Darts, Dominoes
Euchre
American Mah Jongg, Asian MahJongg
Line Dancing
Pickleball, Ping Pong
Poker, Scrabble
Shuffleboard, Woodshop Wii Bowling
EXERCISE Chair Yoga Pickleball
Bone
Golf
Please call to confirm
schedules and fees.
FREEDOM 7
Senior Center
5000 Tom Warriner Blvd., Cocoa Beach
321-783-9505 • Freedom7seniors.org
Memberships available, $25 single, $40 couple for a year.
ACTIVITIES
Bingo Euchre
Mahjongg Pinochle
EXERCISE
Chair Yoga
Happy Feet
Let’s Dance
Mat Yoga Gentle Stretch
Move It!
Strength and Balance
Zumba Gold
WICKHAM PARK
SENIOR CENTER
2785 Leisure Way, Melbourne
321-255-4494 • bcwpsc.org
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
ARTS & CRAFTS
Colored Pencil Art
Oil Painting Class
Senior Stitchers
Fused Glass Workshops
ACTIVITIES
Bingo, Bridge/Duplicate
Bridge
BUNCO, Cornhole Toss
Euchre, Hand & Foot
Mah Jongg/ American Mah Jongg/Chinese Pinochle, Rummikub
Poker/Friendly,
Poker/Dealer’s Choice
Pool/Billiards/8 Ball
Shuffleboard
DANCE
Line Dancing/Beginners
Social Tango
EXERCISE CLASSES
Bones and Balance
Jazzercise LO
Strength & Flexibility
QiGong, Tai Chi
Yoga/Chair
MARTIN ANDERSEN
ARTS, CRAFTS
• mandersenseniorcenter.org
Belly Dance
Quilters & Sewing
Art & Painting
Busy Fingers Crafts
Watercolors
CARDS & GAMES
Party Bridge
Canasta, Pinochle
Mahjongg
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
Spanish/Beginners
Spanish/Conversational
Writing Group
TOPS Weight Loss Group
DANCE
Ballroom Dance
Intermediate Tap
Line Dancing
Tribal Style Belly Dance
EXERCISE CLASSES
Bone Builders
Chair Stretch and Balance
Morning Stretch & Exercise
Sit and Get Fit
Tai Chi, Yoga/Gentle
Sit & Get Fit
Zumba
MUSIC
Choral Group
Concert/Jazz Band
Karaoke
ACTIVITIES
Bingo
Bridge/ACBL Duplicate
Bridge/Darling Damsels
Bridge/Lessons
Bridge/Party
Bunco
Cribbage
Euchre
Hand & Foot
Karaoke
Mexican Train Dominoes
Pinochle
Poker
Rummy
CRAFTS/ART
Hooks & Needles Knitting
Hurricane Rug Hooking
DANCING
Line Dance Class/ Beginners
Line Dance Class/ Intermediate
Line Dance Social Tap & Jazz
Beginning Ballet/ Lyrical
EXERCISE
Muscle Memory
Golden Hearts Senior Fitness
Strength, Balance
Tai Chi
Yoga
Zumba Core & More
SUNFLOWER HOUSE
RESOURCE
Agingmattersbrevard.org/services/sunflower-house
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Closed weekends, holidays
See our calendar for monthly educational presentations. Call to confirm class schedules and fees.
SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
ACTIVITIES
Sunflower Ladies Sewing Group
Mahjongg
Weekly Afternoon Movie
BLUE PAGES
GOVERNMENT LISTINGS
BREVARD COUNTY GOVERNMENT
brevardfl.gov
CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS
Officers are elected county-wide in November. Terms begin the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January after the election. Four-year term.
SHERIFF
Salary $256,853 • Term 2025-2029
Sheriff Wayne Ivey (R)
700 S. Park Ave., Titusville Administration 321-264-5201 brevardsheriff.com admin@bcso.us
CLERK OF COURTS
Salary $190,287 • Term 2025-2029
Rachel M. Sadoff (R)
400 South St., Titusville Administration .................... 321-637-5413 brevardclerk.us
Rachel.sadoff@brevardclerk.us
PROPERTY APPRAISER
Salary $190,287 • Term 2025-2029
Dana Blickley (R)
400 South St., Titusville Administration 321-264-6700 bcpao.us • appraiser@bcpao.us Titusville ............................. 321-264-6700 Viera 321-690-6880 Melbourne.......................... 321-255-4440 Palm Bay ............................... 321-952-4574
TAX COLLECTOR
Salary $217,794 • Term 2025-2029
Lisa Cullen (R) 400 South St., Titusville Administration 321-264-6969 brevardtaxcollector.com lisa.cullen@brevardtaxcollector.com
Real Estate taxes, auto tags, boats, hunting & fishing, driver licenses, business tax renewals, concealed weapons license applications, TSA-PreChecks
450 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Real Estate Taxes, auto tags, boars, hunting & fishing, driver licenses, business tac renewals, birth certificates, HAZMAT services.
1515 Sarno, Melbourne
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Friday
Real Estate taxes, auto tags, boats, hunting & fishing, driver licenses, business tax renewals, birth certificates
SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
Salary $190,287 • Term 2025-2029
Tim Bobanic (R)
525 N. John Rodes Blvd.
Melbourne Administration 321-290-8683
votebrevard.com
soe@votebrevard.com
BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
Brevardfl.gov/CountyCommission
Commissioners elected in November
SOURCE: VOTE BREVARD
by voters residing in the same district. Terms begin the second Tuesday after the election.
Salary $68,339.40 • Four-year term
District 1 — Katie Delaney (R) Term: 2024-2028
7101 S. U.S. 1, Titusville
321-607-6901
D1.Commissioner@brevardfl.gov
District 2 — Tom Goodson (R) Term: 2022-2026
2575 N. Courtenay Parkway, Suite 200 Merritt Island
321-454-6601
D2.Commissioner@brevardfl.gov
District 3 — Kim Adkinson (R) Term: 2024-2028
1311 E. New Haven Ave., Melbourne 321-633-2075
D3.Commissioner@brevardfl.gov
District 4 — Rob Feltner (R) Term: 2022-2026
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building C, Suite 214, Viera 321-633-2044
D4.Commissioner@brevardfl.gov
District 5 — Thad Altman (R) Term: 2024-2028
150 5th Ave., Indialantic 321-253-6611
D5.Commissioner@brevardfl.gov
COUNTY MANAGER
Frank Abbate, Appointed
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Bldg. C, Viera 321-633-2001
frank.abbate@brevardfl.gov
BREVARD GOVERNMENT SERVICE
Complexes: 321-633-2000
Viera
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera Central 2575 Courtenay Pkwy., Merritt Island North
400 South St., Titusville South
1515 Sarno Road, Melbourne
450 Cogan Drive SE, Palm Bay
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
School Board elected in November
with non-partisan members elected by voters residing in the same, singlemember district. Terms begin the second Tuesday after the election.
Salary $52,267 • Four-year term
District 1 — Megan Wright Term: 2022-2026
321-429-1753
wright.megan@brevardschools.org
District 2 — Gene Trent Term: 2022-2026
321-429-1733
trent.gene@brevardschools.org
District 3 — John Thomas Term: 2024-2028
321-987-7961
thomas.john@brevardschools.org
District 4 — Matt Susin Term: 2024-2028
321-684-9735
susin.matthew@brevardschools.org
District 5 — Katye Campbell Term: 2022-2026
321-271-9946
campbell.katye@brevardschools.org
BREVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School Board Members’ District Office 321-633-1000, ext. 402 School Board District Office customer service: 321-633-1000, ext. 11500
2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera brevardschools.org
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Mark Rendell
2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera
321-633-1000
Rendell.Mark@brevardschools.org
CANAVERAL PORT AUTHORITY
Canaveral Port Authority Members elected at-large within the Port District. Terms begin at the first scheduled commission meeting after the general election.
PORT AUTHORITY COMMISSIONERS
Salary: $10,443.96 • Term: Four years 445 Challenger Road, Suite 301 Cape Canaveral
321-783-7831
Portcanaveral.com
District 1 — Jerry W. Allender (R) Term: 2023-2027
jallender@portcanaveral.com
District 2 — Micah Lloyd (R) Term: 2023-2029
mloyd@portcanaveral.com
District 3 — Fritz VanVolkenburgh (R) Term: 2025 -2027
fvanvolkenburgh@portcanaveral. com
District 4 — Kevin Markey (R) Term: 2025-2029
kmarkey@portcanaveral.com
District 5 — Wayne Justice (R) Term: 2023-2027
wjustice@portcanaveral.com
Chief Executive Officer
Captain John Murray, appointed 321-783-7831
BREVARD COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Soil and Water Conservation District members elected at-large countywide. Terms begin first Tuesday after the first Monday in January after the election.
District Office – District Conservationist Agriculture Center 3695 Lake Drive, Cocoa 321-633-1702
brevardsoilandwater.org
District Supervisors Term: Four years
Group 1
Brian Andrew Fleming .......... 2023-2027
Group 2
Bill Kempfer ............................. 2024-2027
Group 3
James Hay Fletcher 2023-2027
Group 4
Chris McMasters 2025-2029
Group 5
Joseph “Bud” Crisafulli 2025-2029
MUNICIPALITIES
Cape Canaveral — Population 10,049 321-868-1220
P.O. Box 326, 100 Polk Ave.
Mayor: Wes Morrison w.morrison@capecanaveral.org
Mayor Pro Tem: Mickie Kellum m.kellum@capecanaveral.org
Council Members: Kim Davis, Don Willis Kay Jackson
Council meets the Third Tuesday, 6 p.m. Council Chambers, City Hall
City Manager: John DeLeo
Clerk: Esther Coulson
Cityofcapecanaveral.org info@capecanaveral.org
Cocoa — Population 19,930 321-433-8800
65 Stone St., Cocoa
Mayor: Michael C. Blake
Deputy Mayor: Patricia Weeks
Council: Alex Goins, Lorraine Koss, Lavander Hearn
Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m. City Hall
Council: Brett Miller, John Brady, Doug Wright, Carrie Foy
Council meets Wednesday after the first Thursday, 7 p.m., Town Hall
Town Manager: Michael Casey
Clerk: Mollie Carr
townhall@indialantic.com
Indialantic.com
Indian Harbour Beach — Population 9,020 321-773-3181
2055 S. Patrick Drive
Indian Harbour Beach, FL 32937
Mayor: Scott Nickle
Deputy Mayor: Frank Guertin
Council: Susan Ruimy, Adam Dyer
Council meets second and fourth
Tuesday, 7 p.m. at City Hall
City Manager: John W. Coffey
Clerk: Sue Frank sfrank@indianharbour.org Indianharbourbeach.org
Malabar — Population 3,173
321-727-7764
2725 Malabar Road, Malabar
Mayor: Steve Rivet
Council: Julane Kikla, Jim Clevenger, David Scardino, Marisa Acquaviva, Mary Hofmeister
Council meets the first and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. at City Hall
Town Manager: Lisa Morrell
Clerk: Richard W. Kohler
Townofmalabar.org
Melbourne — Population 85,556 321-608-7000
900 E. Strawbridge Ave., Melbourne, Mayor: Paul Alfrey
Vice Mayor: David Neuman
Council: Marcus Smith, Mark LaRusso, David Neuman, Rachael Bassett, Mimi
Hanley, Julie Kennedy
Council meets: the second and fourth Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall
City Manager: Jenni Lamb cityhall@mlbfl.org
Clerk: Kevin McKeown Melbourneflorida.org
Melbourne Beach — Population 3,295 321-724-5860
507 Ocean Ave., Melbourne Beach
Mayor: Alison Dennington
Vice Mayor: Dawn Barlow Commission: Robert Baldwin, Anna Butler, Tim Reed
Commission meets the third Wednesday, 6 p.m. at the Community Center
Town Manager: Elizabeth Mascaro Clerk: Amber Brown townclerk@melbournebeachfl.org Melbournebeach.org
Melbourne Village — Population 686 321-723-8300
555 Hammock Road, Melbourne
Village
Mayor: Sue Ditty
Vice Mayor: Bridget Foster
Commission: Fred Anderson, Norton Muzzone, Betty Jo Yorio, Scott Perrine, Valerie Calenda
Commission meets the fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. at the Town Office
Clerk: Heather Roberts deputyclerk@melburnevillage.org Melbournevillage.org
Palm Bay — Population 140,700
321-952-3400
120 Malabar Road SE, Palm Bay
Mayor: Rob Medina
Deputy Mayor: Mike Jaffe
Council: Mike Hammer, Kenny
Johnson, Chandler Langevin
Council meets the first and third Thursday, 6 p.m. at City Hall
City Manager: Suzanne Sherman
Clerk: Terese Jones
citycouncil@palmbayflorida.org Palmbayflorida.org
Palm Shores — Population 1,221
321-242-4555
5030 Paul Hurtt Lane, Palm Shores
Mayor: Chase Chamblisss
Vice-Mayor: Sharon Secord
Council: Paul Bonville, Frank Falcone, Barbara Mattewson
Council meets the fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Town Hall
Clerk: Patricia Burke
Townofpalmshores.org
Rockledge — Population 30,034 321-221-7540 or 321-604-3017
1600 Huntington Lane, Rockledge
Mayor: Thomas J. Price
Deputy Mayor: Frank Forester
Council: Michael A. Cadore Sr., Shaun Ferguson, Sammie Brown
Martin, Duane A. Daski, Tara Connor
Council meets the first and/or third Wednesday, 6 p.m. at City Hall
City Manager: Brenda Fettrow Clerk: Jennifer LeVasseur jlvasseur@cityofrockledge.org
Cityofrockledge.org
Satellite Beach — Population 11,379 321-773-4407
565 Cassia Blvd., Satellite Beach
Mayor: Steven L. Osmer
Vice-Mayor: Mark Boyd
Council: Mark Boyd, Mike Chase, Jodi Rozycki, Stephen Sams
Council meets the first and third Wednesday, 6 p.m. at City Hall
City Manager: Brittany Retherford Clerk: Gwen Peirce
gpeirce@satellitebeach.org
Satellitebeachfl.org
Titusville — Population 49,967
321-383-5775
P.O. Box 2806
558 S. Washington Ave., Titusville
Mayor: Andrew Connors
Vice-Mayor: Herman Cole
Council: Megan Moscoso, Dr. Sarah Stoeckel, Jo Lynn Nelson
Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall
City Manager: Scott Larese Clerk: Wanda Wells wanda.wells@titusville.com Titusville.org
West Melbourne — Population 29,999 321-727-7700
2240 Minton Road, West Melbourne
Mayor: Andrea Young
Deputy Mayor: Pat Bentley Council: Stephen Phrampus, Diana Adams, Helen Voltz, Austin Gaylord, Alexis McGuire
Council meets the First and third Tuesday, 6 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Complex
City Manager: Tim Rhode Clerk: Meighan Alexander info@westmelbourne.org
Westmelbourne.org
IN THE COURTS
Judges are non-partisan. Florida Supreme Court and District Court of Appeals judges appointed by the Governor for one term and subject to votes of retention thereafter. Circuit and County Court judges elected in Primary Election or in run-offs held in General Election. Terms begin on the first Tuesday after the first Monday of January after the election. Flcourts.org
FLORIDA SUPREME COURT
500 S. Duval St., Tallahassee, FL 32399 SupremeCourt.org
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building E, Viera pdo@pd18.com
FLORIDA COURT
SYSTEM
State Supreme Court is the highest state court. Appellate Judges and Supreme Court Justices are appointed by the governor from nominations
Screened by the Judicial Nominating Committee; thereafter, they stand for retention. Court funding is provided by the state Sixth District Courts of Appeal: Brevard is in the 5th District County and Circuit Courts are trial courts.
Circuit Court sessions are held in Melbourne, Viera, Titusville and Sanford.
BREVARD & SEMINOLE
CIRCUIT COURT
Judicial Circuit Courts hear Family
cases, marriage dissolution, child custody and support Juvenile dependency and delinquency cases
Felony cases.
Probate and guardianship cases
Civil cases in which the amount is greater than $30,000
Appeals from County Court
VOTER REGISTRATION FACTS
How to register to vote.
To register, the Florida Voter Registration Application Form must be completed. This form, which is also used to notify the Elections Office of a change in your name, address, party affiliation or to update a signature, can be found online and at locations listed below, or you may request that an application be mailed. Registration or changes must be received by the Elections Office at least 29 days before an election. After the application is received, a Voter Information Card that includes your precinct number and voting districts will be mailed.
Who can register to vote?
In order to be eligible to register to vote in Brevard County, applicants must be:
• A United States citizen
• A Brevard County resident 18 years old by Election Day (pre-registration permitted at 16)
• Not currently judged mentally incapacitated
• Not currently convicted of a felony without your rights restored Register at Election Offices and other locations found at: votebrevard.com
SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
ADMINISTRATION OFFICES
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Monday - Friday
• North Government Center
400 South St., Titusville, 321-264-6740
• Viera Government Center
2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Building C, Level 1, 321-633-2124
• South Brevard Complex 1515 Sarno Road, Melbourne
321-255-4455
• Palm Bay Office
450 Cogan Drive SE 321-952-6328
VOTING MAIL/ABSENTEE BALLOT
Any registered voter may vote by mail. Mail/Absentee ballot requests
may be in person, by regular mail, e-mail or by phone to the Supervisor of Elections.
All requests must be received no later than 5 p.m. the sixth day before the election, and ballots must be received at the Election Office by 7 p.m. on Election Day to be eligible to be counted. A new vote by mail ballot must be requested for each General Election cycle.
EARLY VOTING
Prior to election day, early voting for federal or state races is available at all Supervisor of Elections offices and, at the Supervisor’s discretion, at certain other locations, beginning 10 days before Election Day and running through the third day before the election. Additional early voting may be offered at the Supervisor’s discretion on the 15th through 11th days and on the second day before the election. Identification requirements for early voting are the same as for voting on Election Day. Florida law requires each voter to present an unexpired form of identification containing the voter’s name and photograph. If the identification does not also contain the voter’s signature, additional identification containing that signature is required.
REFERENDUMS
A referendum may be called at any time on any issue that requires a vote of the people. All voters may vote regardless of party affiliation.
POLITICAL PARTY AFFILIATION
Florida is a closed primary state. If you want to vote in a partisan Primary Election, then you must be a registered voter with the political party for which the primary election is held. All registered voters may vote on issues, amendments and for non-partisan candidates such as: judges, school board and city council members, regardless of party affiliation. Political party changes can be requested no later than 29 days before the election through the election offices.
