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Serene Yoga for Cancer – Beginner level classes for people living with breast cancer, currently in treatment, survivors, caregivers, family and friends. Held Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m., at Solar 7 Yoga, 15413 E. Valleyway Ave., Spokane Valley; and Fridays, 10 a.m., at The Mellow Monkey Yoga Studio, 9017 E. Euclid Ave., Millwood. Free. Visit mellowmonkeyyoga.com or e-mail sereneyoga@comcast.net for more information.

Recover Mental Health – 12-week course covers effective management of the symptoms of mental illness, skills, self-awareness, and action plans geared towards recovery of mental health for adults. Meets Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m., at St. Joseph’s Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Cost is $15 per session, financial assistance is available; preregistration is required. Call (509) 483-0428 to register and for more information.

Nutrition and Prostate Cancer – Presentation for men; cancer patients, survivors and family members are welcome. Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., at Deaconess Health and Education Center, 910 W. Fifth Ave. Attendance and parking are free. Call Kim at (509) 755-6516 for more information.

Flu Vaccination Clinic – Sponsored by Harvard Park retirement community in conjunction with Maxim Health Systems. Cost is $30 per flu shot, $45 per pneumonia shot; open to adults. Wednesday, 2-4 p.m., at Harvard Park Retirement Community, 1616 E. 30th Ave. Call (509) 747-2703 for more information.

Meditations for Heart and Mind – Classes are held Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., at St. Joseph’s Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Topic Wednesday will be Generosity of Spirit; Oct. 8, Live with Reverance for Life; Oct. 15, Patience: Cultivating a Gentle Heart; Oct. 22, Determination: Focused Attention. Cost is $10 per session. Call (509) 483-6495 to register and for more information.

Dystonia Support Group Meeting – Meeting to discuss the use of Botox as a beneficial treatment for dystonia; open to patients and their family and friends. Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Preregistration is required. Call (509) 891-9131 or e-mail denise@designden.com to register and for more information.

Chair Massage, Reflexology, and Tai Chi Chih Sessions – Free mini sessions, snacks and beverages will be provided. Offered in conjunction with the grand opening of The Franciscan Place, at St. Joseph’s Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Thursday, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Call (509) 483-6495 or visit www.stjosephfamilycenter.org for reservations and more information.

Pilates/Stretching – Traditional Pilates mat work, focusing on strengthening the core, followed by stretching. Multilevel class; meets Mondays, 9-10 a.m., and Thursdays, 10:15-11:15 a.m. Eight-week class, cost is $5 per class. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3606 S. Shafer Road, Spokane Valley. Participants should bring their own mats. Call (509) 928-7088 to register and for more information.

Gentle Yoga – Introduces the basic principles of alignment while stretching and strengthening the body, working on balance, strength and flexibility. Beginner class, ideal for those dealing with fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, weight concerns, chemotherapy or other restrictions. Meets Mondays, 10:15-11:15 a.m. Eight-week class, cost is $5 per class. Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3606 S. Shafer Road, Spokane Valley. Participants should bring their own mats. Call (509) 928-7088 to register and for more information.

Yoga Flow – Workout focusing on strength and flexibility. Multilevel class. Held Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. Eight-week class, cost is $5 per class. Cost for drop-in’s is $8 per class. All classes are held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3606 S. Shafer Road, Spokane Valley. Participants should bring their own mats. Call (509) 928-7088 to register and for more information.

Are You at Risk for Breast Cancer? – Free presentation sponsored by Rockwood Clinic’s HealthTalks series of education forums. Open to the public; seating is limited so reservations are encouraged. Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m., at the Rockwood Clinic, 400 E. Fifth Ave. Call (509) 755-6570 to reserve a spot and for more information.

Overcoming Anger – Oct. 11, 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., at the Newman Conference Center, 6701 N. Idaho Road, Newman Lake. Cost is $40 per person, $75 per couple if registered by Saturday, otherwise cost is $50 per person, $85 per couple. Preregistration is required. Call (509) 226-5390 or visit www.newmancc.org to register and for more information.

Kitchen Safety and Cooking – Class will focus on nutrition, first aid, cooking basics and meal planning. Oct. 11, 9 a.m.-noon, at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Cost is $25 per person and includes a snack. Preregistration is required. Call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.

Upcoming

Free Insulin Class – Offered by CHER Diabetes Educators; next Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., at Holy Family Health Education Center, Room 5, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Call (509) 232-8145 to register and for more information.

Treatment Options for Hip and Knee Arthritis – Free presentation will cover surgical and nonsurgical options with a special interest in total joint replacements. Oct. 8, 6:30-8 p.m., at Holy Fmaily Health Education Center, Room 1, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Call Spokane Orthopedic at (509) 489-2851 to register and for more information.

Healthy Fare 2008 – Hosted by the Riverpoint Campus Wellness Collaborative and Washington State University ExMet students; to educate and involve the community in exploring healthy lifestyle choices. Oct. 9, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at Riverpoint Academic Center, 600 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Parking passes will be provided. E-mail healthfare2008@gmail.com for more information.

Understanding the Medicare Puzzle Presentation – Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association; free and open to the public. No reservations required. Oct. 9, 10 a.m.-noon, at Bonner General Hospital’s Brown House, 520 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint. Participants should park in the hospital employee lot across Third Avenue. Call Brian Casey at (208) 265-4514, ext. 615 or call the Alzheimer’s Association at (208) 666-2996 for more information.

Cold and Flu Class – Oct. 15, noon-1 p.m., at Holy Family Health Education Center. Free. A light meal will be provided. Call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.

Journal Writing for Holistic and Spiritual Mental Health – Sponsored by St. Joseph Family Center, “Journal to the Self: 22 Paths to Personal Growth” is a four-week course for beginner and experienced writers. Saturdays through Oct. 25, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., in the St. Joseph conference room. Cost: $90, plus $10 for books. Scholarships available. For registration and information, call (509) 483-6495.

Other programs

Adult Children from Dysfunctional Families and Co-Dependents – How to grow out of these dysfunctional patterns in a 26-week program of group therapy and support with tools for the results you want. Groups meet various weekday evenings from 7-9 p.m., or Saturday daytime, at Life Directions Counseling Center in Spokane Valley. For more information, call (509) 922-3915.

Adult Day Center – Holy Family Adult Day Centers offer structured programs designed to meet the needs of physically, mentally and functionally impaired adults and elderly by providing social services, nursing, rehabilitation, therapeutic recreation and a hot meal at noon. Two locations: 4827 S. Palouse Highway and 6018 N. Astor St. Call (509) 482-2475.

Alzheimer’s Association Helpline – In Spokane, call (509) 473-3390 or 24-hour help line, (800) 272-3900; Coeur d’Alene, call (208) 772-2542. Available Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Amputee Support Group – Support for people with amputations and their family and friends. Meets the first Wednesday of each month, 11 a.m.-noon, St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Visit www.stlukesrehab.org for more information.

Anger Management for Men – Ongoing six-week men’s group, Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Cost: $15/session; for more information, call (509) 483-6495.

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