Healthy Dates

Bunko for Breast Cancer

Free services offered to breast cancer survivors and their families. Visit www.bunkoforbreastcancer.org or call (478) 718-4123 or (478) 254-5247.

Reach to Recovery breast cancer program

Designed to help people cope with their breast cancer experiences. All volunteers have been through a breast cancer experience themselves. To receive a kit and a call from a volunteer trained by Reach to Recovery, call (800) 227-2345.

Hospice Care Options

Office volunteers and volunteers for patient companionship needed. Call Mary Taylor at 743-3033 or (800) 563-8680.

Heartland Hospice

Seeking volunteers to be trained to provide companion-friendly visits, respite care, calls to bereaved families and general office duties. Flexible. Call P. Diane Lester, 477-0101 or 538-0411.

Southerncare Hospice

Seeking caring and dedicated volunteers with an interest in serving terminally ill patients and their families. Provide services such as friendly visiting, errand running, child care and clerical service. Call Tassie Wood, (478) 508-1389.

Middle Georgia Gluten Intolerance Group

If you have celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, dermatitis herpetiformis or are following a gluten-free diet, visit middlegeorgia.gigbranches.org for meetings. Call 397-5061.

Alcoholics Anonymous

More than 100 AA meetings are held weekly at various times of day at locations throughout the midstate. For a complete schedule, including driving directions, visit www.aageorgia.org.

Narconon Arrowhead

Free addiction counseling, assessments and referrals to rehabilitation centers. Call (800) 468-6933 or visit www.stopaddiction.com.

Genetic counseling

If you are interested in your own personal risk of hereditary cancer, call our genetic counselor to talk about genetic counseling and testing. (478) 633-6270.

Screening lung CT scan for smokers

Medical Center offers CT scans for smokers or former smokers between the ages of 50 and 74. The fee is $150 and no insurance is filed. For referral form, call (478) 633-9111.

Cancer clinical trials

To learn more about clinical trials call (478) 633-1738 or go to www.mccgclinicaltrials.org

Cancer WellFit

An oncology 12-week series recovery program that meets three times a week. Combines exercise, education and support to help cancer patients return to their fullest potential. Call (478) 757-7847.

Kroger health screenings

Health screenings for $35 by a trained Kroger pharmacist for blood glucose, blood pressure, body mass index, and lipid panel with a scheduled appointment. All Macon and Warner Robins Krogers. Call (877) 444-9689 to schedule appointment.

Smoking Cessation Classes

5 p.m. Thursday, Albert Luce Jr. Heart Institute, 777 Hemlock St., Macon. Free four-week American Cancer Society Fresh Start program. Call (478) 633-9090.

Chemotherapy Orientation Classes

10-11:30 a.m. Jan. 30, Lanier Building, 1062 Forsyth St., Macon. Learn about chemo and how to take care of yourself during your treatment. Reservations required. Call (478) 633-8537.

AngioScreen Cardiovascular Screenings

11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 30, The Wellness Center, Macon. Screenings cost $50. Call 1-800-627-2393 to make appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

Relay For Life in Baldwin County

April 20-21, at the Braves Field in Milledgeville. www.relayforlife.org/baldwinga

TOPS Chapter Meetings

9:30-10:30 a.m. Mondays, Centerville United Methodist Church, corner of Houston Lake Road and Wilson Drive, Centerville. Weigh-in and visit at 8:30 a.m. Call 953-1054.

Prostate Cancer 101

Noon every second Monday of the month, Lanier Building, Lanier Conference Room, 1014 Forsyth St., Macon. Free teachings on pros tate cancer basics, knowing your stage of prostate cancer, hormone therapy, surgery, radiation and more. Light lunch served. Free parking. Call (478) 633-8537.

Beautiful Me Health & Wellness Program

4-5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Perry Parks and Recreation, 1060 Keith Drive, Perry. For girls ages 8-15 years old. Making healthier choices, exercising, beauty tips, support group and more. Free. Call Notasha, (478) 988-2860.

Weight Watchers

5-6 p.m. Mondays, Perry Hospital medical library. Cost: $18 to join, with $12 weekly fee. Call 987-4468.

“Look Good ... Feel Better” Workshop For Female Cancer Patients

6 p.m. the fourth Monday of each month, Coliseum Medical Centers, 330 Hospital Drive, Building C, Suite 240, Macon. Call (478) 765-4805 to register. 5:30-7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of each month, The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Lanier Building conference room, 1062 Forsyth St., Macon. Call (478) 633-8537 to register. Workshop to help female cancer patients cope with appearance-related side effects of treatment. American Cancer Society, (800) ACS-2345 or www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org.

TOPS Weight Loss Program Meetings

6:30-8 p.m. Mondays, Andrews United Methodist Church, 2430 Ga. 127, Kathleen. Call 918-7739.

Parents of Prodigal Children Support Group

7-8:30 p.m. the third Monday of each month, Shirley Hills Baptist Church, 615 Corder Road, Warner Robins. For parents of teenagers or adult children living prodigal lifestyles. Call Joy, (478) 988-5430, or e-mail joy.king@cox.net.

Weekly Alanon Meetings For Families and Friends Of Alcoholics and Addicts

7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, and 11 a.m. Saturdays at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 565 Wimbish Road, Macon; 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at St. Paul Episcopal Parish Hall, 753 College St., Macon; 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave., Macon; 8 p.m, Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at Morningstar, 110 Perimeter Parkway. Classes are free. Call 956-2882.

NAMI Central Georgia Inc. Family Support Group

7-9 p.m. the last Monday of each month, 100 Story Road, Warner Robins. For those with mental illness and their families. Refreshments served. Call (478) 328-0508.

Tae kwon do Martial Arts Classes

For residents of the Pleasant Hill, Unionville and Bellevue/West Macon neighborhoods. Classes are held: 6:20 p.m. on Tuesdays at L.H. Williams, 325 Pursley St.; 6:20 p.m. Wednesdays at Frank Johnson Center, 2227 Mercer University Drive, and 6:20 p.m. Thursdays at Freedom Park, 3301 Roff Ave. for ages 6 through adult. Cost: $12.50 per month, $25 per 8 weeks. Additional uniform fee also required. Learn discipline, self-defense, physical fitness, respect for self and others. Provided by Torchlight Academy. Hae San Martial Arts instructor 5th Dan, G.A. Fadil Muhammad. Call (478) 751-9280.

Telephone Workshops for Family, Caregivers and Friends

Workshops on caring for a loved one with cancer led by American Cancer Society patient advocates and social workers to assist with problems such as loss of income or lack of health insurance and more. Calls are second Tuesday of each month. Call Patti Fogg, (800) 966-3586, or e-mail patti.fogg@cancer.org or visit www.cancer.org/sacaregiverworkshops.

Caring for Someone With Cancer Program

5:30-6:30 p.m. second Tuesdays monthly, The Wellness Center, 3797 Northside Drive, Macon. Free. Call, (478) 633-8537.

Adult Bereavement Support Group

6-7:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at Heart of Georgia Hospice, 103 Westridge Drive, Warner Robins. 953-5161.

“Man to Man” Support Group Program For Prostate Cancer

7 p.m. first Tuesday of each month. The Wellness Center, 3797 Northside Drive, Macon. Discuss treatment, side effects. Spouses welcome. Call (478) 633-6349.

Alateen

8-9 p.m. Tuesdays, 110 Perimeter Parkway off Bass Road, Macon. Concurrent with Alcoholics Anonymous and Alanon. Free. Call (478) 361-6770.

Heartland Hospice Grief Group

10:30 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month. 200 Northside Crossing. Call P. Diane Lester, (478) 477-0101 or (478) 538-0411.

TOPS Club

5-6 p.m. Wednesdays, Perry Hospital medical library. Weight-loss support group. Cost: $26 annual membership fee with a $1 weekly fee. 923-9771.

SOS-Survivors of Suicide Support Group

6-7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at Coliseum Psychiatric Center, 340 Hospital Drive, Macon. For those who have lost loved ones to suicide. Call 464-8138 or 741-1355 or visit www.gspin.org.

IDEAL: Panic Attack, Anxiety and Stress Program

7 p.m. Wednesdays. Call Panic Relief Inc., Judy Schiffman at (732) 940-9658, John at 987-3317 or visit www.panicreliefinc.com.

Survivors Group for Cancer Survivors

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at Color Me Pink, 100 N. Houston Lake Road, Centerville. Free lunch. Call Judy Mason at 953-1377.

Bipolar Support Group

6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Coliseum Psychiatric Center, 340 Hospital Drive, Building E, Macon. Call 741-1355.

Alzheimer’s Support Group

6:30 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month at Peachbelt Rehabilitation Center, 801 Elberta Road, Warner Robins. Call 922-1418.

TOPS Club

6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, Houston Health Pavilion EduCare Center. Weight loss support. $26 annual fee and $5 monthly fee. Call 923-9771.

Byron Chapter of The Compassionate Friends, Bereaved Parents Self-Help Support Group

7 p.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month, United Methodist Church, 103 W. Heritage Blvd., Byron. Support group for families following the death of a child of any age. Call (478) 747-2862 or (478) 987-7425 or tcfofmiddlegeorgia@comcast.net

Survivors of Suicide Support Group Meeting

7-8 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. Houston Medical Center board room (next to coffee kiosk in the new section), 1601 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins. Call 396-0118.

TOPS Club Inc. Meetings

9 a.m. Fridays, Bloomfield United Methodist Church, 5511 Bloomfield Road, Macon. Weight-loss support organization. Call 788-7983.

Turner Chapel AME Health Free Health Test

9-11 a.m. first Saturday of each month, 153 Dolly St., Gray. Free blood pressure, pulse rate, height, weight and body mass index checked by a licensed nurse. Call (478) 986-6445.

CPR Saturdays

9 a.m. third Saturday of each month, North Macon Community Center, 815 N. Macon Park Drive, Macon. CPR and basic first aid for adults and children. $5 per person. Call (478) 477-8526 to sign up.

Paulanetics

1-2 p.m. Saturdays, Macon Health Club, 389 First St., Macon. Taught by Paula East, using isometrics, Tai chi and other exercises. Mats used. $10 per person.

Gluten-Intolerance Group Support Meetings

Meets the third Saturday of each month at Central Baptist Church, 1120 Lake Joy Road, Warner Robins. Visit middlegeorgia.gigbranches.org.

Cancer Genetic Screening Counseling Program

See whether you are genetically predisposed to cancer. By appointment, call 633-6329.

Middle Georgia Regional Development Center/Area Agency on Aging

Funds programs that keep seniors living independently. Includes delivered meals. 751-6466 or (888) 548-1456. Learn about chronic disease self-management, call 751-6411.

Senior Wheels USA

Electric wheelchairs available free to qualified seniors and the disabled. Call (800) 246-6010.

Miracle on Wheels for Seniors

Electric wheelchairs available free to qualified senior citizens and the permanently disabled. Call (800) 400-4210.

Wishes on Wheels

Provides electric wheelchairs to seniors. Call (800) 535-3063 or visit www.threewishes2.com.