Programs & Services

Check our calendar for program information and upcoming events

Monthly Movie Matinee Thursday, June 22 - enjoy Champions

Get ready for the 2023 Old Homosassa Golf Cart Poker Run Saturday, October 28 - have fun - get goulish

Western Caribbean "Friends" of Friends Cruise September 9 - 16, 2023

Thrift & Gift Shoppes
Thrift Shoppes in Homosassa and Lecanto help people in our community.  Bargain shopping eases the mind and makes people feel good.  Reducing clutter makes a home safer and makes us feel good.  Donating time or merchandise improves quality of life.  Shopping for bargains makes everyone feel better.  Thrift Shoppe volunteers enjoy helping out and interacting with others.  Thrift Shoppes provide a way for volunteers to socialize and experience a sense of purpose.  Herry’s Market Day every Saturday.  Vendor space is available to anyone who wants to sell their “stuff”.  Get a $3  bag of clothing or special items every day!  We are friendly to the environment and recycle non-usable items.                          Call 352-249-1470 to donate large items.  We're sorry but our drivers and staff are not permitted to accept non-usable items that are damaged, broken or stained.  Ask about removable or non-usable items for a nominal fee.

Grief Support, Wellness and Social Support
   I've puzzled and puzzled til my puzzler was puzzed--could ours be the best group that ever there was?  We dont spit tobacco, or chew bubble gum--When we get together, we know we'll have fun!  We're witty and charming, quite           likeable folk--We can spin a good story or tell a clean joke.  Our skills are many, our vices are few--We'll help you out when you're in a stew.  Could almost say we're the salt of the earth--Come!  Join us!  And know what we're worth.      Our hearts are open, our arms are, too--There's room at the table for you--you--and you!  LHR

The Grief Toolbox
Video presentations and handouts are used to provide essential tools needed to deal with grief.  Discussions provide an opportunity to talk openly about grief.

 

Camp Good Hope/Teen Encounter Camper Application
A child’s concept of death and grief is based on age.  Children need information about loss and death at their level.  Children often have a difficult time expressing their feelings about loss and grief.  When children are among their peers, who also have experienced loss, they tend to talk about their thoughts and feelings.  Children who improve their ability to deal with grief and loss issues serve as role models for others and are able to make positive contributions in their community and in society.  Since 1996, Camp Good Hope and Teen Encounter, day Camps have provided an honest, safe environment where kids can learn to talk openly about their loss and improve their ability to cope.  Camps include therapeutic programs, games, friendships and a memorial service.  The parents may attend a support group to discuss their feelings and learn tools to help their children.  Camp participants receive a t-shirt, backpack, water bottle, flying disc, bracelets, a journal and many other items.

Social Support and Wellness
L.I.F.T. (Living Information for Today) a partnership with Dignity Memorial to provide widows and widowers organized outings and luncheons that are entertaining, safe and educational.

Café Break
A great place to casually hang out and safely socialize with others who are grieving, work puzzles, play games or chat over a cup of coffee and snacks

 

.   Chair Yoga A gentle form of yoga using a chair and breathing techniques to relax body and mind, manage stress and improve physical and mental health                    

"Meet Your Mat"  Floor Yoga  Heal your mind, body and soul.  Bring your mat for floor yoga.                                                                                                                                                                                           

 

A fitness program that involves cardio and Latin-inspired dance.

  Reiki Share
  A non-invasive, energy-based approach to relaxation and healing.  It helps the body heal itself physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually while improving balance, health and well being

 

Monthly Movie Matinee
A socialization program with a movie and snacks in a supportive environment for individuals dealing with loss and loneliness. Movies are presented at a variety of locations for individuals who are alone and dealing with grief and loss.  Many assisted living facilities transport members to these movies where participants “snack” and enjoy the company of others.  Movie topics are related to loss and/or grief.  Participants discuss the movie related to their feelings to improve their quality of life.  

 

 

Compassionate Friends Nature Coast Chapter
Compassionate Friends was founded over 50 years ago in England when a chaplain
realized that two sets of grieving parents could support each other better than anything that he could offer. Compassionate Friends was established in the Unites States in 1978.  The Nature Coast Chapter is sponsored by Friends of Citrus and the Nature Coast and meet at the Wings Grief Center.  Each Chapter is committed to helping every bereaved parent, sibling or grandparent who has experienced the death of a child by providing personal comfort, hope and support.

Grief Support Groups:  Remote, Virtual and Online - VITAS Healthcare offers an assortment of phone-in support groups and Zoom video support groups.  Visit Vitas.com and select Family and caregiver support.                                                                                                                       Select the group that fits your needs