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HEALTH WISE – CREATING HEALTHY CONVERSATIONS AS A PATIENT Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center - Senior Activities Room

Additional Information: Creating Healthy Conversations as a Patient presentation will focus on the importance of effective communication between patients and healthcare providers to improve overall healthcare outcomes. It will cover essential topics such as preparing for medical appointments, asking the right questions, expressing concerns, and advocating for per sonal healthcare preferences. The presentation will also address common communication barriers, strategies for building strong patient-provider relationships, and the benefits of utilizing support systems such as patient advocates and telehealth services. By the end, attendees will have practical tools to engage in more meaningful conversations with their healthcare providers, ensuring they receive the best possible care. Speaker: Carey Peerman, PhD, MBA, RN, FACH Program Director, B.S. Healthcare Administration Assistant Professor Rad ford University Carilion, Dept. of Public Health & Healthcare Leadership Minimum: 5 Maximum: 15 Registration Eligibility Date Time Topic Fee April 14 - May 9 50 & over Friday, June 13 NOON Creating Healthy Conversations as a Patient FREE HANDCRAFTED ARRANGEMENTS Location: Montgomery County Government Center Additional Information: Handcrafted Arrangements is a hands-on crafting experience where you'll design beautiful arrange ments—sometimes edible, sometimes decorative—perfect for gifts, home displays, or festive occasions. Pre-register. This is a co-sponsored program between Christiansburg Parks and Recreation and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. Pre-register with Montgomery County Parks and Recreation, 540-382-6975. Minimum: 5 Maximum: 8 Registration Eligibility Date Time Fee April 14 - June 17 50 & over Tuesday, June 24 11 a.m. $10 EDIBLE CRAFTS Location: Montgomery County Government Center Additional Information: In this fun and festive class, you'll learn to create delightful edible treats perfectly themed for the up coming holiday season. Join us to make this holiday season extra special with treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat or gift. Please note: There will be no refunds given after the withdrawal deadline. This is a co-sponsored program between Christiansburg Parks and Recreation and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. Pre-register with Montgomery County Parks and Recreation, 540-382-6975. Registration Eligibility Date Time FEE June 17 50 & over Tuesday, July 1 11 a.m. $7 BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU: KEEPING KIDS SAFE Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center Additional Information: Children spend more time online than ever, and their safety on the internet is of the utmost impor tance. Talking to your child about their activities and realities online is difficult, and BBB Serving Western VA is here to ease some of those hard conversations with information and resources both you and your children can use. Pre-register Speaker: Sloan Champney, Public Relations & Communication Specialist. Minimum: 5 Maximum: 15 Registration Eligibility Date Time Fee June 2 – July 8 50 & over Monday, July 14 11:30 a.m. FREE TIE DYE SUGAR COOKIES Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center Additional Information: Join our Tie-Dye Cookies Class for a splash of color and creativity! Learn to swirl food colors into fun, vibrant cookie designs. Perfect for all ages, no baking skills required. Take home your unique, delicious creations! This is a co– sponsored program between Christiansburg Parks and Recreation and Montgomery County Parks and Recreation. Pre-register with Christiansburg Recreation, 540-382-2349. Minimum: 5 Maximum: 15 Registration Eligibility Date Time Fee June 2 – July 16 50 & over Wednesday, July 23 11 a.m. $10 includes all supplies

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