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Support Services

Phone Support Groups & Activities

Check out our schedule of by-phone support services – there’s something fun going on everyday! Call New Vision for more info and to be added to the call list: 352-607-7607

By phone unless otherwise indicated: 352-247-7838 (our Dialpad Meetings number).

Monday

Exercise: Intro to Cardio & Strength Intervals at 8 a.m.
Introductory level with slow-paced instructions for multi-joint exercises, to prepare for Wednesday and Friday morning classes, which use these basics at a faster pace. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Brain Boosters at 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Weekly game group featuring mind-stimulating games like Wordle and USA Today Crossword, trivia, riddles, and more.

Daily meditation, 3:30-3:45 p.m.

Tuesday

Chair Exercise: Stretch & Recovery at 8:30 a.m.
Beginner-level, slow-paced stretching and range of motion class. Great for participants of the Cardio-Strength classes to stretch out any soreness from the strength training. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Weekly Support Group, 1-2:30 p.m. Speakers weekly.

Balance & Strength fitness class at 2:35 p.m.
Intermediate-level, slow-paced strength training class to strengthen the muscles used to maintain balance. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Daily meditation, 3:30-3:45 p.m.

Wednesday

Exercise: Cardio & Strength Intervals at 8 a.m.
Intermediate level using the multi-joint exercises learned in Monday’s Intro class. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Circle of Sharing emotional support group at 11:15 a.m.

Daily meditation, 3:30-3:45 p.m.

Thursday

Chair Exercise: Stretch & Recovery at 8:30 a.m.
Beginner-level, slow-paced stretching and range of motion class. Great for participants of the Cardio-Strength classes to stretch out any soreness from the strength training. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Bingo at 10:15 a.m.
Weekly bingo hour with prizes. Bingo cards and markings are provided by New Vision.

Mobility Matters (and More!) with Bebe at 1 p.m.
Weekly discussion group about topics relating to orientation and mobility, led by Certified Orientation & Mobility Specialist Bebe.

Balance & Strength fitness class at 2:35 p.m.
Intermediate-level, slow-paced strength training class to strengthen the muscles used to maintain balance. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Daily meditation, 3:30-3:45 p.m.

Friday

Exercise: Cardio & Strength Intervals at 8 a.m.
Intermediate level using the multi-joint exercises learned in Monday’s Intro class. Led by certified personal trainer Lisa.

Call our office (352-607-7607) to be added to our call list. Our phone system with call you to join the meeting(s) and you press 1 to join.

Waivers are required to join our exercise classes – complete the forms online.


Affiliated Support Groups

These groups meet independently of New Vision. Contact these groups for up-to-date information.

THE VILLAGES

1st Thursday at 1:30 pm, Bridgeport Recreation Center (across from Palmer Legends). Contact Donna Evans @ (352) 259-6570

WATERMAN VILLAGE

2nd Tuesday @ 2 p.m.,Waterman Village, Mount Dora – in the game room. Inform the gatehouse you are attending the visually impaired support group

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