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Eliminating barriers to independence for people with vision loss

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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: 352-435-5040

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.
• Daily meditation, 3:30-3:45 p.m.
• Brain Boosters at 4-4:45 p.m.
Weekly game group featuring mind-stimulating games like Wordle and USA Today Crossword, trivia, riddles, and more.

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.
Book: When You Can’t Believe Your Eyes by Hannah Fairbairn
• 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 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.

Reply to this email or call our office (352-435-5040) 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:
• General Liability Waiver (pdf)
• Readiness for Exercise Questionnaire (pdf)


Affiliated Support Groups

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

HAWTHORNE VISA group

  • 1st Thursday at 10:00 am (does not meet from June to Sept)
  • Hawthorne Community Recreation Center, Leesburg
  • Inform the gatehouse you are attending the VISA meeting
  • Jackie @ 352-323-8193

THE VILLAGES

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

LAKEVIEW TERRACE

  • Jan, March, May, July, Sept, Nov @ 1:00 pm
  • Lakeview Terrace Community Building, Altoona
  • Inform the gatehouse you are attending the visually impaired support group
  • Call Leslie Stephens @ (352) 669-2133 extension 2242
WATERMAN VILLAGE
  • 2nd Tuesday @ 2 p.m.
  • Waterman Village, Mount Dora – in the Chapel/Dining Hall
  • Inform the gatehouse you are attending the visually impaired support group
  • Call Irvin Harris at 347-751-4520
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