Operation Shoebox is a 501 (C) 3 Nonprofit whose mission is to provide support to our troops deployed outside of the United States. Our care packages are filled with requested items from our troops to help them get through their deployment but more importantly to let them know they are thought of and cared about. This could come in the form of coffee, socks, hygiene items and letters of encouragement. We appreciate our men and women who serve our country and are committed to serving those that serve us.

Joining the Lions Club is a transformative journey that extends far beyond mere membership; it's an invitation to be part of a global community committed to service and social impact. As a Lion, you become a catalyst for positive change, engaging in a myriad of philanthropic initiatives that touch lives locally and globally. Our motto of "We Serve" underscores our dedication to addressing pressing humanitarian needs, from providing vision care and disaster relief to supporting youth development and community enrichment.

Our Moment Cafe offers social engagement, learning, and support for caregivers and their loved ones with early stage Alzheimer's or dementia. It's a safe and fun opportunity to socialize with others who understand your current journey. Participants enjoy planned activities like music, art projects, games, guest performances as well as educational events.  At Our Moment Cafe old memories can be recaptured while creating new ones together. Register online: ourmomentcafe.org/participate 3rd Tuesday at 2 pm at Chula Vista Recreation Center, 1011 Rio Grande Avenue, The Villages 4th Thursday at 1 pm at Bacall Recreation Center, 2041 Cana Street, The Villages

Parkinson’s Disease Support

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The Villages, Florida

  There may be no better place for someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD) to live than in or nearby The Villages, Florida. With 10 PD support groups, a PD Center of Excellence nearby, two hospitals minutes away, all of the medical specialists needed to manage the disease, and an active community with plenty of exercise and social opportunities, what more might one want? Of course, Florida also has great weather! Explore our website. You will find many resources to help you and your care partner live a fulfilling life, regardless of the “diagnosis.” Join us. Come to one or more of our support groups. Get involved. Learn, exercise, be socially active, make new friends. You will be glad you did.

Who We Are

 

We are those who live in The Villages, Florida, and surrounding communities, who have Parkinson’s disease (PD). We may number 1,500 or more based upon the demographics of those living here that are over the age of 60. We are care partners. Since most people with PD also have a care partner, 3,000 folks total live with the disease every day, 24 hours a day. We are professional medical personnel that service the PD population. We are caregivers, including family members, friends, and paid personnel. We are those that freely give our time to run support groups. We are those that prepare written material for the local PD community, to include various reference documents, and even a published PD book. We include one resolute person who publishes a comprehensive weekly Parkinson’s newsletter for those living in The Villages or surrounding communities. We include several ambassadors that represent the various Parkinson’s foundations. We include retired professionals that liaison with local hospitals to improve PD in-patient care and to distribute medical kits from the Parkinson’s Foundation to those with PD. We are those that arrange social activities, to include an annual PD cruise. Become a “We”. You will be welcomed into our community.