Free Veteran Holiday Peer Support Group
This group is meant to support military related people that find the holidays to be a difficult time. "It's the most wonderful time of the year" may not ring especially true for some veterans, active-duty military members and their families. These groups can be susceptible to feelings of sadness, confusion and isolation during this time as a result of their experiences, distance or time away related to their service. For those suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder, social events, loud noises and other things related to the holidays can be overwhelming at the least and triggering at the worst.
When: Wednesday, December 11th and 18th ; and January 8th and 15th from 6-8 p.m
Where: Samaritan Center Main Location, 8956 Research Blvd., Bldg. 2 Austin, TX 78758
Cost: FREE
To register or for more information: contact Blake Holbrook, Blake@samaritan-center.org
Yoga and Meditation Workshop Series to Strengthen the Nervous and Endocrine Systems
This four-week, 60-minute Kundalini Yoga and Meditation Workshop will help you relieve stress and strengthen your glandular and nervous systems. Kundalini yoga focuses on sets of movements (Asanas) that include Kriyas (series of exercises) with specific functions – including strengthening the nervous system. It also includes breathing (Pranayama) exercises to fully oxygenate the organs as well as deep Meditation with Gong Sound Healing, to take you into a deep relaxation that will rest and repair your body. Open to adults and adolescents age 15 and older. No previous yoga experience required. All skill levels are welcome.
When: Saturday, January 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Samaritan Center Main Location, 8956 Research Blvd., Bldg. 2 Austin, TX 78758
Cost: $50 for the entire series
To register: Kim@samaritan-center.org, or 512-451-7337 ext. 210.