Wellness Programs for a Healthier Community
Casa Colina offers a variety of health and wellness programs for patients and the community at large. Please be sure to call the numbers listed below for more information or to confirm the schedule prior to attending a session as times and locations listed below are subject to change. Please check this page regularly to learn more about these opportunities for our patients and community members.
Living Well with MS - 12 Weeks to Healthier Living
Designed for those recently diagnosed and/or those first facing life-challenges related to MS symptoms. Participants gain a better understanding of MS and the lifestyle strategies that can help diminish the effects of this disease. Facilitated by the Multiple Sclerosis Center at Casa Colina 3 hours per week for 12 weeks
Call the National MS Society, Southern California Chapter 310/479-4456 or 800/344-4867 or email programs@cal.nmss.org
$300 with a sliding fee scale and payment plan available
Parkinson's Disease Speech & Exercise Group
Designed for those diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy are rotated throughout the sessions. All therapists are certified in LSVT BIG and LOUD, the latest integrated rehabilition approach for Parkinson's diease. Facilitated by the Movement Disorders Center at Casa Colina
2 hours per week for 8 weeks on Wednesdays from 3 to 5 pm at the Casa Colina Outpatient Center
Call 909/596-7733, ext. 3500
$15 per 2-hour session
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Speech Conversation Group
Casa Colina's Outpatient Speech Conversation Group is designed to promote expressive language skills by practicing strategies to enhance daily conversations within the home and community. The group will focus on individuals who have communication difficulties as a result of a stroke. Areas addressed include improved initiation in social contexts, problem-solving communication breakdowns, and accessing resources within the community. A speech-language pathologist leads the group, while facilitating use of strategies trained amongst conversation groups and partners.
Meets every Tuesday 3 to 4 pm for 8 weeks - 2-week breaks will occur between each 8-week session
Tamkin Education Center, Room C
Call Christina Moon at 909/596-7733, Ext. 3035
$10 per session