Support Groups

Aphasia Support Group

The HealthSouth Scottsdale Aphasia Support Group is a social support group attended by those with communication difficulties. 

The group is designed to provide people in the community that have aphasia with the opportunity to communicate in a supportive and non-judgemental environment.  This group meets every Thursday at 10 a.m. in the hospital day room.

For more information please contact Beth Ladd at (480) 551-5480, beth.ladd@healthsouth.com

 

Date: Thursdays 10 a.m.
Location: Day Room
Contact: Beth Ladd, (480) 551-5480
Cost: No cost

Arthritis Pool Program

The Arthritis Pool Program is a recreational exercise class designated for people with Arthritis. The program provides an opportunity for people with Arthritis to meet others with Arthritis, and to have fun while getting fit.

Class 1: Monday - Wednesday - Friday 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., $7.00 per class or $45.00 per month
Class 2: Tuesday - Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. $7.00 per class or $35.00 per month

Date: Please see description for Day and Time of the class
Location: Therapy Pool
Contact: Melinda Theobald (480) 551-5423

Parkinson's "Art of Moving" Exercise Class

The HealthSouth Scottsdale's “Art of Moving” class is an exercise class for people with Parkinson’s disease. The class consists of stretching, strengthening and endurance exercises.

Note: Participants must be independent (without a caregiver) to attend. A doctor’s written prescription is required to attend the class. For more information and application forms, please contact Melinda Theobald at (480) 551-5423.

Date: Thursday 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Conference Room 2
Cost: $5 per class

Parkinson's Aquatic Class

This class is designed for people with Parkinson’s disease who would like to be able to do their exercises in a safe, water environment. Benefits of aquatic exercise include improved balance, flexibility, strength and endurance.

A prescription is required to attend the class. For more information and application forms, please contact Melinda Theobald at (480) 551-5423.

Date: Each Monday & Wednesday from Noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Therapy Pool
Cost: $5.00 per class
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Stroke Support Group

A support group for survivors of stroke and their families and/or caregivers that is designed to be casual and supportive yet informative.  Monthly guest speakers provide information and workshop activities for our members. 

For more information call Tiffany Nall at (480) 551-5440

May 6th - Lecture on Medications:  How Common are Side Effects??

June 3rd - Neuropsychology of Stroke:  Jenna Gress (Neuropsych Student) will lead a support group for our community-dwelling stroke survivors.

July 1st - My Aching Back!! Body mechanics and it's role in everyday life.  Presentation on common back problems and how to keep your spine healthy.

See attached SSG Flyer for directions


Date: First Thursday of each month 11 a.m.
Location: Hospital Day Room / Conference Room 2
Contact: Tiffany Nall (480) 551-5440
Cost: No cost
tiffany.nall@healthsouth.com
Attachments:
        —  2009 stroke support group flyer.pdf