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GROW Upcoming Events

The GROW collaborates with several different community organizations in the Greater Sacramento area to provide community members with health education presentations and programs. These events are free and open to the public. We welcome you to join us at any of the events listed below. Some events may require RSVP - please reference the health event descriptions for further information.

Recurring Health Series

Exercise for Your Brain & Body is a series designed to offer a fun and unique blend of physical exercise and brain health education, all aimed at enhancing your overall well-being. We offer this series at different locations throughout Sacramento. Please refer to the locations where we offer this series below. We hope to see you there!

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    Oak Park

    Location: Dr. Ephraim Williams Family Life Center (4036 14th Sacramento, CA 95820)
    Room: Banquet room
    Date: Mondays

    • June: 1, 15, 22, 29
    • July: 5, 20, 27

    Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

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    Natomas

    Location: North Natomas Community Center (2631 New Market Dr. Sacramento, CA 95835)
    Date:     Every Tuesday

    • No class on June 9

    Time: 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

    Please check-in with the front office of the community center prior to the class meeting.

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    Elk Grove

    Location: Elk Grove Senior Center (8230 Civic Center Dr. #140, Elk Grove, CA 95757)
    Room: Sheldon room
    Date: Some Wednesday's

    • June: 24
    • July: 8, 22

    Time: 8:30 – 9:45 a.m.

    Please check-in with the front desk of the community center prior to the class meeting.

Upcoming Health Presentations
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    June

    Hypertension

    Location: West Sacramento Community Center (1075 W Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA)
    Date and time: Monday, June 15, 2026 9 - 10 a.m. 
    Description: Join us to explore the connection between hypertension and brain health. Learn how high blood pressure affects the body and brain. Discover practical ways to prevent and manage it for healthy aging. 
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    June

    Eat the Rainbow

    Location: Margaret McDowell Manor (1525 Merkley Ave, West Sacramento, CA)
    Date and time: Wednesday, June 17, 2026 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. 
    Description: Join us to learn how having a colorful diet rich in fruits and vegetables can help you maintain a healthy brain! 
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    June

    Caring for the Caregiver

    Location: ACC Senior Services (7334 Park City Dr., Sacramento, CA)
    Date and time: Thursday, June 25, 2026 10:30 - 11:30 p.m. 
    Description: Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. Learn about the responsibilities of caregiving, the impact of caregiver stress, and self-care practices that can help promote resilience and prevent burnout.
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    July

    Vitamins & Supplements

    Location: Woodland Senior Center (2001 A St., Woodland, CA)
    Date and time: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 
    Description: Discover the role vitamins and nutrients play in supporting a healthy brain and body. Learn which foods are rich in essential nutrients and how they contribute to cognitive function and healthy aging.
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    July

    Sleep Well, Age Well

    Location: Davis Senior Center (646 A St., Davis, CA)
    Date and time: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 5:30 - 7 p.m. 
    Description: Discover how sleep affects memory, mood, and overall brain health. Learn practical strategies to improve your sleep habits and support healthy brain aging.