Allied health information sessions at Frederick Community College, first and third Monday of the month, 5:30 p.m., for potential students interested in learning more about educational and career opportunities in health care. FCC, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick . 301-846-2471.

Manifestations of grief seminar, Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m., Hospice of Frederick County, 516 Trail Ave., Suite C, Frederick . Educational seminar on understanding of the symptoms associated with the grieving process and resolution. Free. Registration req'd. 240-566-3030 or lkinna@fmh.org.

Monthly speaker series: Anxiety in children, Aug. 7, 7 p.m., YMCA of Frederick County, 1000 N. Market St., Frederick . Conversation with parents, teachers and youth mentors on understanding the power of anxiety in children's lives and how it can become a roadblock to success. Topics will include symptoms, what is "normal" and what is not, how to get help if needed. Lin Phelps of the Mental Health Association is the presenter. 301-663-5131.

Hospice 101, intro to programs and services, Aug. 7, 6:30 p.m., for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer. Free. Hospice of Frederick County, 516 Trail Ave., Suite C, Frederick . Register at 240-566-3038 or dkhara@fmh.org.

Standard first aid with infant and child CPR, Aug. 9, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., American Red Cross, 2 E. Frederick St., P.O. Box 186, Walkersville MD 21793. Fee: $65. Pre-registration and payment req'd. 301-662-5131.

Life after death program, Aug. 13, 6 p.m., Hospice of Frederick County, 516 Trail Ave., Suite C, Frederick . Dr. Dana Cable, professor of psychology and thanatology at Hood College, leads. The phenomenon of after-death communication will also be discussed. Register at 240-566-3038 or dkhara@fmh.org.

Journal writing class, six-week session begins Aug. 13, 6 p.m., On Our Own of Frederick Inc., peer support for mental health center, 217 N. Market St., Frederick . Focus on developing a personal style, learning to keep a journal, types of writing, and information and exercises on creative journaling. 301-620-0555.

Standard first aid with CPR/AED Adult, Aug. 14, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., American Red Cross, 2 E. Frederick St., P.O. Box 186, Walkersville , MD 21793. Fee: $60. Pre-registration and payment req'd. 301-662-5131.

Adult, child and infant CPR, Aug. 18, 6:30 p.m. HealthFirst Enterprises. 301-473-5670 for details.

Faith community liaison volunteer program, Aug. 19, 6 p.m., Hospice of Frederick County, 516 Trail Ave., Suite C, Frederick . Liaisons inform and educate their congregation about Hospice. Meets quarterly. Register at 240-566-3038 or dkhara@fmh.org.

"What is This Thing Called Stress, and Why Did it Follow Me Home?" Aug. 21, 7 p.m., YMCA of Frederick County, 1000 N. Market St., Frederick . Learn causes of stress, recognize symptoms, good vs. bad stress, simple techniques to reduce stress. Presenter will be Patricia Hanberry of the Mental Health Assoc. of Frederick County. 301-663-5131 or toconnor@frederickymca.org.

Support groups

SMART Recovery, alternative to 12-step programs for support in changing addictive and compulsive behaviors. Free. Meets Mondays 7 p.m., rear entrance, second floor, 308 W. Patrick St., Frederick . 301-748-4962.

Treasures, perinatal loss support group, for people who have experienced the death of an infant child, meets Wednesdays, Aug. 6-Sept. 10, 7 p.m., Hospice of Frederick County, 516 Trail Ave., Suite C, Frederick . Free. To register, call 240-566-3030 or e-mail lkinna@fmh.org.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support group for family members of those with mental illness meets Aug. 7, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1415 W. Seventh St., Frederick , 7 p.m. 301-663-9414.

Genesis support group for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one, meets Aug. 11 and 25, 7 p.m., Hospice of Frederick County 516 Trail Ave., Suite C, Frederick . Share stories and express grief. Free. Register at 240-566-3030 or lkinna@fmh.org.

Diabetes support group, Aug. 13, 1:30 p.m. Potomac Towers, 11 W. Baltimore St., Hagerstown. Topic: Diabetes and your kidneys. For more info, contact Washington County Health Dep't. at 240-313-3300.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support group for families of children and adolescents with mental illness meets Aug. 19, Community Room, 4 E. Church St., Frederick , 7 p.m. 301-748-8310.

Way Station support group for families of those with mental illness meets Aug. 26, 6:30 p.m., Way Station, 230 W. Patrick St., Frederick . 301-662-0099, ext. 1205.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), weekly weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m., Kemp Hall community room, 4 E. Church St., Frederick . 301-663-8166 or 301-662-5815.

Stroke survivor support group meets 4:30 p.m., Glade Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 56 W. Frederick St., Walkersville . Mediation and CALM will be the topic at the Aug. 12 meeting. 301-898-4321.

Alzheimer's support group meets second Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Country Meadows Retirement Community, 5955 Quinn Orchard Road, Frederick . Light dinner will be served. Next meeting is Aug. 14. RSVP to 301-228-2249.Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, no dues or fees. For times and locations, call 301-662-0544.

Al-Anon/Alateen meetings, support for families and friends of alcoholics. No dues or fees. For times and locations, call 301-663-6626.

BLOOD DRIVES

American Red Cross -- To schedule a blood donation, call 800-GIVE-LIFE. To schedule a platelet donation, call 800-272-2123.

Aug. 7, Brunswick American Legion, 18 S. Maple Ave., Brunswick , 1-7 p.m.

Aug. 21, Md. State Highway Admin., 5111 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick , 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Aug. 22, Harley Davidson of Frederick , 5722 Urbana Pike, Frederick , 2-6 p.m.

Aug. 23, Christ Reformed UCC, 12 S. Church St., Middletown , 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Aug. 26, Trinity UMC, 705 W. Patrick St., Frederick , 2-8 p.m.

Aug. 28, American Legion Post FSK, 1450 Taney Ave., Frederick , 2-8 p.m.

Aug. 29, Wal-mart, 7400 Guilford Drive, Frederick , 1-5 p.m.

Miscellany

Walk for Lupus Now, Sept. 13, starts at Y of Central Md., 900 E. 33rd St., Baltimore; check in at 8 a.m., walk begins at 9 a.m. Two routes ranging from one to three miles. Benefits Lupus Foundation of America. www.walkforlupusnowmd.kintera.org.

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