Larry T. Griggs, PA

10/14/2026

Upcoming Care Connection Webinar hosted by the AFA (Alzheimer's Foundation of America).

November 6th, 1:00pm - 2:00pm ET: The Caregiver's Armor: Finding Strength, Support and Growth on the Dementia Care Journey.

Guest Speaker: Christina Chen, MD

"Caring for someone with dementia is one of life's most meaningful and challenging journeys. This session will provide practical strategies for navigating caregiving while exploring how to build resilience, find support, and maintain your own well-being. We will discuss how caregivers can find strength, empowerment and growth amid the challenges of dementia care."

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Description: Caring for someone with dementia is one of life’s most meaningful and challenging journeys. This session will provide practical strategies for navigating caregiving while exploring how to build resilience, […]

10/13/2026

UPCOMING COA EVENTS:

Line Dance Group Classes with Ann Murdock. Tuesdays in October: 13th, 20th, and 27th from 1pm to 2pm at the River House (179 Marine St). $18.75 for 3 sessions.
Learn more: https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/course/line-dance-on-tuesdays-in-october-at-river-house2

Fish For Dinner: How to Clean Your Catch with Donna Frantz. One-day class on Thursday, October 22nd, from 9am to 10:30am at the River House (179 Marine St). $11 for one-day class.
Learn more: https://coasjc.coursestorm.com/course/fish-for-dinner-how-to-clean-your-catch-on-thursday-october-22-at-river-house?page=5

Chair Volleyball and Birthday Cake with Nelson Correa. Thursday, October 15th from 11am to 12pm. At The Players Senior Center (175 Landrum Ln).
Learn more: https://coasjc.org/ponte-vedra-center/

View other upcoming October events in the flyers attached.

10/13/2026

THIS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17th, 2026:

The St. Augustine South Health Fair is happening on October 17th, from 10am - 1pm at 709 Royal Rd. There will be flu shots, raffle prizes, free stretches, and food truck. See you there!

10/13/2026

From the Council on Aging (COA):

"Many thanks to Friends of the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall for providing a special treat for participants in COA's IMEP™ Integrative Memory Enhancement Program at our Anastasia Church and Ponte Vedra Memory Care Center locations - a music therapy session with musician Karen Howell! Our participants had a wonderful time singing along and exercising their memories through the joy of music.

COA's IMEP™ Integrative Memory Enhancement Program is a groundbreaking program that helps individuals strengthen memory and combat the progression of memory loss or dementia in a relaxed classroom setting. The program is offered at multiple locations in St. Johns County and throughout the U.S.. For more information, call COA's Susan Miller at (904) 729-9535 or visit https://coasjc.org/imep/."

IMEP™ Integrative Memory Enhancement Program Created by Council on Aging, IMEP™ is a dynamic and innovative response to memory loss. A structured, research-based program, IMEP integrates the mind, body, and brain connections to boost cognitive reserve and minimize the progression of memory loss ...

10/12/2026

UPCOMING VETERAN EVENT

Looking for a place where military life, community and opportunity come together? This October, nearly 5,000 Veterans, service members and military families will gather in Las Vegas for MCON 2026-a three-day reunion packed with resources, speakers, tournaments and new connections. Discover what's waiting for you, and how to obtain complimentary admission.

When? October 23-25th
Where? World Market Center, Las Vegas

Learn more:

MCON brings Veterans, service members and families together in Las Vegas for free resources, connection and community.

10/12/2026

From the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs:
"VA PILOTS A FASTER WAY TO ACCESS VA.GOV. A simpler way to access VA care and benefits is being tested-and it could expand beyond six pilot sites. The new process helps Veterans create a VA.gov account in minutes, making it easier to manage appointments, prescriptions and benefits online. Even if there isn't a participating site near you, learn how the pilot works, what it could mean for Veterans nationwide, and what options are available now."

Learn more: https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-launches-pilot-program-to-speed-veterans-access-to-services-care-benefits/

Welcome to the official website of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Discover, apply for, and manage your VA benefits and care.

10/01/2026

Recent news: VA awards $112 million in su***de prevention grants.
From the US Department of Veterans Affairs:

"VA has awarded $112 million in grants to 191 community organizations that provide su***de prevention services to Veterans across the country.

'Community organizations are critical to reaching Veterans who may not otherwise connect with VA care,' said VA Secretary Doug Collins. 'VA's Fox grant program often serves as a bridge between vital federal resources and vulnerable Veterans in need of help.'"

Read more:

VA awards $111.9 million in grants to 191 community organizations that provide su***de prevention services to Veterans across the country.

09/30/2026

Participate now in the National Dementia Caregiver Research Study by the AFA (Alzheimer's Foundation of America).

Click here to take the study: https://redcap.vumc.org/surveys/?s=KXPJPL8NTXRXJENW
Read more: https://alzfdn.org/spousal-caregiving-study/

From the AFA:
"National Research Study on the Biopsychosocial Impact of Spousal Caregiving. Your caregiving story matters. Help shape the future of dementia care.
Help our team understand how spousal caregiving affects your physical and mental health, brain function and stress levels.
AFA is seeking volunteers to participate in our nationwide survey for our national dementia and spousal caregiver research study! No travel. Confidential.

Why Participate?
Your insights can help improve awareness, programs, services and policies.
You will contribute to insights that could make life better for thousands of families.

Who Can Join?
Must be a full-time primary caregiver, age 21 or older, for a spouse or partner with Alzheimer's or another dementia, living in the U.S. and with internet access.

If you have questions about the research study, please contact:
Principal Investigator: Donna de Levante Raphael, Ph.D., M.S.
Email: [email protected] | Phone: 866-232-8484, Ext 115"

09/29/2026

Support Free Memory Screenings through the AFA (Alzheimer's Foundation of America).

From the AFA:
"When someone has a question about their memory, knowing where to start matters. AFA's trained professionals provide screenings that help people better understand their cognitive health and connect with information, support, and next steps.
Your generosity helps make this welcoming first step available at no cost."

Link to support free memory screenings:

You are making a difference! To donate by check, please send to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 8th Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Checks should be made payable to […]

09/29/2026

Tune in for COA On the Radio - Thursdays at 8:00am on 102.1 WFOY.

From the COA:
"TUNE IN Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. on WFOY 102.1 FM for the COA Radio Show, featuring local interviews and the latest news and events important to older adults and caregivers in St. Johns County. To listen to the show online during show times, visit https://1021news.com.

OCTOBER GUESTS:

Thursday, 10/1 - Chris Leddy, St. Johns Supervisor of Elections

Thursday, 10/8 - Kelly Griffin, Betty Griffin Center

Thursday, 10/15 - St. Johns County Sheriff Robert Hardwick

Thursday, 10/22 - Amy Robinson, COA Development Manager

Thursday, 10/29 - Andrea Spencer, ElderSource"

Learn more/Listen: https://1021news.com/

WEEKDAY PROGRAM SCHEDULE 5a-8a Dan Bongino's Bongino Report AM 8a-9a The St Johns County Morning News with Larry Altman (Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays) - Live & Local 8a-9a The St Johns County Morning News with Will Masson(Friday) - Live & Local 8a-9a The Council on Aging Show with Carolyn Karger(T...