TampaWell

10/26/2026

Mamas, your midweek reset is calling! 💪💚

Join FIT4MOM Tampa Bay this Wednesday, October 28th, for Stroller Strides® at the TampaWell Community Garden!

This total-body workout combines strength, cardio, and core training while your little one comes along for the ride. 🚼✨ It’s a chance to move your body, connect with other moms, and leave feeling stronger, empowered, and energized, wherever you are in your motherhood journey.

📅 Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 9:30–10:30 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

Bring your little one, meet some fellow mamas, and make time for you!

10/23/2026

Meet the TampaWell Team: Elizabeth “Liz” Kemper!💚

Our Meet the TampaWell Team series continues!

Meet Elizabeth Kemper, MPH, CPH, Senior Community Engagement Coordinator at Tampa General Hospital. Liz has the wonderful job of connecting with the Tampa Bay community and bringing the TampaWell Community Garden to life! 🌱🥕🌻

From coordinating community programs to working alongside valued partners, Liz helps expand access, foster meaningful connections and empower individuals and families throughout our community. Her work is all about collaboration and creating opportunities that help address local needs while building a healthier, stronger Tampa Bay.

We’re so grateful to have Liz helping our community grow, literally and figuratively!

Stay tuned as we continue introducing you to the people who make TampaWell happen!

10/22/2026

Taking care of your breast health starts with awareness. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, make time to check in with yourself and stay up to date on recommended screenings.

💗 Know what’s normal for you. Become familiar with how your breasts normally look and feel. While routine breast self-exams aren’t a substitute for screening, knowing your body can help you notice changes and bring them to your healthcare provider’s attention.

💗 Know what to look for. Changes to watch for include a new lump or thickening, changes in breast size or shape, skin dimpling, ni**le changes, or unusual ni**le discharge. If you notice something new or unusual, contact your healthcare provider, even if you recently had a normal mammogram.

💗 Stay up to date on mammograms. Mammograms can detect breast cancer early, sometimes before a lump can be felt. Talk with your healthcare provider about when to start screening and how often you should be screened based on your age, health history, and individual risk factors.

💗 Make your health a priority. Awareness, early detection, and regular conversations with your healthcare team can make a difference.

Share this reminder with someone you love. A conversation today could encourage someone to take an important step for their health.

10/21/2026

Could virtual care make healthcare a little more accessible? 💚

Virtual health is changing how many people connect with their care, but what does a virtual visit actually look like, and how do you know when it might be the right option for you?

Join Tampa General Hospital for the next Ask an Expert: A Live Q&A Series: Care Without the Commute: How Virtual Health Brings Care Closer

Hear from Jordan Clark, LLB, MSHA, Director of Ambulatory Business Operations and Integration at TGH and Dr. Peter Chang, Senior Vice President, Chief Transformation Officer at TGH, as they answers questions about:

💻 How virtual visits work
👩‍⚕️ What patients can expect
🚗 How virtual care can reduce the need to travel
♿ How it can support people with mobility or transportation challenges
📍 How technology can help expand access to care closer to home

Have a question about virtual health? You can submit your question ahead of time or ask it live in the chat!

📅 Wednesday, November 18, 2026
⏰ 12:30–1:00 PM
📍 Live on TGH’s page and YouTube channel

👉 Register and submit your questions:
https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/classes-events/event-detail?eventtemplate=596-ask-an-expert-a-live-qa-series-care-without-the-commute-how-virtual-health-brings-care-closer&utm_source=chatgpt.com

Because sometimes bringing care closer starts with meeting you where you are.

10/19/2026

Managing a chronic health condition can affect so much more than your physical health, from energy and stress to daily activities and relationships. Active Living with Chronic Conditions is an evidence-based self management program designed to help you take an active role in your health and feel more confident along the way.

Beginning November 3, join this 6-week virtual program for interactive sessions and practical tools to help you:

✨ Manage challenges like fatigue, pain, stress and frustration
🥗 Build healthier eating and physical activity habits
💬 Strengthen communication with your healthcare team, family and friends
🎯 Set achievable goals and create personalized action plans
💪 Build confidence in managing your health and everyday activities

The program is designed for adults living with most types of chronic conditions. Caregivers, family members and friends are welcome to participate, too.

📅 Begins November 3, 2026
⏰ Tuesdays | 4:00–5:00 PM
💻 Online | 6 weekly sessions

Take the next step toward feeling more informed, supported and confident in managing your health.

👉 Register: https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/classes-events/event-detail?eventtemplate=620-active-living-with-chronic-conditionshttps%3A%2F%2Flearning.tgh.org%2Fregister%3Fsgid%3Da296da91a35949828500954d6fc64225&utm_source=chatgpt.com

10/16/2026

🍂 October is full of ways to get involved with TampaWell! 🌱

From Community Garden Days and Dance Fitness to volunteering and getting active outdoors, there’s something for everyone this month. Come connect with your community, try something new, and find your own way to feel good with TampaWell!

Check out our October events and find your next favorite activity! Download the TampaWell app and find all the events in one place. Download the app by searching "TampaWell" in the App Store or by visiting villagewell.co

🌿 TampaWell Community Garden Day
📅Saturday, October 17
⏰ 9:00-11:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🧘‍♀️ Yoga on the Lawn
📅Saturday, October 17 | 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

💃 Dance Fitness
📅Monday, October 19
⏰5:30–6:30 PM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🍳 WellFed Cooking Demonstration
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🌱 Mosaic Children’s How a Garden Grows
📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰9:00–11:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

👟 FIT4MOM Stroller Strides
📅 Wednesday, October 28 |
⏰9:30–10:30 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🌿 Volunteer in the Garden
📅 Every Monday and Wednesday
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍TampaWell Community Garden

10/14/2026

Living with AFib? You don’t have to navigate it alone.

Whether you were recently diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib) or have been managing it for years, having questions, concerns or even a little anxiety about your condition is completely understandable.

The Tampa General Hospital Heart & Vascular Institute Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Support Group brings patients, families and healthcare experts together to learn, connect and share experiences.

At each session, you can:
🫀 Learn more about AFib and get educational resources
💬 Address common questions and misconceptions
🤝 Connect with others who understand what you’re experiencing
👩‍⚕️ Ask healthcare experts your questions
💚 Share stories and learn from other patients and families

The group is open to people at all stages of their AFib journey. Meetings are hybrid, so you can join either in person or virtually through Microsoft Teams.

Next Meeting:

📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026
⏰ 4:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Sun City Center United Methodist Church Creason Hall
1971 Haverford Ave., Sun City Center, FL 33573

💻 Virtual option available via Microsoft Teams

Meetings are held quarterly, and light refreshments and beverages will be provided.

👉 Register or learn more:
https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/classes-events/event-detail?eventtemplate=141-atrial-fibrillation-support-group

10/13/2026

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a complex condition that causes the heart muscle to thicken and can affect people at any age. For those living with HCM, and the families supporting them, having a community to turn to can make a meaningful difference.

The Tampa General Hospital and USF Health-University of South Florida HCM Support Group brings patients and families together for ongoing education, peer-to-peer support and conversations about living with HCM.

At each quarterly meeting, you’ll have the opportunity to:
🫀 Learn more about HCM and treatment options
💬 Explore different topics related to living with the condition
🤝 Connect with others who understand the HCM journey
👩‍⚕️ Meet members of the multidisciplinary HCM care team
💚 Ask questions and gain a better understanding of your care

The group is led by Dr. Robby Wu, HCM Program Director at TGH, and is designed to help improve quality of life through education, connection and support.

Next Hybrid Meeting:

📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
⏰ 5:30-7:00 p.m.
📍In-Person option: TGH People Development Institute, Room 122 39 Columbia Drive, Tampa, FL 33606

💻 Virtual Option on Teams

Interested in joining? Register to learn more and connect with the HCM community.

👉 Register:
https://www.tgh.org/patients-visitors/classes-events/event-detail?eventtemplate=200-hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy-support-group

📧 Questions? Contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

10/12/2026

🌱 We’re growing our volunteer crew! 🥕💚

Want to make a real difference in your community? Come grow with TampaWell! We’re preparing to relaunch our newly improved Food as Medicine program at the TampaWell Food Pharmacy, and we’re looking for new volunteers to join our team.

Whether you’re passionate about food access, community wellness, or simply lending a helping hand, there’s a place for you here!

🥦 Tuesdays & Thursdays: Help patients shop for nutritious foods and keep our Food Pharmacy stocked and organized. Morning and afternoon shifts available!
⏰ 9:00AM-12PM | 1:00PM-4:00PM

📦 Friday mornings: Help unload and stock our weekly Feeding Tampa Bay food shipment.
⏰ 9:00AM-11:00AM

No matter how you lend a hand, your time helps make nutritious food more accessible to our community. Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something good? 🌿 Check out our new volunteer opportunities and sign up for a shift!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4FAEAA2BA0F8C61-47287049-tampawell/113869909 #/

Let’s grow a healthier Tampa Bay together!

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Welcome to the TampaWell Community Garden and Food Pharmacy - Volunteer Sign Up Page. The TampaWell Community Garden and Food Pharmacy serves one of the most food insecure neighborhoods in the city. This project provides residents with access to nutritious fruits and vegetables, education on healthy...

10/10/2026

October is here and full of ways to move, learn, connect and grow with TampaWell! 💚

From yoga and fitness classes to cooking demos, gardening and family programs, there’s something for everyone this month. Save this post and make a plan to join us! All events and programs are available on the TampaWell app! Download the app and stay connected to your community, track your wellness and stay in the know for community events. Download by visiting village well.co or searching "TampaWell" in your App Store

OCTOBER AT TAMPAWELL

👟 Walk With A Doc East Tampa
📅Saturday, October 10
⏰8:00-9:00 AM
📍 Woodland Terrace Park

🧘 Yoga on the Lawn
Thursday, October 15
⏰ 5:00-5:30 PM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🌿 TampaWell Community Garden Day
📅Saturday, October 17
⏰ 9:00-11:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🧘‍♀️ Yoga on the Lawn
📅Saturday, October 17 | 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

💪 Strong Over 50 Fitness Class
📅Saturday, October 17
⏰10:00–11:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

💃 Dance Fitness
📅Monday, October 19
⏰5:30–6:30 PM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

👟 FIT4MOM Stroller Strides
📅 Wednesday, October 21 |
⏰9:30–10:30 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🍳 WellFed Cooking Demonstration
📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🌱 Mosaic Children’s How a Garden Grows
📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰9:00–11:00 AM
📍 TampaWell Community Garden

🌿 Volunteer in the Garden
📅 Every Monday and Wednesday
⏰9:00–11:00 AM
📍TampaWell Community Garden