Join Lift Orlando and our neighbors for a community vision-board brunch as we collectively imagine the future of our neighborhood schools and educational opportunities. Free Brunch Buffet, Mimosa Bar, Childcare, Raffles & more!

You're invited to connect, reflect, and look ahead with us. We'll share highlights from this year’s work and talk about what’s next for our neighborhood. It’s a great chance to hear updates, ask questions, and be part of the conversation that shapes our community.

🎃 Join Us for a Spooktacular Trunk or Treat! 🍬

Get ready for a night of fun with candy, crafts, and fall festivities! Register today to enjoy:

HANDS (Housing and Neighborhood Development Services of Central Florida, Inc. is hosting a free workshop at the Heart of West Lakes Wellness Center on Saturday, August 30th, for Credit & Budget Counseling + Homebuyer Education. Understanding your finances can be a difficult topic, but it doesn’t have to be. HUD-certified housing counselors are here to help! Register to book your counseling session.

WHAT CAN CREDIT & BUDGET COUNSELING DO FOR YOU:

1. Understand the fundamentals of creating a budget tailored to your lifestyle.

2. Understand your credit report and which factors are affecting you the most.

3. Learn how to create an emergency fund and secure your financial future.

4. Understand your spending patterns and the affects it has on your savings goals.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR COUNSELING:

1. Driver’s License/State ID Card

2. Bank Statements (2 months): includes checking, savings, and any joint accounts you may share.

3. Paystubs (2 complete months): must cover each week of the 2-month period

4. Tax Returns

5. W2 (for the current year)

6. Proof of other income: Social security, child support, food stamps, CashApp/Zelle/Paypal, etc.

7. Homebuyer Education Certificate – if applicable

8. Utility Bill – only applicable if the address on your ID is not your current address

9. Business Bank Statements (2 months) – only applicable if self-employed

10. Business Tax Return (current and previous year) – only applicable if self-employed

11. Business Profit and Loss Statement – only applicable if self-employed

Join us for a presentation on how staying socially connected improves our physical health and psychological well-being. We will discuss the power and benefits of human connection, and help you identify ways to connect with other human beings.

Join us for an engaging community forum focused on potential housing options for the 2010 Orange Center Blvd. site.

Kickoff Remarks by Commissioner Shan Rose
Open Forum with Community Developers

Come share your voice, ask questions, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of housing in our neighborhood.

Join us for an informative discussion as Chapters Health, the nation's largest not-for- profit hospice organization, separates fact from fiction and explores the realities of hospice care. Be empowered to make informed decisions about end-of-life care.

Join us for an engaging session where you'll meet fellow members and get to know all the fantastic benefits of being a Florida Blue member! Learn about available discounts, how to find a doctor, and discover how we’re dedicated to supporting your health.

Unleash your creativity and a healthier you! Join us for a live painting class at your local Florida Blue Center. Painting can offer many proven health benefits, like reducing anxiety and depression. Don't miss this and RSVP now, class is limited to 30 attendees.

Join us in person or virtually on Monday, August 4, for our next Harmony Initiative community meeting! We'll be sharing important updates about housing, and hope to hear your thoughts. See you there!

Wear shoes with good traction, clothes you can sweat in and bring your own yoga mat. Be sure to bring a friend or a family member. We can't wait to see you there!

Positivity is more than having a positive attitude. It is a skill we can learn and improve upon with regular practice. Join us for a presentation about the science of positivity.

Learn practices that will improve your health and well-being.

To attend this event, call 1-407-804-7700 or RSVP below!

In this presentation we will review the anatomy of the brain, gain a better understanding of how the brain learns and thrives, and discuss how incorporating daily activities can maximize brain health and enhance your quality of life starting today!

Join us for a live painting class at your local Florida Blue Center and discover the therapeutic benefits of creativity! RSVP is required, as space is limited to 20 attendees - hope to see you there!

To attend this event, call (407) 804-7700 or visit floridablue.com/center

Dive into an exciting and vibrant experience at our Member Orientation. Join us for an engaging session where you'll meet fellow members and get to know all the fantastic benefits of being a Florida Blue member!