Come activate your inner healer and access peace of mind through a sequence of postures, specialized breathing and mental techniques. Instructor: Martin Berson, Monday, June 29, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., or Thursday, July 2, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., $70 for six weeks

Adults with diabetes, their families and friends are invited to attend one of our free monthly support group meetings that are held at the Bristol Hospital Center for Diabetes, Tuesdays, July 7 and August 11, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., or July 28 and August 25, 11 a.m. - Noon, To register, call 860-940-6300.

Get your blood pressure checked because your best defense against uncontrolled high blood pressure is to know your numbers. Conducted by Bristol Hospital Home Care registered nurses, Wednesday, July 8, or August 12, 10 a.m. - Noon, Free

The slow easy movements of Tai Chi help to relax the body and relieve stress while improving strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. The class is appropriate for all ages, but is especially helpful for people with arthritis who often see an increase in range of motion. Instructor: Barbara Santarsiero, Certified Tai Chi Instructor, Monday, July 13, 6:45 - 7:45 p.m., $80 for eight weeks

Numbness and tingling in one or both hands, especially at night, may indicate the presence of carpal tunnel syndrome. If you experience these or similiar symptons, you may benefit from this non-invasive screening that will help determine if you have carpal tunnel syndrome. Conducted by Linda Panikowski, OTRL/CHT, Tuesday, August 13, 4 - 5 p.m., Free

Kids' Quest is a six-week fitness and nutrition program that is designed to help children between the ages of 10 and 14 build a foundation for a healthful lifestyle. In a fun and interactive group setting, children learn how to improve their food choices and how to increase their physical activity. Parental support is needed to help the children at home, and parents must attend three of the six classes. Call (860)314-2087 for the start date of the next program.

Therapeutic massage soothes aches and pains and enhances the body's capacity to heal itself. Half-hour, hour and one-and-a-half hour appointments are available at the Bristol Hospital Wellness Center. Please call (860)582-WELL to schedule an appointment.

Certified Reflexology Therapist and Reiki Master/Teacher Joan Myers, MA, is now available for appointments. Reflexology and Reiki are health remedies that have been practiced for centuries. Both use hands on therapy that help to calm the mind and emotions and encourage the body to heal itself. Reflexology uses the theory that our bodies are reflected on the soles of our feet and that there are zones and reflex areas in the feet and hands that correspond to all parts of the body. Reiki is a form of energy work that produces a feeling of restored peace of mind through its balancing and harmonizing effects. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 860-582-WELL (9355)

Does your hectic lifestyle prohibit you from eating healthfully? If yes, then Nutrition Express is the program for you! Our program is designed to give you access to a registered dietitian for five 15 minute sessions where you can get your nutrition questions answered along with simple tips on making healthful food choices. The cost is $75 for five 15 minute sessions.

All programs are held at the Bristol Hospital Wellness Center unless otherwise indicated. To register for programs, call Bristol Hospital's InfoLink at 860-585-3661, or visit www.bristolhospital.org to register online with a credit card.