Education Events
Health Lectures
Free community health presentations featuring LVMC physicians and specialists — every spring and fall.
The Foundation's Community Education & Public Relations Committee organizes a series of free health lectures for the Lompoc Valley community. Presented by LVMC physicians, nurses, and clinical specialists, these lectures cover timely health topics — from cardiovascular health and cancer prevention to managing chronic conditions and navigating the healthcare system. No appointment necessary. Just show up.
- Frequency Monthly
- Cost Free — open to the public
- Location Dick DeWeese Senior Center
Connecting older adults and their families with local services, resources, and care.
The Senior Expo brings together local service providers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to help older adults and their families navigate the resources available in the Lompoc Valley. Attendees can connect with vendors, ask questions of healthcare providers, and discover programs that can help them remain healthy, active, and independent.
- Frequency: Annual
- Audience: Seniors, caregivers, and families in the Lompoc Valley
- Cost Free — open to the public
- Location: Dick DeWeese Senior Center
- Date: May
Practical support and resources for those caring for a loved one.
Caregiving is one of the most demanding and important roles a person can take on — and too often, caregivers do it without adequate information or support. These sessions are designed to fill that gap. Presented in partnership with LVMC clinical staff and community partners, Caregiver Information Sessions cover practical topics like managing medications, navigating the healthcare system, preventing caregiver burnout, and connecting with local support services.
- Frequency: Annually
- Cost Free — open to the public
- Location: Dick DeWeese Senior Center
- Date: November
A community conversation about food, nutrition, and health equity in the Lompoc Valley.
Nourish Lompoc brings together community members, local organizations, and healthcare professionals to address food access, nutrition, and health equity in the Lompoc Valley. This event is part community forum, part resource fair — designed to spark real conversations and connect residents with support available right here in our community.
- Frequency: Periodic
- l organizations, healthcare providers, & food access advocates
- Cost Free — open to the public
- Location: Dick DeWeese Senior Center
- Date: Varies
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