Are you moving your feet enough each day? Would you like to create a sustainable walking program that will support you in feeling healthier? Did you know a person is considered sedentary if they take less than 5,000 steps per day with the average American walking about 3,000 steps daily! Uh oh – do you…
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Clubs & Classes, June 2015
Wet and Wild Water Aerobics
Marti Scott Did you know that just by laughing you can lower your blood pressure, build your immune system and relieve stress? These are just a few benefits you can receive just by laughing. At the Wet and Wild water aerobics class, we not only exercise but we laugh. Join us Mondays and Wednesdays at…
Generals, June 2015
Free balance screening
Jessica Sorensen, a licensed physical therapist, will be offering a complimentary screening to assess your balance issues and to provide tips and exercises to help prevent falls. Each screening will last approximately 10 minutes and will be done in Classroom 10 at Sun Lakes UMC, 9248 Riggs Road, Sun Lakes. The program will be on…
Generals, June 2015
Medicare, Medicaid and related health benefit info
Personalized objective assistance to seniors, the disabled and caregivers is provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include following: Basic information about original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”), Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.), AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care System)…
Generals, May 2015
Southeast Valley Prostate Cancer Awareness, Education and Support Group
The Southeast Valley Prostate Cancer awareness, education and support group, supporting Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley and beyond meets on the second Monday of each month. When: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Where: Ironwood Cancer and Research Center, 695 S. Dobson Chandler, AZ 85224 (Just south of Chandler Regional Hospital) Who should attend? Concerned men, prostate…
Clubs & Classes, May 2015
You’re missing our friendly persuasion – I ♥ Walking Group
Three times a week some of your neighbors meet at the Palo Verde lounge for an early morning walk. They are always happy and motivated and enjoy sharing tips to staying healthy and doing things that will benefit your body and will keep your mind and spirit healthy and happy. The I Love Walking Group…
Generals, May 2015
Medicare, Medicaid information
Personalized objective assistance is available to seniors, the disabled, and caregivers provided by volunteer counselors especially trained by the Arizona Agency on Aging Benefits Assistance Program. Services include the following: Basic information about Original Medicare, Supplemental (Medigap) policies Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part “D”) Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO’s, etc.) AHCCCS (Medicaid), ALTCS (Arizona Long Term…
Clubs & Classes, April 2015
Health Education seminar
When: Usually the third Wednesday of the month from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Where: Navajo Room, third floor of SunBird Golf Resort, 6250 S. SunBird. Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85249, located off Riggs Road between Cooper and McQueen; turn in on Championship Dr. The purpose of the seminars is to give information on old and new ways of…
Generals, March 2015
Free Lunch and Learn seminar on hearing aids
Tina Jessee, Au.D. and Tanya Karg, Au.D. will conduct a public seminar on March 18 from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to help those with hearing loss and their loved ones to understand the misconceptions surrounding hearing loss and the latest in hearing aid technology. Hearing aids will not be sold during the seminar as the Lunch…
Clubs & Classes, March 2015
Fit and Fun
Susan Reynhout Are you ready to start taking better care of your health? Do you want to lose some weight? Would you like to feel better and be healthier? Want to learn how to take better care of your health? Come and Join us! Fit and Fun is an informal, positive group for those who…