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Wellness & Fitness: Medication
Management Program Introduced The University of Findlay College of Pharmacy and the Hancock County Agency on Aging are partnering to present a new program to help people improve their health by better managing their medications. Participants in the program will receive a detailed medication review, medication safety surveillance, continued support on medication management, disease management consultation and support and may even see a reduction in medication costs through the elimination of errors. To learn more, plan to attend a Lunch and Learn presentation on August 11 from 11:30 am-1:00 pm. Call Heather Powell at 419-423-8496 for reservations and further details.
New in the Fitness Center We now have three pieces of Keiser Equipment to incorporate into your overall strength building routine. Keiser Equipment operates on compressed air. The resistance level (“weight”) can be adjusted in one pound increments, making it very senior-friendly.
Coming soon:
EnhanceFitness--
a comprehensive fitness program for seniors.
Based on solid research and tested at
over 100 sites around the country, EnhanceFitness focuses on
stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics, and strength
training exercises — everything health professionals say we need to
maintain health and function as we grow older. EnhanceFitness will
provide additional exercise opportunities which will complement to
our existing SilverSneakers® classes and other fitness programs.
Watch for details. Fitness Center & SilverSneakers® Our Fitness Center offers a variety of fun, fitness opportunities for area seniors. The Fitness Center is equipped with commercial-grade equipment, including 2 treadmills, 2 elliptical trainers and 2 Bio-Step machines (special recumbent-style elliptical trainers often used in physical rehab programs). Seniors can also supplement their routines with an assortment of hand weights, stretch bands and balance balls. Plus, our Wii Fit equipment is so much fun you won't believe you're exercising. Annual membership is $50/individuals, $75/married couple and free for persons eligible for SilverSneakers®. Membership includes access to the fitness center and free attendance at all Fitness Center and SilverSneakers® classes. Not sure? Try it out with a $2 day pass.
SilverSneakers®
Classes: Water Exercise: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:00 am in the pool at The Hampton Inn. Open to all Hancock Co. Seniors age 60+--you do not need to be a fitness center member. Classes are by donation to help cover the cost of pool access. Pickleball: this fun, active, senior-friendly racquet sport is a cross between paddleball and badminton. Drop by the court located near the Picnic Pavilion. Open play and instruction is available Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:00 am. Open Play on Mondays & Wednesdays at 6:00 pm. Free to seniors, you do not need to be a Fitness Center member to play Pickleball.
Senior Fitness Partners:
Wellness Services Blood Pressure Clinics (FREE - walk-in basis) Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 AM. Clinics are also usually available on the 1st & 3rd Friday from 1:00-2:00 PM. Reflexology: Appointment required 419-423-8496. By donation. This ancient healing art applies pressure to core nerve points on the hands and/or feet to promote relaxation and healing.
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