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Event Dates/Times Location
Arthritis Foundation Fitness Varies  by location
Grand Rapids:
Salvation Army Center: M/W
Senior Neighbors Downtown: Tu/Th
Kentwood:
Kentwood Parks & Rec Center: M/F
Rockford:
North Kent Svc Center: Tu/Th
Sparta:
Sparta Sr. Neighbors Center: Th/Fri
Standale:
Walker Firehouse Cafe: M/F
EnhanceFitness Varies by location
Grand Rapids:
Baxter Comm. Center: M/W/F
United Methodist Comm. House: M/W/F
Grandville:
Grandville Sr. Neighbors Center: M/W/Th
Lowell:
Lowell United Methodist Church: M/W/F
Pins & Needles Crafts Club
30 Oct. 2008
and 6 Nov. 2008
6 p.m.
Grand Rapids:
Gaines Township Library
Strength Training Series
4 Nov. 2008-16 Dec. 2008
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Grand Rapids:
Spectrum Health, 665 Seward Ave. NW
Know Your Numbers, Protect Your Heart
5 Nov. 2008
7-8:30 p.m.
Forest Hills:
Forest Hills Fine Arts Center
Driving and Dementia
12 Nov. 2008
7-8:30 p.m.
Grand Rapids:
Spectrum Health, 665 Seward Ave. NW
Who's Loving You? Challenges of Family Caregiving
19 Nov. 2008
7-8:30 p.m.
Grand Rapids:
Spectrum Health, 665 Seward Ave. NW
Osteoporosis: Learning to Protect Your Bones
02 Dec. 2008
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Grand Rapids:
Spectrum Health, 665 Seward Ave. NW

Arthritis Foundation Fitness

  • Low-impact exercises developed specifically for people with arthritis or related conditions.
  • For information on dates, times, and locations, call Julie at 616 233-0283.

Driving and dementia

  • Join Christiana Getz from the Alzheimer’s Association for tips on when and how to address retirement from driving for persons with dementia. Practical strategies balancing independence and safety will be shared to assist care partners in making this difficult transition.
  • Registration is required. Call 616 391-5000.
  • Free parking on-site
  • Location: Spectrum Health Healthier Communities, 665 Seward Ave. NW. Suite 110, Classroom 114 Get driving directions

EnhanceFitness

  • Community-based physical activity program that's designed for fit and frail older adults.
  • For information on dates, times and locations, call Julie at 616 233-0283.

Know Your Numbers, Protect Your Heart

  • Blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL… It can be confusing! Do you know what YOUR numbers are? Do you know what those numbers SHOULD be? Most importantly, do you know WHY you should Know Your Numbers? Join Dr. Maurice Norman ND, Cardiologist, West Michigan Heart PC, for vital information to help you be proactive with your heart health. This session is offered through the Women’s Healthy Heart Program.

  • Registration: Registration is required. Call 616 391-5000. Free parking on site.

  • 600 Forest Hill Ave., Multipurpose Room  Get driving directions

Osteoporosis: Learning to Protect Your Bones

  • Learn about osteoporosis, its impact on your health, risk factors, the role of diet and calcium, testing and treatment. In addition, a physical therapist wil provide a basic posture and balance screening. Get practical suggestions on posture, body mechanics, improving your strength and balance, and exercise options.
  • Fee is $30. Free parking on site.
  • Registration: Call 616 391-5000.
  • Location: Spectrum Health Healthier Communities, 665 Seward Ave. NW. Suite 110, Classroom 112 Get driving directions

Pins and Needles Crafts Club

  • Bring your craft projects and spread out on our tables for some time away. For the Make & Take on October 30, join us for Flower Arranging. On November 6, we will be making recycled envelopes and magazine flowers.
  • Location: Gaines Township Library, 421 68th St., Grand Rapids  Get driving directions  
  • Registration is required. Call 616 647-3870. Space is limited, so register early.

Strength Training Series

  • Use free weights, theratubing, physioballs, and foam rollers to exercise and build strength. Emphasis is on movements that are safe and effective even if you have low bone mass from osteoporosis or osteopenia.
  • Fee is $75 for the 8-week series. Registration is required. Call 616 391-5000.
  • Free parking on-site.
  • Location: Spectrum Health Healthier Communities, 665 Seward Ave. NW. Suite 110 Get driving directions

Who's Loving You? Challenges of Family Caregiving

  • Do you have a loved one who is becoming less independent? Do you know when to consider support for yourself? Few caregivers realize the personal toll caregiving is taking on their time, relationships, resources and peace of mind until they are overwhelmed and exhausted. Join nursing professionals for an interactive session with practical tips on learning self care for caregiving.
  •  Fee is $10. Registration is required. Call 616 391-5000.
  • Free parking on-site
  • Location: Spectrum Health Healthier Communities, 665 Seward Ave. NW. Suite 110, Classroom 114 Get driving directions




Last modified 11/07/08