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Advance Directives and Living Wills
Have you ever thought about who would made medical decisions for you if you were not able? Have you heard about a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care? Do you know what an Advance Directive or Living Will is? Do you really need one? If you want to learn about your right to appoint someone to make treatment decisions for you when you are unable to do so, please join Nan Hunt, LMSW, CMAC for this informative session. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Frederik and Lena Meijer Heart Center
100 Michigan St. N.E.
Conference Rooms 8811 & 8812
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01/27/2010
Wednesday
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
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Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Low impact exercises that you can do either sitting or standing to help relieve stiffness and pain and build strength. Developed especially for people with arthritis or related conditions. Several two-day a week sessions are available.
Call Senior Neighbors at 616 459-6019 for the location and time that works for you.
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Grand Rapids
United Methodist Community House
904 Sheldon Ave SE
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Mondays and Wednesdays
10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
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Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Low impact exercises that you can do either sitting or standing to help relieve stiffness and pain and build strength. Developed especially for people with arthritis or related conditions. Several two-day a week sessions are available.
Call Senior Neighbors at 616 459-6019 for the location and time that works for you.
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Grand Rapids
Salvation Army Senior Program
1235 E. Fulton |
Mondays and Wednesdays
10:15-10:45 a.m.
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Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Low impact exercises that you can do either sitting or standing to help relieve stiffness and pain and build strength. Developed especially for people with arthritis or related conditions. Several two-day a week sessions are available.
Call Senior Neighbors at 616 459-6019 for the location and time that works for you.
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Grand Rapids
Senior Neighbors Grand Rapids Senior Center
333 S. Division
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Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:00-10:45 a.m.
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Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Low impact exercises that you can do either sitting or standing to help relieve stiffness and pain and build strength. Developed especially for people with arthritis or related conditions. Several two-day a week sessions are available.
Call Senior Neighbors at 616 459-6019 for the location and time that works for you.
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Rockford
Rockford Reformed Church
4890 11 Mile
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Tuesdays and Thursdays
10:10 – 11:00 a.m.
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Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Low impact exercises that you can do either sitting or standing to help relieve stiffness and pain and build strength. Developed especially for people with arthritis or related conditions. Several two-day a week sessions are available.
Call Senior Neighbors at 616 459-6019 for the location and time that works for you.
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Sparta
Sparta Senior Neighbors Center
Harvest Way
100 Ida Red
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Tuesdays and Fridays
10:30-11:15 a.m.
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Balance and Bones Sampler: Helping to Protect Your Bones
Help your balance and your bones. No matter what your bone health, join Spectrum Health physical therapists for this interactive session to learn how to protect your bones and prevent falls. You will have an opportunity to try balance and core exercises, strength training and Feldenkrais to increase coordination. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 210, Classroom 210
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02/16/2010
Tuesday
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
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Breast Cancer: The Road to Diagnosis
Join Jane Pettinga MD, clinical advisor for breast oncology for the Spectrum Health Cancer Program and a panel of experts from Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion to learn the latest information on diagnosing breast cancer. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Country Inn and Suites
3251 Deposit Dr.
Aquinas Room |
01/26/2010
Tuesday
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Breast Cancer: Treatment Options
Jane Pettinga MD, clinical advisor for breast oncology for the Spectrum Health Cancer Program and other cancer professionals from the Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion will share the latest information about current options for breast cancer treatment, using the health care team to help with decision-making, what to expect during treatment and support for the journey. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Country Inn and Suites
3251 Deposit Dr.
Aquinas Room |
03/23/2010
Tuesday
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Cooking for Your Heart: Cut Cholesterol, Not Taste
Join Jill Graybill, RD as she demonstrates how to use your kitchen to lower your cholesterol. Jill will share hints on healthy, appetizing, low-cholesterol cooking and let you taste some samples. Learn how to become cholesterol-savvy with your everyday cooking. This event is sponsored by the Spectrum Health Women’s Healthy Heart Program. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 210, Classroom 210 |
03/29/2010
Monday
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
04/12/2010
Monday
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
04/14/2010
Wednesday
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
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Feldenkrais Method of Awareness Through Movement® (6 or 8 Week Series)
Well-known in Europe and the West Coast, the Feldenkrais Method of Awareness Through Movement ® is the ultimate mind-body activity for all fitness levels. Natalie Howard, MS, PT, CFP guides you through subtle movements to exercise your brain's ability to coordinate your body for sports, balance, posture, and ordinary daily activities. By moving more efficiently, you can prevent injury, reduce strain, increase strength and flexibility and improve performance. Please bring a mat or blanket to lie down on. Fee is $45 for this 6 week series or $60 for this 8 week series. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine MVP Professional Building
4085 Burton St. S.E., Suite 100
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01/20/2010 - 03/10/2010
Wednesdays
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
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Fitness Program (23 Sessions)
This weekly fitness program is designed to promote health by providing opportunities for fitness/wellness through aerobic and aquatic exercise, strength training, and increased personal fitness. Each session led by a master’s prepared Wellness Educator and Certified Personal Trainer will include 45 minutes of fitness activity/exercise,
and use of fitness equipment and facilities.
Registration for this program is limited to 25 participants. Cost is $23 (supplemented by Kent County Senior Millage)
Registration: Call GRCC Continuing Education & Professional Development at 616 234-3400, or e-mail them at continuingeducation@grcc.edu. Online registration is also available at www.grcclearn.com (click on Older Learner Center).
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Grand Rapids
GRCC Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse
Room 304 |
01/08/2010 - 06/18/2010
Fridays
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
(Excludes
Good Friday, 04/02/2010)
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Getting to the Heart of the Matter: Women & Heart Disease
Do you and your doctor know your risk for heart disease? Guidelines for a woman’s risk of heart disease have changed. Join JoAnne Foody, MD, a nationally know cardiologist from Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, who will dispel myths about risk levels of heart disease in women, discuss how stress and vitamin D levels affect women’s hearts, explain how to talk to your doctor and teach women how to lower their personal risk. This event is sponsored by the Spectrum Health Women’s Healthy Heart Program. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Appetizers start at 5:30 p.m. Lecture begins at 6:00 p.m.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
1000 East Beltline Ave. N.E.
Grand Room |
02/01/2010
Monday
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Grand Rapids Breathers' Club Support Group Meeting
These educational and social meetings are designed to promote respiratory health and a better sense of well being. Open to all who
are concerned about living with chronic lung diseases such as asthma, COPD, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. Free and includes a light lunch.
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Grand Rapids
Priority Health Conference Center
3111 Leonard NE |
05/10/2010
06/14/2010
07/12/2010
08/09/2010
09/13/2010
10/11/2010
Monday
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
Many older adults are afraid to participate in activities because of fear of falling. Matter of Balance is an evidence-based, award winning program designed to manage this fear and safely increase activity. Learn how to look at falls and the fear of falls as something you can control, set realistic goals for activity, reduce fall risk factors and use exercise to increase strength and balance. This program is designed for individuals who are independently mobile and able to problem solve. Please join us to increase your confidence and maintain your independence. Fee is $10 for this 8 week series. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 233-0283 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Breton Ridge
2772 Pfeiffer Woods Dr. |
02/11/2010 - 04/01/2010
Thursdays
1:00 – 3:00p.m.
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Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
Many older adults are afraid to participate in activities because
of fear of falling. Matter of Balance is an evidence-based, award
winning program designed to manage this fear and safely increase
activity. Learn how to look at falls and the fear of falls as something
you can control, set realistic goals for activity, reduce fall risk
factors and use exercise to increase strength and balance. This program
is designed for individuals who are independently mobile and able to
problem solve. Please join us to increase your confidence and maintain
your independence. Fee is $10 for this 8 week series. Free parking
on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 110, Classroom 115 |
03/03/2010 - 04/21/2010
Wednesdays
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. |
Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
Many older adults are afraid to participate in activities because
of fear of falling. Matter of Balance is an evidence-based, award
winning program designed to manage this fear and safely increase
activity. Learn how to look at falls and the fear of falls as something
you can control, set realistic goals for activity, reduce fall risk
factors and use exercise to increase strength and balance. This program
is designed for individuals who are independently mobile and able to
problem solve. Please join us to increase your confidence and maintain
your independence. Fee is $10 for this 8 week series. Free parking
on-site.
Call 616 233-0283 to register.
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Rockford
Rockford Ambulance Center
8450 Schaner NE
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03/04/2010 - 04/22/2010
Thursdays
1:00 – 3:00p.m. |
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 will provide basic posture and balance screening. Practical suggestions will be shared including posture, body mechanics, strength and balance improvement and exercise options. Fee is $30*. Spectrum Health directly bills all insurance companies for this class. Free parking on-site.
*Your insurance may or may not cover the cost of this class. You will be responsible for any part of the bill not covered by your insurance.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 210, Classroom 210 |
03/15/2010
Monday
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
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Putting Your Diabetes Meal Plan Into Practice: It’s All About the Portions
Healthy eating is an important part of managing your diabetes. If you sometimes wonder what and how much to eat, join Pat O’Neill, RD, certified diabetes educator for this interactive session to help you consistently follow your meal plan and take home written menus. Fee is $10. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 210, Classroom 210 |
03/16/2010
Tuesday
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
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Standing Straighter, Taller and Stronger
These exercise sessions are based on Sarah Meeks' "Patterns of Postural Change" and led by a physical therapist. The class focuses on flexibility of the spine and strength of the core muscles. This session is appropriate for everyone, even the beginning exerciser and safe for those with osteoporosis. Fee is $60 for this 6 week series. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to schedule.
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Grandville
Spectrum Health West Pavilion
6105 Wilson St., S.W.
PT Gym
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03/01/2010 - 04/05/2010
Mondays
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
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Strength and Stretch Class (29 Sessions)
If you are looking to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and range of motion, this class is for you! Strength training helps reduce and reverse the effects of Osteoporosis, so what are you waiting for, sign up now! Yoga, Pilates, and hand weights will all be incorporated into this class. Exercises will be shown that you can continue practicing in your own home! Registration for this program is limited to 25 participants. Cost: $29 (supplemented by Kent County Senior Millage)
Registration: Call GRCC Continuing Education & Professional Development at 616 234-3400, or e-mail them at continuingeducation@grcc.edu. Online registration is also available at www.grcclearn.com (click on Older Learner Center).
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Grand Rapids
GRCC Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse
Room 304 |
01/18/2010 - 04/28/2010
Fridays
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
(Excludes
Good Friday, 04/02/2010)
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Strength Training
Join us for a program that uses free weights, theratubing, physioballs, and foam rollers. Emphasis will be on movements that are safe and effective for persons with low bone mass as seen with osteopenia or osteoporosis. Class size is limited to allow for individual coaching as needed. Please wear comfortable, layered clothing and bring an exercise mat. Please bring free weights for arm strengthening in the 3rd week of class. Fee is $75 for this 8 week series. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grandville
Spectrum Health West Pavilion
6105 Wilson St., S.W.
PT Gym |
04/12/2010 - 06/07/2010
Mondays
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (Excludes Memorial Day, 05/31/2010)
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Tai Chi: Exercise Through Gentle Movement (6 or 8 Week Series)
Tai Chi is a controlled method of gentle physical exercise and stretching using a series of positions or movements done in a slow, graceful manner. Anyone, regardless of age or physical ability, can practice Tai Chi. If you have balance issues, want to improve your endurance, strengthen your core muscles, or safely exercise with osteoporosis, you may find this series helpful. Spectrum Health physical therapists will help you discover the potential health benefits of Tai Chi. Fee is $60 for 6 week series or $75 for 8 week series. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grandville
Spectrum Health West Pavilion
6105 Wilson St., S.W.
PT Gym
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01/14/2010 - 02/18/2010
Thursdays
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Tai Chi: Exercise Through Gentle Movement (6 or 8 Week Series)
Tai Chi is a controlled method of gentle physical exercise and
stretching using a series of positions or movements done in a slow,
graceful manner. Anyone, regardless of age or physical ability, can
practice Tai Chi. If you have balance issues, want to improve your
endurance, strengthen your core muscles, or safely exercise with
osteoporosis, you may find this series helpful. Spectrum Health
physical therapists will help you discover the potential health
benefits of Tai Chi. Fee is $60 for 6 week series or $75 for
8 week series. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to register.
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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 110, Classroom 115 |
03/24/2010 - 05/12/2010
Wednesdays
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
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Water Aerobics (16 Sessions)
Get the workout you need without all of the stress to your joints! You will get a great cardio and strength workout in the water. Participants are encouraged to work and progress at their own pace while enjoying GRCC’s pool! Registration for this class is limited to 25 participants.
Cost: $16 (supplemented by Kent County Senior Millage)
Registration: Call GRCC Continuing Education & Professional Development at 616 234-3400, or e-mail them at continuingeducation@grcc.edu. Online registration is also available at www.grcclearn.com (click on Older Learner Center).
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Grand Rapids
Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse Pool
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04/21/2010 - 08/04/2010
Wednesdays
1:15 - 2:15 p.m.
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