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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
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W.,
Suite 210, Classroom 210
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06/09/2010
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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Feldenkrais Method of Awareness Through Movement® (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 $60 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., Classroom 114
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05/13/2010 - 07/01/2010
Thursdays
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
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Feldenkrais Method of Awareness Through Movement® (FREE sample sessions)
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. 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., Classroom 113
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07/19/2010
Monday
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
08/19/2010
Thursday
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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Breast Cancer: Surviving the Journey
Join us to learn about support for you or someone you know who has breast cancer. Breast cancer can flood you, family and friends with many emotions. Experts from the Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion, West Michigan’s leading provider of breast health diagnostics, education and treatment will share information on the personal impact and emotions of breast cancer, before and after therapy. Lymphedema, hot flashes and other physical changes will also be discussed. Learn what resources and supports are available as you or someone you care about travels this journey. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Country Inn & Suites East Beltline (I-96 & East Beltline)
3251 Deposit Drive, Calvin Room |
05/25/2010
Tuesday
7:00– 9:00 p.m.
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Diabetes Cooking Made Simple
Do you or someone you know have diabetes and struggle with what to cook? This class will include how to prepare three quick, in-expensive and easy meals, including one crock-pot meal. You will learn cooking and shopping tips, enjoy samples of all meals and take home recipes. The recipes are simply delicious and are carbohydrate controlled and lower in fat! This class is led by certified diabetes educator and registered dietitian Lynn DeWitt. Fee for this session is $15. 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 |
04/19/2010
Monday
6:00– 7:30 p.m.
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Back and Neck Pain: Understanding Your Options
Join us to learn the latest information on back and neck pain. Christian VandenBerg, MD, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation and a Spectrum Health Center for Spine Care physician and Julie Tiedgen, physicial therapist, will help you understand some causes of back and neck pain, what and how diagnostic tests may be used, and what you can expect from therapy. You will also get practical information on how to care for your back. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 267-2626 to schedule.
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Cutlerville
Spectrum Health South Pavilion
80 68th Street SE, Community Room |
04/19/2010
Monday
6:00– 7:30 p.m.
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Alzheimer’s Disease: Know the 10 Signs – Early Detection Matters
May is Older Americans Month. Does getting older mean losing memory? Do you understand the difference between age-related memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease? Join Christiana Getz from the Alzheimer’s Association to learn the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, risk factors and the benefits of early detection, diagnosis and interventions. This session also includes information from families living with this disease and related myths and fears. 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 |
05/19/2010
Wednesday
7:00– 8:30 p.m.
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Spectrum Health Spine, Back and Neck Community Seminar Series
Treatment Options and New Techniques for Lumbar Stenosis, Presented by J. Todd Brown, DO, Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 486-5503 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Calvin College, Prince Conference Center
1800 East Beltline SE |
04/19/2010
Mondays
7:00– 8:00 p.m.
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Spectrum Health Spine, Back and Neck Community Seminar Series
Lumbar Disk Bulges, Herniations and Bone Spurs: Is Back Surgery for Me? Presented by Chris A. Sloffer, MD, Great Lakes Neurosurgical Associates PC. This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 486-5503 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Calvin College, Prince Conference Center
1800 East Beltline SE |
04/26/2010
Mondays
7:00– 8:00 p.m.
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Spectrum Health Spine, Back and Neck Community Seminar Series
Pain in the Neck! Management & Treatment Options for Cervical Spine Disorders, Presented by John F. Keller, MD, Great Lakes Neurosurgical Associates PC This session is free. Free parking on-site.
Call 616 486-5503 to schedule.
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Grand Rapids
Calvin College, Prince Conference Center
1800 East Beltline SE |
05/03/2010
Mondays
7:00– 8:00 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. |
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 |
06/07/2010
Monday
6:30 – 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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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W., Suite 110, Classroom #114 |
06/16/2010 - 07/21/2010
Wednesdays
6:00– 7:00 p.m.
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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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Grand Rapids
Spectrum Health Healthier Communities
665 Seward Ave. N.W., Suite 110, Classroom #114 |
07/28/2010 - 09/15/2010
Wednesdays
6:00– 7:00 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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