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Health Maintenance Talk
Many older adults have on-going or chronic health conditions that require continual maintenance. Hear from retired family physician, Marvin Murdaugh, MD, on "A Woman's Health and Maintenance" on Friday, November 14, 2 p.m. Free for members and $2 for nonmembers.
Laughter, the Best Medicine!
Join this fun class that’s all about finding the humor in life. Led by center member James Hollingsworth. Thursdays, November 20 and December 18, 10-11 a.m. Free for members and $2 for nonmembers.
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Exercise is one of the best ways to reduce pain and stiffness. This course covers gentle exercises, stretching, strengthening, endurance exercises, relaxation techniques, and much more. Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 13-March 5, 1-2 p.m. $5 for members and $16 for nonmembers.
Generic Advantage
Myths exist around the use of generics. This session will address these myths and provide the facts. Plus, discuss how generics can save you money on your prescriptions. Presented by CVS Pharmacist in partnership with the National Council on Aging on Wednesday, November 12, 3 p.m. Free for members and $2 nonmembers.
Lunch with Dr. Lutz
Enjoy participating in straightforward and open conversations on various health topics with Myron Lutz, MD. The topic on Thursday, November 6, 12:30-1:30 p.m. is Chronic Kidney Disease and the topic on Thursday, November 20, 12:30-1:30 p.m. is Multiple Sclerosis. The topic on Thursday, December 11, 12:30-1:30 p.m. is Bruising/Bleeding Disorder. We invite participants to bring their own brown bag lunch to the event. Free for members and $5 for nonmembers.
EnhanceWellness
EnhanceWellness is a comprehensive health promotion program assisting people in making changes in their lives—from losing weight to improving social lives to adjusting to retirement. Get started today! Simply stop by the front desk and ask for your EnhanceWellness welcome packet. Free for members and $55 for nonmembers.
Let's Do Health!
Shingles can affect anyone who may have been exposed to the chicken pox virus. Dr. Gail Rearden, with Roper St. Francis Healthcare will discuss risk factors, treatment and prevention. Refreshments provided. Tuesday, December 9, 10 a.m. Offered in partnership with Roper St. Francis Advantage. Free for Advantage Gold and Lowcountry Senior Center members. $5 for nonmembers.
Bone Health: Osteoporosis
Learn more about osteoporosis - the types, causes, symptoms, treatments, and what you can do to reduce your risk. Presented by CVS pharmacist in partnership with the National Council on Aging on Wednesday, December 10, 3 p.m. Free for members and $2 for nonmembers.
Sensory Changes
Ever wonder "What's happening to me?" Hear about noted sensory changes that occur from Interim Healthcare on Monday, November 10, 10 a.m. Free for members and nonmembers.
Matter of Balance
Many older adults experience concern about falling and as a result restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. You will learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home, and exercise to increase strength and balance.
This is an eight week course led by trained facilitators. The Lowcountry Senior Center is pleased to announce that this course will be offered at the center and other sites across the community. To find more information about this course or find the site nearest to you please call us at (843) 762-9555.
Lowcountry Senior Center
Thursdays, January 15-March 5, 2009
Ashley Park Retirement Community
Mondays, January 5-March 2, 2009
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