FALL PREVENTION WORKSHOP |
Presented by: Adam Hunt, DrPH, Injury Prevention Coordinator, Ocala Health Trauma Center Falls are a major threat to independence and quality of life for seniors. Don’t let the fear of falling rule your life; many falls can be prevented. See attached flyer for more information. |
Time:
Thursday,
September 5
10:00 - 1:00
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HEALTHY LIVING FOR THE BRAIN & BODY |
Presented by: Gargee Patel, MPH, Program Manager Alzheimer’s Association A healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia even for those with a higher genetic risk of developing these mind-destroying diseases. |
Time:
Thursday,
September 12
11:30 - 12:30
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HEALTHY AGING: TIPS FOR REINVENTING YOURSELF |
Presented by: Segismundo Pares, MD, Medical Director to
Life Care Center of Ocala, Board Certified Geriatric
Specialist. |
Time:
Thursday,
September 19
11:30 - 12:30
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HEALTHY AGING: AGING GRATEFULLY |
Presented by: Hortencia Owens, retired nurse, Healthy 55
Fit2Dance Instructor, Author of the Year 2019 - See My Glory
Now Read My Story |
Time:
Thursday,
September 26
11:30 - 12:30
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September Events |
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| Tuesdays,
Beginning Sept 3
9:30 - 10:30 |
SILVERSNEAKERS FLEX CLASS Instructor: Gail Crane, retired Physician Assistant.
Join Gail to experience the benefits of the FLEX fitness
classes which includes mild cardio, mild resistance/
weight training and stretch/flexibility and balance. |
| Every Wednesday,
Beginning Sept 4
9:00 - 10:00 |
CHAIR YOGA Instructor: Sandra Gilliland, certified yoga instructor.
Join Sandra to learn a gentle form of yoga that is
practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair
for support. A focus on deep breathing combined
with gentle movements taken to the practitioner’s
personal level. Chair Yoga is a great practice for
everyone, as it deepens flexibility and strengthens
personal body awareness.
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| Every Wednesday,
Beginning Sept 4
10:00 - 11:30 This Year’s Losses as a group: 50lbs!  |
TOPS: TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY Chapter Leader:
Rosemary Taddeo, Healthy 55
Member We started a new chapter at One Health Center and you are invited to experience a meeting as our guest!
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| Every Wednesday,
Beginning Sept 4
10:30 - 11:30 |
FIT 2 DANCE Instructor: Hortencia Owens, certified Senior Fitness
Instructor and nurse.
Join Hortencia as she reveals her passion for staying active through dance. She will instruct dance steps to all types of music to include jazz, carribean, latin, r&b & slow breathing dance movements. |
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| Wednesday,
September 4
1:00 - 3:00 |
MATINEE MOVIE & POPCORN Movie: The Blind Side The storyline features Michael Oher, an offensive lineman who was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens and follows his impoverished beginning to his position as one of the most highly coveted prospects in college football and member of the Ravens.  |
| Every Thursday,
Beginning Sept 5
9:45 - 10:30 |
SILVERSNEAKERS FLEX CLASS Instructor: Meredith Williams, certified
SilverSneakers instructor.
This is an advanced class for those who want a more challenging workout. |
| Thursday,
Sept 5
1:30 - 3:30 |
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT &
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM SERIES:
STRESS, DEPRESSION & DIABETES
Instructor: Betty Flagg, Administrator of Elder Options
Learn strategies to help control this chronic
condition. |
| Fridays,
Sept 6, 13, & 20
9:45 - 11:00 |
BREATHING, MEDITATION & DEEP
RELAXATION Instructor: Neelam Kohli, MD
Deep breathing with awareness relaxes the body which in turn relaxes the mind and brings peace, calmness and harmony to your being. Come join Dr. Kohli and see for yourself how this simple technique can unfold your life and bring you more happiness and freedom. |
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Friday,
September 6
11:00 - 12:30
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FLORIDA BLUE B-I-N-G-O Presenter: Mid Florida Agencies - Florida Blue.
Meet other Healthy 55 Members and win prizes!
Brunch will be served.
Sponsor: Mid-Florida Agencies - Florida Blue
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| Every Friday,
Beginning Sept 6
11:00 - 12:00 |
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS Instructor: Joan MacDonald, certified low-impact
aerobics instructor. Group exercise isn’t just a fantastic way to break a sweat. You also have tons of fun and make new friends along the way, both of which are hugely important when it comes to making exercise a habit! |
| Every Friday,
Beginning Sept 6
1:00 - 2:00 |
IN STITCHES Instructor: Linda Barilli, Healthy 55 Member.
Join our philanthropic group to knit laprobes for
nursing home residents & veterans to be delivered
by Thanksgiving. Yarn is provided.
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| Every Friday,
Beginning Sept 6
1:00 - 2:00 |
FLEXIBILITY AND BALANCE
Instructor: Leah Oxendine Miller, GMP certified
flexibility specialist and Silver Sneakers certified.
This is a class that teaches techniques of stabilization and ways to reactivate muscles that have not been used with simple techniques that will improve not only cognitive response to the brain and muscle but also stabilization and balance. |
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| Mondays,
Beginning Sept 9
9:30 - 10:30 |
PLAY TIME: ACTIVITIES TO STIMULATE
YOUR MIND AND BODY
Instructor: Instructor: Gail Crane, retired Physician Assistant.
Join Gail to let your inner child come out and play. She will offer weekly mind and body games to engage in both individual and team fitness activities. The level of activity will be adapted in line with the majority of the participants. |
| Mondays,
Beginning Sept 9
11:15 - 12:00
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BEGINNING TAI CHI Instructor: Mike Messmer, certified yoga instructor,
Too Your Health
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| Mondays,
Beginning Sept 9
12:30 - 1:30 |
GENTLE YOGA Instructor: Mike Messmer, certified yoga instructor,
Too Your Health |
| Monday,
September 9
1:00 - 3:00
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CREATIVE CARD CLASS
Instructor: Susan Ricks, Stampin’Up Demonstrator.
Fee: $10 to create 3 different cards. |
| Every Tuesday,
Beginning Sept 10
11:00 - 11:55 |
ABSOLUTE BEGINNER LINE DANCING Instructor: Marilyn McNeal.
For the brand new line dancer! This class introduces you to basic Line Dance steps and combinations. Step patterns are described, practiced and used in easy, fun dances. |
| Every Tuesday,
Beginning Sept 10
12:00 - 1:00 |
BEGINNER PLUS LINE DANCING Facilitated by: Marilyn McNeal. You must have some dance experience to participate in this class, and know basic line dance terminology. Enjoy learning dances that are currently popular. Some higher level dances will also be taught as we progress. |
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| Tuesday,
Sept 10
1:30 - 2:30 |
BRAIN TEASERS & TRIVIA:
MOVIES & POPULAR TV SHOWS Facilitated by: Brenda Williams, Healthy 55 Coordinator
Join Brenda to test your knowledge of the TV shows &
movies that were a hit in the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s.
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| Wednesday,
Sept 11
12:30 - 1:30 |
GAMES, GAMES, GAMES & BUNCO Facilitated by: Brenda Williams, Healthy 55 Coordinator
Do you want to learn a new board game/card game or
need an extra player? Join us to play your favorite game
and meet new Healthy 55 members. Join Amy for an open discussion on Diabetes. |
| Wednesday,
Sept 11
2:00 - 3:00 HEALTHY AGING MONTH |
HEALTHY AGING: NUTRITION/DIET &
ARTHRITIS Presented by: Amy Freeman, RDN, LDN, CDE, ACE-HC,
Certified Diabetes Educator - Ocala Health Join Amy to learn about the super foods that help improve the symptoms of inflammation and arthritis. |
| Tuesday,
September 17
10:30 - 12:00 |
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Facilitated by: Amy Waller, ARNP, Diabetes Educator
Friends and family members are invited to attend. Join
Amy for an open discussion on Diabetes.
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| Tuesday,
September 17
2:00 - 3:00 |
AAA TRAVEL - ALASKA WITH PRINCESS
CRUISES
Facilitated by: Ted Knight, Business Development
Manager, Princess Cruises 
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| Wednesday,
Sept 18
11:30 - 12:30 HEALTHY AGING MONTH |
HEALTHY AGING: TIPS FOR A HEALTHY
BRAIN Presented by:
Katrina Agito, MD, Endocrinologist at One
Health Center A strong memory depends on the health and vitality of your brain. Join Dr. Agito as she reveals ways to boost your brain power..  |
| Thursday,
Sept 19
1:30 - 2:30 |
HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON PRESCRIPTION
MEDICATIONS Presented by: Shawn Griffin, Florida Medicare Options
Agent |
| Thursday,
September 19
5:45 - 7:45 |
CREATIVE PAINTING: ACRYLICS Instructor: Sheila Ramos, owner of the Artist Hub. Cost: $15.00, covers all supplies. |
| Saturday,
Sept 21
9:00 - 1:00 |
BETTER HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO &
CAR SHOW Instructor: ALL proceeds of this event will go the
American Cancer Society!    |
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| Tuesday,
Sept 24
1:30 - 2:30 |
BRAIN TEASERS: 70’s & 80’s TRIVIA Facilitated by: Brenda Williams, Healthy 55 Coordinator
Play as an individual or a group. Prizes Awarded! |
| Wednesday,
Sept 25
9:00 - 3:00 HEALTHY AGING MONTH |
HEALTHY AGING: CELEBRATING NATIONAL
WOMEN’S HEALTH & FITNESS DAY EVENTS: Chair Yoga with Sandra 9:00 - 10:00 Fit2Dance with Hortencia 10:30 - 11:30 Silversneakers with Gail 12:30 - 1:30 Low Impact Aerobics with Joan 2:00 - 3:00 |
| Thursday,
Sept 26
1:30 - 2:30 |
PALM TREES Facilitated by:
Audrey Edwards, Master Gardener
Join Audrey and learn what palm trees grow in our area
and how to care for them.
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