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Registration is Free. Complementary light lunch served at presentations. Seating is limited.

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HEALTHY 55 DISTINGUISHED LECTURE SERIES

Join us and take your first steps toward better health!

COMPLEMENTARY LIGHT LUNCH SERVED, SEATING IS LIMITED.

Registration is free & required for all seminars.

Amy Waller, ARNP

HEART HEALTH AND DIABETES

Presented by: Amy Waller, ARNP, Diabetes Educator
Diabetes is a significant threat to the cardiovascular health of many americans. Adults with diabetes are 2 to 4 times more likely to have heart disease than people without diabetes. Join Amy as she discusses the critical link between diabetes and heart disease.

Time: Thursday, February 7 11:30 - 12:30
Location: One Health Center
1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala FL

Leonard Savino, MD

WOMEN AND HEART DISEASE

Presented by: Leonard Savino, MD, Cardiologist at One Health Center.
Heart attacks in women can have different causes and risks than men. Join Dr. Savino as he discusses the differences in symptoms between men and women.

Time: Thursday, February 14 11:30 - 12:30
Location: One Health Center
1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala FL

Timothy Carver, Paramedic

MOCK STROKE

Presented by: Timothy Carver, Paramedic, Ocala Fire & Rescue.
Join Mr. Carver and learn the signs and symptoms of a stroke and attend a demonstration of the protocols used during a 911 call.

SPOT A STROKE

Time: Thursday, February 28 11:30 - 12:30
Location: One Health Center
1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala FL

Segismundo Pares, MD

CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE: WHAT IS IT?

Presented by: Segismundo Pares, MD, Medical Director of Life Care Center.
COPD is an umbrella term for a number of lung diseases that prevent proper breathing. Three of the most common conditions are emphysema, chronic bronchitus, and chronic asthma. Join Dr. Pares as he discusses the main causes of COPD, symptoms and available treatment options.

Time: Thursday, February 21 11:30 - 12:30
Location: One Health Center
1714 SW 17th Street, Ocala FL

Upcoming Events

February Events

  Sick Injured
  Sick Injured
Every Friday, Beginning Feb 1 9:00 - 11:00

No New Registrants after February 1
MATTER OF BALANCE WORKSHOP
Presented by: Adam J. Hunt, DrPH, MBA, Injury Prevention Coordinator at Ocala Health and Lea Caruso, Clinic Operations Manager for Strive Health and Rehabilitation.

An 8 week structured group that emphasizes practical strategies to learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to increase activity, change the environment to reduce risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance.

Class size is limited.

Every Friday, Beginning Feb 1 11:00 - 12:00
LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
Instructor: Jessica Watson, 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 Feb 1 1:00 - 2:00
FLEXIBILITY AND BALANCE
Instructor: Leah Oxendine Miller, GMP certified flexibility specialist and Silver Sneakers certified.
This is a class that offers techniques of stabilization and how 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.
Every Friday Beginning Feb 1 1:00 - 2:00
IN STITCHES
Instructor: Linda Barilli.
This is a class for those who enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery and needlepoint. Everyone is welcome to join in and share their love for their craft. Please bring your own needles and supplies.
 
Every Monday, Beginning Feb 4 9:30 - 10:30
PLAY TIME: ACTIVITIES TO STIMULATE YOUR MIND AND BODY
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.
Every Monday, Beginning Feb 4 11:15 - 12:00
BEGINNING TAI CHI
Instructor: Mike Messmer, certified yoga instructor with Too Your Health. Join Mike as he teaches the beginner level of Yang Style Tai Chi.
Every Tuesday, Beginning Feb 5 9:00 - 10:00
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 Tuesday, Beginning Feb 5 10:15 - 10:55
INTRODUCTION TO LINE DANCING
Instructor: Marilyn McNeal.
For the brand new line dancer!
Every Tuesday, Beginning Feb 5 11:00 - 11:55
ABSOLUTE BEGINNER LINE DANCING
Instructor: Marilyn McNeal.
This class is for those who have learned the basic step patterns previously learned in an introduction to line dance class. The class is progressive and always adding new dances.
Every Tuesday, Beginning Feb 5 12:00 - 1:00
HIGH BEGINNER LINE DANCING CLASS
Instructor: Marilyn McNeal.
This class is for experienced line dancers only.

  SERVICES INCLUDE
Every Wednesday, Beginning Feb 6 9:00 - 10:00
CHAIR YOGA
Instructor: Jessica Watson, certified yoga instructor. Join Jessica 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 strenghtens personal body awareness.
Every Wednesday, Beginning Feb 6 10:00 - 11:00
INTRODUCTION TO TOPS: TAKING OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY
Presented by: Judy Dunn of Taking off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS).
We are starting a new chapter at One Health Center and you are invited!
  • Come to our informational meeting.
  • Discover our proven weight-loss methods.
  • Experience group support, wellness education & more.
  • Free to try - just $32 to join
Every Thursday, Beginning Feb 7 9:30 - 10:30
SILVERSNEAKERS FLEX CLASS
Instructor: Meredith Williams, certified SilverSneakers instructor, Next Step Fitness Instructor.
This is an advanced class for those who want a more challenging workout.
Thursday, February 7 1:30 - 3:30
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT & EDUCATION PROGRAM SERIES: THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF BLOOD SUGAR - WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
Presenter: Betty Flagg, Administration, Elder Options. What you should know about the highs and lows of blood sugars and how they effect your body.

  CONSERVATIVE FOOT & ANKLE CARE
Thursday, February 7 2:00 - 3:30
HEART HEALTHY DIET
Presenter: Jessie Driggers, Health Educator, Health Education, Florida Department of Health in Marion County. Join Jessie as she reveals the simple steps you can take for long term benefits to your health and your heart.

Monday, February 11 1:00 - 2:00
COOKING DEMONSTRATION WITH CHEF GENIE
Instructor: Chef Genie Worthman, Marion Technical College.

Wednesday, February 13 12:00 - 2:00
CRAFT: HEART RIBBON SWAG
Instructor: Sheila Ramos, owner of the Artist Hub.HEART RIBBON SWAG
Cost: $10.00, includes all supplies.
Wednesday, February 13 1:00 - 2:30
CPR TRAINING
Instructor: Ken Warren, Instructor with Marion CPR Training.
Cost: $10.00, Education workshop and hands-on CPR training.
Thursday, February 14 1:30 - 3:30
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT & EDUCATION PROGRAM SERIES: USING EXERCISE TO HELP MANAGE DIABETES
Presenter: Betty Flagg, Administration, Elder Options How to overcome barriers that prevent exercising.
Thursday, February 14 2:00 - 4:00

B-I-N-G-O: THE BEAT GOES ON
Presenter: Shirley Hamilton, Healthy 55 Volunteer.
Cost: $10 for 3 cards or $20 for 6 cards Grand Prize $200. Raffle prizes and 50/50
ALL PROCEEDS DONATED TO THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
  BINGO
Fridays, Feb 15 & 22 10:00 - 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.
The session of breathing takes you to meditation and relaxation. Come join and see for yourself how this simple technique can unfold your life and bring you more happiness and freedom.
Monday, February 18 1:00 - 3:00
CREATIVE CARD CLASS
Instructor: Susan Ricks, Stampin’Up Demonstrator.
Fee: $10 to create 3 different cards.
Tuesday, February 19 2:30 - 3:30
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.
Wednesday, February 20 1:00 - 2:00
BRAIN GAMES: BRAIN TEASERS
Presented by: Brenda Williams, Healthy 55 Coordinator at One Health Center. Brain teasers, riddles, puzzles, and logical problems to engage your mind.
Thursday, February 21 1:30 - 3:30
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT & EDUCATION PROGRAM SERIES: HEALTHY EATING FOR CONTROLLING BLOOD SUGARS
Presenter: Betty Flagg, Administration, Elder Options What, how much, and when can I eat to control blood sugar?
 
Thursday, February 21 1:30 - 3:00
MEDICARE 101: EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF MEDICARE
Presented by: Daniel Antonov, Cornerstone Insurance and Financial Services.
Thursday, February 21 5:45 - 7:45
NIGHT OF CREATIVE PAINTING: INFINITY BOARD
Instructor: Sheila Ramos, owner of the Artist Hub.NIGHT OF CREATIVE PAINTING
Cost: $15.00, includes all supplies. Acrylic on canvas infinity board - industrial or country.
Tuesday, February 26 1:30 - 2:30
HOW YOUR HOUSE PLANTS CAN IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND HOW TO CARE FOR THEM!
Presented by: Pat Burns, Master Gardener.

Thursday, February 28 1:30 - 3:30
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT & EDUCATION PROGRAM SERIES: PREVENTING DIABETES COMPLICATIONS
Presenter: Betty Flagg, Administration, Elder Options. Diabetes can effect the brain, teeth, eyes and kidneys. Learn how to reduce the damage caused by diabetes.

Thursday, February 28 2:00 - 3:00
OCALA FOUNDER’S DAY 150th YEAR CELEBRATION
Presenter: Mayor Ken Quinn. Join Mayor Quinn as he reveals the history of Ocala as well as our current economy and future challenges.

 
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