Fall 2025 Activity Guide

Older Adult Older Adult Wellness Programs THE JAMES MOBILE EDUCATION KITCHEN SERIES | 50+ YRS Cameron Stauffer, RD, LD & Chef Michael Carnahan, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Join the Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute as they educate our community about healthy, cancer-preventative foods and how to prepare these foods not only in tasty ways, but in ways everyone can understand and do at home. Cooking demonstration includes one to two samples to tickle your taste buds. GARDEN GROCERY BAG: HOW TO USE UP GARDEN HARVEST OR FARMER’S MARKET FINDS Menu Includes: Eggplant Sliders with Red Pepper Relish and Chickpea Salad with Herb and Anchovy (optional) Dressing 553635 A 11 am-Noon F 9/12 FALL FAVORITES: SEASONAL DISHES THAT WARM YOUR HEART! Menu Includes: Pumpkin and Rosemary Whole Grain Pasta and Apple Cinnamon Crepes 553636 A 11 am-Noon F 10/10 COZY CLASSICS: GRILLED HEALTHY STUFFED PANINIS AND SOUPS THAT MAKE FALL COZY Menu Includes: Spinach and Ricotta Panini and White 11/14 WINTER BREAKFAST GET-TOGETHER: KEEP YOUR FRIENDS CLOSE IN THE WINTER WITH THESE GREAT DISHES Menu Includes: Gingerbread Pancakes with Chicken Sausage and Granola Crusted Fruit Tarts 553638 A 11 am-Noon F 12/12 BCCC. Level 2, OSU Demo Kitchen $15 R-BCCC M | $18 NR Bean and Leek Chowder 553637 A 11 am-Noon F Earn your American Heart Association (AHA) certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Class taught by AHA certified instructor Betty Giammar, RN. Includes use of manikins and personal instruction. Participants receive AHA certificate after completing class requirements. A $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor the day of the class, exact cash. 553554 A 1-3 pm W 11/5 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B A $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor the day of the class, exact cash. FEARLESS CPR | 50+ YRS Betty Giammar, RN, BSN

INTRODUCTION TO MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION | 50+ YRS Linnea Clouse

Learn simple ways to be kinder to yourself during stressful moments. This two-hour introductory class explores what Mindful Self-Compassion is and how it helps us meet challenges with greater kindness and awareness. Participants engage in mindfulness practices, self-compassion exercises, and small and large group discussion. Practices are simple, research-based, and support emotional well-being. Ideal for anyone feeling stressed, self-critical, or curious about mindfulness and/or self compassion. No prior meditation experience is required. 553605 A 12-2 pm F 9/5 BCCC, Level 2, Program Room A $29 R-BCCC M | $35 NR BETTER BREATHERS GROUP | 50+ YRS Judy Fasone If you, or someone you know, is living with a chronic lung disease like COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, or lung cancer, consider joining us at this welcoming support group. This group is led by an American Lung Association trained facilitator, Judy Fasone, RN. Judy helps you learn better ways to cope with your diagnosis and live life to the fullest with chronic lung disease during these regularly scheduled educational programs. Plus, it’s fun and enriching to connect with others. Each week we find ways to support each other through listening, educational topics the group decides on, and simple ways to get moving in sitting and standing positions. In addition to this group, Judy encourages you to sign up for the Just One Step Walking Club that follows this group immediately after to increase your endurance. 553606 A 10-11 am M 9/8-9/29 553606 B 10-11 am M 10/6-10/27 553606 C 10-11 am M 11/3-11/24 553606 D 10-11 am M 12/1-12/29 (skip 12/22) BCCC, Level 2, Program Room B $20 R-BCCC M | $24 NR O 4 sessions JUST ONE STEP WALKING CLUB | 50+ YRS Judy Fasone Your facilitator, Judy Fasone, is a nurse and somatic therapist, that offers suggestions to help you improve your posture and your endurance. You walk at your own pace with the support of the facilitator. Walking with the group is not the goal. We all have our own pace. If you can walk 15 feet without becoming winded, you are ready for this group! If you have a cane a walker or rollator, bring it along. Going for a walk with one or more friends is a form of socializing, which is essential for good health. Socializing helps stave off isolation and loneliness, which are

associated with other chronic diseases. 553607 A 11:15 am-12:15 pm M

9/22-9/29 2 sessions 10/6-10/27

$4 R-BCCC M | $6 NR

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553607 B 11:15 am-12:15 pm M 553607 C 11:15 am-12:15 pm M 11/3-11/24 553607 D 11:15 am-12:15 pm M 12/1-12/29 (skip 12/22) BCCC, Level 5, Track (meet near stairwell entrance) $8 R-BCCC M | $10 NR O 4 sessions

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