Fall 2023

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA SERIES | 50+ YRS Join others in learning how to navigate Alzheimer’s & Dementia disease processes in this special series. The goal is to provide care and support to those affected with these challenging diagnoses. Both those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s & Dementia and their caregivers welcome.

HUMOR IS THE BEST MEDICINE Joel Wrobbel, Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber Discover how laughter can impact your life for the better as you navigate your retirement years. Learn several strategies on how to make laughter part of your everyday. Learn about whole person wellness and how humor is integral to a life well lived. 553401 A 10-11 am Tu 9/5 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ TAI CHI: A TRADITIONAL ART IN THE 21ST CENTURY Joe Shamis Tai Chi is a martial art rooted in ancient Chinese culture that has spread throughout China and the world. Studies show that it helps with overall physical and mental wellbeing, along with problems related to aging. Being a traditional art, originally taught in a master-disciple relationship, there are some challenges in bringing it to the modern world. However, these problems are being overcome and Tai Chi is being carried on as part of our world heritage. Learn more on how Tai Chi can help your overall wellbeing. 553402 A 10-11 am Tu 10/3 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA Alzheimer’s Association Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, research and FDA-approved treatments. 553662 A 10-11 am Tu 9/12 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO DEMENTIA-RELATED BEHAVIORS Alzheimer’s Association Review caregiver tips and strategies to respond to some common behaviors exhibited by individuals living with dementia, such as agitation, confusion and more. 553663 A 10-11 am Tu 10/10 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Alzheimer’s Association

FALLS PREVENTION Upper Arlington CARES Fear of falling is something that we all have experienced one time or another. Do you know how to help prevent falls? Do you know what to do if you do fall? The Upper Arlington CARES team brought to you by the UA Fire Division helps answer some of these questions and provides you with resources to manage these situations. 553403 A 10-11 am Tu 11/7 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ EXERCISE BENEFIT FOR CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH Dr. Andrew Hornick, MD, Cardiologist Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Everyone knows exercise is good - but can we quantify just how good it is for our overall health and heart health? Have you ever wondered why your step counter recommends 10,000 steps, or what type of exercise is best for your long term health? This talk delves into the scientific evidence behind the amount and type of exercise that is recommended. 553404 A 10-11 am Tu 12/5 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ Explore ways that Alzheimer’s and other dementias affect an individual’s ability to communicate across different stagesand get tips to better communicate with people living with the disease. 553664 A 10-11 am Tu 11/14 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA LAUGHTER YOGA Senior Star Laughter Yoga exercises simulate laughter in a group setting, which soon leads to real and contagious laughter. This technique allows adults to achieve hearty laughter without cognitive thought. Laughter has many positive effects such as stress relief, boosting immunity, improvement in circulation, providing emotional release and improving social connection. 553665 A 10-11 am Tu 12/12 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free l Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™

WELLNESS JOURNEY SERIES | 50+ YRS Join others in the journey to a healthier lifestyle with WellNess Journey. This program features educational speakers over a variety of health and wellness topics. Water and light snacks provided at each program. Advance registration is required.

FITNESS & WELLNESS

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