Spring Summer 2024

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 required.

IT’S HARD TO SWALLOW Nicole Wiksten, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, OSU Speech and Hearing Dysphagia (swallowing problems) are often tolerated but undiagnosed and untreated. This class provides education on swallowing and swallowing disorders in adults, why they might be present, how they are diagnosed and what to do if they are present. It is important to know that if you or someone you know suffers from a swallowing problem, there is help out there! 552401 A 10-11 am Tu 4/2 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ STROKE AWARENESS & PREVENTION Adam Spitznagle, PT, Stroke Team Leader, The OSU Wexner Medical Center When someone has a stroke, it is absolutely life altering. The goal of this class raises awareness of the most common stroke signs/symptoms and seeks to empower people to live long healthy lives by reducing their risk of a stroke. 552402 A 10-11 am Tu 5/7 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ THE IMPORTANCE OF HYDRATION Loretta Sweeney, OSU Extension Are you drinking enough fluid during the day? Do you wait until you are thirsty? Dehydration is a serious issue for older adults. Learn more about how hydration status impacts you! 552403 A 10-11 am Tu 6/4 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™

THE BENEFITS OF EXERCISE FOR PARKINSON’S Senior Star

We know exercise is beneficial for everyone’s health and wellness but did you know it could be even more beneficial in those diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease? Learn why and what types of exercise could help improve quality of life while living with Parkinson’s Disease. 552404 A 10-11 am Tu 7/2 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ ATRIAL FIBRILLATION - HERE’S THE RUNDOWN Dr. Steven Mould, MD, Cardiologist, The OSU Wexner Medical Center Many have heard the term Atrial Fibrillation or Afib but do you know what it actually means? Join OSU Cardiology to find out more about what causes afib, how it’s treated and if it’s

possible to prevent it. 552405 A 10-11 am

Tu 8/6

Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™

FITNESS & WELLNESS

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