Helping you stay active and healthy is important to us. It’s one way we can help you maintain your independence and live the most healthy life. We offer a variety of health and wellness programs that are for anyone, regardless of age or ability.
Strong Women™
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
Stepping On: Falls Prevention Workshop
Walk With Ease
Prevent Falls
Unintentional falls are a threat to the lives, independence and health of older adults. Falls are not an inevitable part of aging, however. One strategy that can reduce falls is to complete a Home Assessment . Complete this checklist and learn more about staying safe at home.
Strong Women™ (AKA Strong Bones)
Strong Women™ is a program designed to help women become or stay strong, fit and healthy. It is an evidence-based, strength-training program from Tufts University proven to prevent osteoporosis, build muscle and improve balance, as well as decrease depression and arthritis symptoms.
Dates: Monday/Wednesday November 28th, 2011- February 22nd, 2012
Location: First Congregational United Church of Christ, Appleton
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Tuesday/Thursday January 3rd- March 22nd, 2012
Location: Kiwanis Park Community Center, New Holstein
Time: 9:00- 10:00am
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Tuesday/Thursday January 3rd- March 22nd, 2012
Location: Kiwanis Park Community Center, New Holstein
Time: 5:30- 6:30pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Tuesday/Thursday January 3rd- March 22nd, 2012
Location: Sherwood Village Hall Gym, Sherwood, WI
Time: 9:00-10:00am (ADVANCED) OR 10:00-11:00am (TRADITIONAL)
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Monday/ Thursday January 9th- March 29th, 2012
Location: St. Peter Lutheran Evangelical School, Hilbert
Time: 6:30- 7:30pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Monday/Thursday January 9- March 29th, 2012
Location: Calumet County Courthouse- Chilton
Time: 12:00pm- 1:00pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Vicki Halbach at (920) 849-1611
Dates: Monday/Wednesday January 9- March 28th, 2012
Location: Touchmark on Prospect- Appleton
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Tuesday/Thursday January 10th- March 29th, 2012
Location: Thompson Community Center, Appleton
Time: 6:45am-7:45am
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Monday/Thursday January 9th- April 5th, 2012
Location: Thompson Community Center, Appleton
Time: 12:15pm-1:15pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
Dates: Monday/Wednesday January 2012- TBD
Location: Waupaca Senior Center, Waupaca, WI
Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Teri Moe at the Waupaca Senior Center at (715) 258-4437
Dates: Monday/Wednesdays January 2012-TBD
Location: Washington Center, New London, WI
Time: 1030am-1130am
Registration and More Information: Contact Kim Ebert at (920) 982-8522
Dates: Monday/Wednesdays February 27th-May 16th, 2012
Location: Manawa Elementary School, Manawa, WI
Time: 12:15pm-1:15pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Teri Moe at the Waupaca Senior Center at (715) 258-4437
Dates: Tuesday/Thursdays February 28th-May 17th, 2012
Location: Scandinavia Lutheran Church
Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Registration and More Information: Contact Teri Moe at the Waupaca Senior Center at (715) 258-4437
For a complete list of programs, call your county or visit their website.
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
This six-week program teaches new strategies that will give participants the confidence and skills needed to manage the challenges of living with a chronic health condition. Topics include:
- how to develop a suitable exercise program
- management of symptoms, nutrition and medication
- breathing exercises and stress management
- how to deal with emotions such as anger and depression
- problem-solving skills
- and more!
Diabetic-specific programs available!
Dates: Tuesdays January 3rd-February 7th, 2012
Location: Maasch Center Rm. B, 902 Riverside Dr., Waupaca
Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Sponsored by: Bethany Community Care Ministry
Registration and More Information: Contact Bethany Community Care Ministry at (715) 942-1437
Dates: Mondays February 6th-March 12th, 2012
Location: Hallmark Place, Kimberly, WI
Time: 10:00am- 12:30pm
Sponsored by: Aging and Disability Resource Center and Network Health Plan
Registration and More Information: Contact Bev Lenz at Hallmark Place at (920) 687-9441
Dates: Thursdays February 16th-March 22nd, 2012
Location: St. Elizabeth Hospital, Fowler Conference Rm. 3, Appleton
Time: 1:00-3:30pm
Sponsored by: Network Health Plan
Registration and More Information: Contact Affinity NurseDirect at (920) 738-2230
Dates: Thursdays March 15th-April 19th, 2012
Location: Manawa Community Center, 500 S. Bridge St., Manawa
Time: 10:00am-12:30pm
Sponsored by: Bethany Community Care Ministry and Clarity Care
Registration and More Information: Contact Bethany Community Care Ministry at (715) 942-1437
Dates: Tuesdays April 10th- May 22nd, 2012
Location: Clintonville Community Center, Clintonville, WI
Time: 9:00am-11:30am
Sponsored by: Aging and Disability Resource Center and Network Health Plan
Registration and More Information: Call Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS - Diabetes Specific
Dates: Tuesdays February 21st-March 27th, 2012
Location: St. Elizabeth Hospital, Fowler Conference Rm. 3, Appleton
Time: 5:30pm-8:00pm
Sponsored by: Network Health Plan
Registration and More Information: Contact Affinity NurseDirect at (920) 738-2230
For a complete list of programs, call your county or visit their website.
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Stepping On: Falls Prevention Workshop
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It's estimated that one in three people age 65 and older fall at least once a year. Many of these falls result in broken bones and other disabilities, hospitalizations, and in some cases, even death. In addition to physical injury, victims of falls often lose their sense of confidence and become less independent. Falls among the elderly is a serious problem, especially right here in Wisconsin as our state ranks #2 for falls among older adults. The good news is that falls CAN be prevented!
Stepping On is a seven-week workshop using adult education to develop the knowledge and skills needed to help older adults prevent falls. It focuses on how strength and balancing exercises, medication management, home safety, footwear, vision, and mobility all play an important in fall prevention. The workshop:
- Increases awareness of fall risks
- Helps participants be more informed about the factors that contribute to their risk of falling
- Includes guest experts on certain topics
- Follows through on the use of prevention strategies after the workshop is completed
- Includes a follow-up "booster" class to review achievements
Dates: Tuesdays February 7th- March 20th, 2012
Location: Touchmark on West Prospect in Appleton
Time: 2:30pm- 4:30pm
Sponsored by: Aging and Disability Resource Center and Brightstar
Registration and More Information: Call Brightstar at (920) 882-7277
Dates: Tuesdays April 10th- May 22nd, 2012
Location: St. Joseph Residence, New London, WI
Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm
Sponsored by: Aging and Disability Resource Center and Network Health Plan
Registration and More Information: Call Nancy Krueger at (920) 740-9572 or email nkrueger@vpind.com
For a complete list of programs, call your county or visit their website.
Walk With Ease: Take Control, One Step at a Time
This evidence-based walking program was developed by the Arthritis Foundation and is proven to reduce pain and discomfort, increase strength, balance and walking pace, build confidence to be more physically active and improve overall health. The class meets three times a week for 6 weeks.
NO CLASSES SCHEDULED AT THIS TIME
For a complete list of programs, call your county or visit their website.
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