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UpBEAT Food for Thought: Buckeye Hills Regional Council—How Can We Help You?
VirtualJoin us virtually, to learn more about the many programs offered by southeast Ohio’s Area Agency on Aging, Buckeye Hills Regional Council. You can expect to learn more about programs such as in-home care, transportation assistance, meals and more. Presented by: Buckeye Hills Regional Council. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Coping Series—Coping Through Art Therapy
VirtualJoin us virtually, to learn about how art can serve as a coping tool. For this program we will be led through an art practice, where we will explore mandalas. A mandala is any image found within a circle. During this program we will create our own mandalas. Bring a piece of paper and a... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT History Group: The Story of the Blennerhassett’s
VirtualJoin us virtually, as Craig Pyles shares the story of Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett during their settling of what is today the Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. The Blennerhassett’s story includes the building of a three-story house, visits from Aaron Burr and a twist that led to the involvement of the Ohio militia. Presented by:... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Best Practices for Medicare and for Keeping Your Health Information Safe
VirtualJoin us virtually, as we learn more about Medicare and the importance of reviewing your Medicare plans every year during the annual open enrollment period. Additionally, we will learn about services offered by Pro Seniors including the statewide legal hotline, Ohio Senior Medicare Patrol and the ombudsman program. Our guest speakers will use case studies... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Technology for All Series—Connecting with Loved Ones
VirtualLooking for different ways to stay in touch with family and friends? For our April program we will discuss different ways technology can help us to connect using popular programs like Zoom, Skype, Facebook Messenger, Apple’s FaceTime and WhatsApp. Presented by: Sarie Cornwell, Technology Training Librarian, Athens County Public Libraries. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Virtual Exercise Class
VirtualThe UpBEAT Virtual Exercise Program, offered in partnership with United Seniors of Athens County, is free and open to anyone age 55 and older. This program is held virtually, on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. This one-hour, low-impact movement class is intended for a target audience of adults with arthritis of all activity levels and focuses... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT History Group: Variation in Acorn Production Each Year–What, Why and How?
Acorns are one of the most important sources of food for wildlife, but their annual production is highly variable. Some years, there are literally hundreds of thousands of acorns produced. This is often followed by a year where there are almost no acorns being produced. This phenomenon is a reproductive strategy in plants called ‘masting’... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Nutrient Deficiencies–Cause, Risks and Solutions
Join us virtually or in-person (RSVP required to attend in-person), as we learn more about common causes of nutrient depletion as we age (smell/taste disturbances, medication-induced deficiencies, poor diet, etc.), the risks and symptoms of nutrient deficiencies and effective solutions to prevent and remedy deficiencies through lifestyle modifications and supplementation. Presented by: Dr. Ben Holter,... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT History Group: Civilian Conservation Corps
Employing nearly 3 million young men, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) played a critical role in FDR’s strategy to conserve natural resources and raised public awareness of the outdoors and the importance of natural resource preservation. Across the nation, the CCC planted nearly 3 billion trees, built campgrounds and roads, preserved historic sites, and fought... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Using Emergency Medical Services
How do you know when to use emergency medical services (EMS)? What are the steps involved when you dial 911, for help in an emergency? Time is critical in an emergency, along with working together with the professionals who are trying to help. Chief Rick Callebs from the Athens County EMS will share what you... Read More