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Diabetes Prevention Program Information Session
VirtualThe Ohio University Diabetes Institute is offering a free diabetes prevention program. In the year-long program, groups will meet with a trained lifestyle coach to try new recipes, physical activities, and get support. To learn more information, attend the virtual meeting or contact Karen Bailey at baileyk@ohio.edu.
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 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 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 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: 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
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
UpBEAT History Group: History of the Crane Hollow Preserve
VirtualJoin us virtually as we explore the ridgetops of the hollers of the Hocking Hills during a time when no one would have ever believed that 5 million visitors would eventually visit these forests and rocky outcroppings each year. Presented by: Heather Stehle, Executive Director, Crane Hollow, Inc. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Coping Series– Improve Sleep During a Pandemic
VirtualThough we can’t force sleep to happen, we can set-up our environment and routines to help nurture our sleep hygiene. Why is this important? Sleep allows us to be fully present and supports other areas of our life, extending to our eating and physical activity habits. Join us virtually, to learn some healthy practices that... Read More
OhioHealth UpBEAT Exercise Class-Virtual
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