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OhioHealth UpBEAT Food for Thought: Meet and Greet
VirtualJoin us virtually, for a casual hour to meet and have conversation with our UpBEAT Advisory Board members. Since the start of UpBEAT, in 1996, our advisory board has and continues to serve two purposes: first, to provide the UpBEAT coordinator with feedback and ideas on programming and future direction; and second to help shape... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: The ‘Triad’ of Fall-Risk–Targeting Mood, Brain, and Balance Functions for Older Adult Mobility
VirtualHow do anxious emotions, like the fear of falling, and mood deficits, like symptoms of depression, interfere with underlying brain and balance processes involved in daily tasks in later life? Join us virtually, as Dr. Raffegeau presents on how she is investigating the ‘triad’ of fall risk. Presented by: Dr. Tiphanie Raffegeau, Visiting Assistant Professor... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: The ‘Triad’ of Fall-Risk–Targeting Mood, Brain, and Balance Functions for Older Adult Mobility
VirtualHow do anxious emotions, like the fear of falling, and mood deficits, like symptoms of depression, interfere with underlying brain and balance processes involved in daily tasks in later life? Join us virtually, as Dr. Raffegeau presents on how she is investigating the ‘triad’ of fall risk. Presented by: Dr. Tiphanie Raffegeau, Visiting Assistant Professor... Read More
UpBEAT History Group: “Black Wall Street Athens County” Chronicles Local History
VirtualJoin us as we celebrate Black History month, by learning about some of the Athens figures and iconic structures that are included in the documentary, “Black Wall Street Athens County,” produced by Dr. Trevellya Ford-Ahmed, the Mount Zion Baptist Church Society, and Bent Street Films. Presented by: Dr. Trevellya Ford-Ahmed. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Coping Series–Visiting Your Heart’s Home through Guided Imagery
VirtualGuided imagery allows us to be present and take a moment for ourselves. We will explore guided imagery by practicing guided imagery together. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for those 55 years and older. Membership is free. To learn how you can join us virtually (by phone or technology device), contact... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Technology for All–Living in a Digital World
VirtualJoin us as we learn more about different types of digital devices (e.g. computers, tablets and smartphones), explore some of the common things people do with devices, and discuss saving, finding and organizing documents. Presented by: Sarie Cornwell, Technology Training Librarian, Athens County Public Libraries. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for... Read More
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Emergency Preparedness–Preparing for a Power Outage
VirtualJoin us to learn more about how we can best prepare for times when we experience the inevitable power outage. The program will discuss tips for staying safe during a power outage. Presented by: Andrew Tinkham, Senior Outreach and Education Program Specialist, Ohio Consumers’ Counsel (OCC). UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program... Read More
UpBEAT History Group: Comparing Myths
VirtualJoin us as we explore some prominent myths from the Sanskrit texts of classical India and attempt to understand how they may speak to us today. Presented by: Dr. Brian Collins, Department Chair and Drs. Ram and Sushila Gawande Chair in Indian Religion and Philosophy, Ohio University. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a... Read More
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
UpBEAT Food for Thought: Coping Series–Anchoring Attention During Turbulent Times
VirtualJoin us to learn some practices to anchor ourselves when there are feelings of tension, restlessness, anxiety, worry or sleep disruptions in our lives. UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for those 55 years and older. Membership is free. To learn how you can join us virtually (by computer or phone), contact... Read More