Well & Wise - Spring 2022

8166 West Main Street,Houma LA 70360

18 July, 2021

Description

Well and Wise is an educational and inspirational six-month wellness program for anyone 60 years or older offered at no cost. According to the National Council of Aging, millions of older adults struggle every day with health challenges, such as mental health issues or chronic disease. These conditions can negatively impact their quality of life. Good health helps ensure independence, security, productivity, and overall happiness, which is why the TGMC Healthy Lifestyles Center created the Well and Wise program. Well and Wise, presented by The Foundation for TGMC and Terrebonne Council on Aging, is an educational and inspirational six-month wellness program designed for anyone 60 years or older offered at no cost. Attendees will receive the tools and resources they need to stay healthy and active which in turn can add years to their life. The program meets on the last Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10:30 am in the TGMC Medical Atrium Auditorium and covers a variety of topics designed to entertain, educate, and empower. Topics include nutrition, prevention, and educational talks led by TGMC experts covering topics, such as heart disease, bone health, prescription education, healthy lifestyle tips, and more. Each class features complimentary breakfast, games and prizes, a weight loss challenge, senior fitness discounts, and a graduation ceremony at the end of the course.  Spring 2022 Meeting Schedule: Wednesday, January 26Wednesday, February 23Wednesday, March 30Wednesday, April 27Wednesday, May 25Wednesday, June 29There will also be a FREE grocery store tour at Cannata's guided by Michelle Briceno, TGMC Registered Dietitian. This date is to be determined and will be communicated at a later date. Class size is limited to 50 participants per 6-month session. Don't miss out on all the fun; sign up today!For more information, contact Amanda Pontiff. Direct phone: 985-850-6204 Email: [email protected] More than just a provider of exceptional healthcare, the Healthy Lifestyle Center at Terrebonne General Medical Center strives to keep our community healthy through preventative wellness measures. We offer proactive management of weight or diabetes concerns, as well as great programs such as Wellness for Life and Sports Performance Training Center. Altogether, these efforts help educate our patients and empower them to live healthier, more productive lifestyles. For more info, call 985-850-6206 or visit our website at www.tgmc.com/healthy-lifestyles-center.