Health And Wellness
Physical activity has been proven to help the cardiovascular system, emotions and confidence. In fact, exercising has helped people in their 80’s and 90’s get stronger, more independent and energetic. The following activities have been designed for the mature adult.
TUESDAY
9:30-10:30 a.m. Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Instructor: Patricia Michet
Fee: $4.00 per class or 9 classes for $32.00
Click here the Arthritis Foundation Excercise promotional flyer.
THURSDAY
9:30-10:30 a.m. Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
Instructor: Patricia Michet
Fee: $4.00 per class or 9 classes for $32.00
Click here the Arthritis Foundation Excercise promotional flyer.
FRIDAY
9:30-10:20 a.m. Sensible Fitness for Older Adults
Instructor: Suzanne Gray, Right Fit
Fee: $56 for seven sessions
Click here the Sensible Fitness promotional flyer. View ABC-TV News featured story about our Sensible Fitness for Older Adults Class.
Sensible Fitness for Older Adults
Aging Care Connections and Right-Fit Sport Fitness Wellness will offer an ongoing seven-week sensible fitness program for older adults and their caregivers at Aging Care Connections, 111 W. Harris Avenue, La Grange. Classes meet from 9:30 am - 10:20 am every Friday. Cost for seven classes is $56 at the time of registration. To register, please call 708-354-1323, extension 228.
Exercise has been shown to positively affect the brain in several ways: it improves blood circulation and oxygen delivery to brain cells; it increases levels of neurotrophin, a chemical that is associated with learning, health of brain cells and protection of brain cells from injury; it decreases insulin resistance in cells resulting in a lower risk of dementia; and it delays the accumulation of beta-amyloid in the brain which results in decreased risk for and progression of dementia.
In addition to the cognitive benefits, regular exercise has been shown to improve balance, strength, flexibility, mobility and endurance. Research has demonstrated that exercise improves circulation, digestion, mood, sleep and blood pressure. Also important is the fact that the risk for falling is lessened with the practice of regular exercise. Lastly, the benefits of socialization and enjoyment figure prominently in the benefits of exercise classes.
The exercise program at Aging Care Connections relies on a progression of movements that should be practiced at home with the caregiver. It is a model program in our area that has drawn the attention of the Alzheimer’s Foundation because of its direct relationship to cutting-edge research supporting that exercise should be included in a plan of care for persons with progressive memory loss or dementia.
Health Clinic
The Aging Care Connections Senior Health Center is an outpatient clinic of the Department of Geriatrics of Adventist LaGrange Memorial Hospital. In collaboration with the Aging Care Connections, the Senior Health Center is staffed by a physician specializing in the medical care of adults aged 60 and older. The Senior Health Center physician works closely with the professional staff of Aging Care Connections to assure that all the needs of patients are met. Additional services provided include health education, medication counseling and individual consultation on health-related topics. Physicians accept Medicare assignment and several insurance providers.
Physician hours are Thursdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. To make an appointment, please call (708) 579-4073.
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Mental Health Programs
Aging Care Connections and Pillars have combined resources to offer support services to older adults experiencing emotional difficulties or adjustments to changes in their lives. This service is available to homebound individuals, at Aging Care Connections, or at Pillars. For more information, please call (708) 354-1323.
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