Summer 25
Explore Wellness, Education
Evidence-Based Programs
The Aging Well Center is honored
to host evidence-based programs that
offer proven ways through defined
research to promote wellness and
manage or reduce health concerns
and/or falls. Class size is limited. The
center sincerely appreciates several
partners and funders who help to
provide the evidence-based programs,
including Senior Citizens Services,
Inc., Area Agency on Aging of
Pasco-Pinellas, Older Americans Act
Title III D, YMCA of the Suncoast
and Pinellas County Social Action
Funding. Inquire about future classes.
• Pre-registration is required
• Participants should have problemsolving
skills
• Restrictions may apply
• Free
Active Living Every Day
This evidence-based, Cooper
Institute program focuses on
helping older adults who are ready
to begin exercising and to become
and stay physically active for a
lifetime. Guidance is provided to
overcome barriers to physical activity.
Participants choose their own
activities and create their own plans
based on their lifestyle and personal
preferences. Focus is placed on
moderate-intensity activities that can
be easily added to daily routines. This
one-hour class meets once a week for
12 weeks.
A Matter of Balance
This evidence-based, Boston
University program manages falls
and helps to increase activity levels.
Participants will learn to:
• View falls as controllable
• Set goals for increasing activity
• Make changes to reduce fall risks
at home
• Exercise to increase strength and
balance
• The program consists of eight,
two-hour sessions
Chronic Disease Self-Management
Program
This evidence-based, Stanford
University program provides
tools to manage health concerns,
increase activity and enjoy life more.
Participants will learn to:
• Manage pain
• Work with a healthcare team
• Manage other symptoms
• Use medication effectively
• Exercise safely and easily
• Handle difficult emotions such as
depression, anger or guilt
• Communicate better about your
health with family and friends
• Problem solve
• Relax and reduce stress
• The program consists of six, twohour
sessions
Chronic Pain Self-Management
Program
This evidence-based, Stanford
University program helps participants
manage chronic pain. Subjects
include:
• Ways to deal with frustration,
fatigue, isolation and poor sleep
• Exercise for maintaining and
improving strength, flexibility and
endurance
• Appropriate use of medications
• Communicating with family,
friends and health professionals
• Nutrition
• The program consists of six, two
½-hour sessions
Reiki Share
Reiki Master Joye Swisher facilitates
these sessions, sharing the simple
technique that may allow students
to tap into an unlimited supply of
life force energy, improve health and
enhance quality of life.
• First Mon.
• 3-4:30 p.m.
• Free
Strong by Zumba
This music-led, high-intensity interval
training workout is for those who want
a more challenging workout.
• Tue., Thu., 6-7 p.m.
• $6 (W) / $7 (W/O)
Eastern Modalities
David Yee shares information on
these ancient arts and demonstrates
techniques that may relieve tension,
promote vitality and improve
well-being.
• Meditation and Relaxation - first
and third Fri. of each month.
Explore traditional Chinese
methods for becoming more
peaceful, focused and aware.
• Pressure Points to Health - second
Fri. of each month. Learn about the
various pressure points that may
bring relief.
• 1-2:30 p.m.
• Free
Mindful Walking Session
This program will help you explore
mindful walking with guide Michael
Marshall, in hopes of reducing your
stress and enjoying nature. Space is
limited.
• Call for information
• Free
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