Fall Prevention Week
Every September, the Gig Harbor Family YMCA hosts awareness, health and well-being events for older adults and their families as a part of Fall Prevention Week and in partnership with the Fall Prevention Coalition. Events are open to community members, present photo identification upon entry. For questions, contact Camille Haugan at 253-534-7865.
Food as Medicine
Lifestyle changes are now recommended as the first choice for major chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and cancer. Many of these can be improved or event prevented by using healthy food and lifestyle habits. Learn more about strategies for healthy eating. Presented by Robin Beeson, RD, CD, CDE, CPT.
Tuesday, September 20
6-7pm
Gig Harbor YMCA - Community Room
Stay Active and Independent for Life - Community Day
Join us for this community event highlighting practitioners and providing strategies for staying active and independent. Medicare 101 presented by Joy Stanford, Consultant, Medicare Advantage.
Thursday, September 22
11am-12pm
Medicare 101 - Gig Harbor YMCA Community Room
Health Fair - Birthday Party Room
Role Reversal - Caring for an Aging Parent
Attend this interactive presentation about the challenges and opportunties of caring for parents as they age and as their needs change. Presented by Michelle Graham, Certified Senior Advisor and CEO Owner of Graham and Graham Eldercare Consultants.
Friday, September 23
6-7pm
Gig Harbor YMCA - Community Room
