Have your Blood Pressure checked the first Thursday and Third Wednesday of every month from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. If you need your blood pressure checked more often, contact our nurse at (269)468-3366 to set up a time to meet with her. She's available Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

On the first Friday of each month, health care workers from Lakeland Home Health Care come to our center to trim and file toenails. Initial cost is $28.00 which includes a reusable foot care kit. Follow up visits are $20.00. Bring your own towel. Call (269)468 -3366 for an appointment.

On the 4th Tuesday, every other month, our nurse in cooperation with Lakeland Communtiy Hospital, will be available to do fasting or non-fsting blood sugar and total cholesterol checks for $20.00. Appointments are necessary, call Tonya at 468-3366 to set up an appointment for the tests. The next scheduled testing will be on March 27th from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

TAI CHI classes are offered at our Senior Center on Fridays. TAI CHI is an ancient Chinese form of movement and motion that improves your cardiovascular fitness, strengthens muscles, aids flexibility, relieves stress, and helps you find balance in life, both mentally and physically. Cost is $60.00 for eight sessions, $48.00 for 6 weeks, or $10.00 drop in rate. Beginner classes are from 9 - 10:00 a.m. and Intermediate classes meet from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. If you're looking for a great stress reliever, plan on joining the group on Fridays.

(Prescription Drug Plans) Open enrollment will begin again October 15th - December 7th, 2012 If you are just turning 65 and need a prescription drug plan, you can log on to www.medicare.gov on the web, or call 1-800-633-4227. If you're already on a plan, you will be notified by mail at the end of the year regarding any increases or changes to your current plan for the new year. Anyone needing assistance through this process, call your local senior center for an appointment.

Throughout the year we arrange for different speakers to come to the center to discuss various health issues, anything from arthritis, surgeries, hearing, pain, sleeping disorders, and many others. Check the newsletter, website, or give us a call at (269)468-3366 to find out about future programs.