Living Healthier Lives Through Health & Fitness

Exercising promotes overall well-being, benefits your mental and physical health, increases muscle strength and agility, improves balance, reduces stress and so much more. Choose an exercise that works for you or sign up for more than one. Here are just two of the many classes offered. For more information, call 780-6000.

Tai Chi, a low-impact workout:

Tuesdays, 1 to 2 p.m. Fee: $3.

Mat Yoga:

Fridays, 10 to 11 a.m. Fee: $3.

Introduction to Medicinal Oils

Wednesday, June 30 at 10 a.m.URI Pharmacy Outreach Program

Essential oils are natural extracts from the seed, roots, flowers and other parts of the plant. They have been used throughout history and are well known for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits. At this class you will learn abut which oils are useful and how you can benefit from their properties.

Summer Safety Tips

Summertime is a time of fun and relaxation, but the sun and heat can be dangerous. Here are some tips for keeping safe during the hot weather:

Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water.

Wear light-colored, lightweight, loose fitting clothes and a wide-brimmed hat.

Stay indoors during mid-day hours

Keep cool … seek air-conditioned places such as, our senior center.

Know the signs of heat-related illnesses and seek help … dizziness, nausea, rapid heart beat, breathing problems, chest pain. 

Our programs assist, inform, entertain and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years and older.

The Snack Bar and Gift Shop are open … stop by!

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