The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a comprehensive older adult fitness program that addresses the needs of the Medicare (65+) population. SilverSneakers members receive a free basic membership to participating fitness centers and YMCA’s along with the opportunity to participate in SilverSneakers group exercise classes.

SilverSneakers offers an innovative blend of physical activity, healthy lifestyle and socially oriented programming that allows older adults to take greater control of their health. SilverSneakers members receive:

• A free fitness center membership at a nearby participating location with access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, pool, sauna and other available amenities
• Access to any participating fitness center throughout the U.S. while traveling
• Customized SilverSneakers classes designed exclusively for older adults who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance
• Health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
• A specially trained Senior Advisor at the fitness center to introduce you to SilverSneakers and acquaint you with their site

The award-winning* SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a proven, results-oriented program that enables older adults, often burdened with chronic conditions, to take charge of their health and maintain an active, independent lifestyle.

*The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a winner of the 2004 HAN Award from the Healthcare and Aging Network of the American Society on Aging.

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The City of Charleston Department of Recreation provides events, programs, and activities for all ages to encourage healthy and positive recreation experiences for our residents.

We offer a variety of sports for all children, adults, and seniors including:

• Swimming
• Tennis
• Softball
• Soccer
• Football
• Baseball
• Lacrosse
• Double Dutch
• Gymnastics
• Cheerleading
• Basketball

The City of Charleston Department of Recreation has over 65 public tennis courts, 4 swimming pools (2 are seasonal), an 18 hole championship golf course, along with many outdoor basketball courts and athletic fields.

They also offer after school and summer day camp programs designed to offer area children and opportunity for a safe, fun experience when school is not in session.

Their mission is to make all of their programs the highest quality at an affordable price to encourage participation from everyone.

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Diabetes 101

The SC DHEC Diabetes 101 presentation as designed to create a uniformed diabetes awareness education tool to be used in the community. It is a 1.5 to 2 hour community presentation, designed to target the general adult population, which includes:

• People with Type 2 diabetes
• People at risk for diabetes
• Caretakers of people with diabetes
• People who want to gain information on diabetes

Information included in the presentation is based on the American Diabetes Association (ADA) clinical recommendations and the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) 7 Self- Care Professional Resource. Participants with Type 2 diabetes are encouraged to attend Diabetes Self Management Education (DSME) programs for information and assistance with self-management skills.

For more information contact:

Barbara Wright Downs
SC DHEC/DPCP
1800 St. Julian Place
Columbia SC 29204
803-545-4475

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