Tag: health

November Tribe guest speaker Wally Sagui

Wally Sagui

On November 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the CATC Blue Bonnet Room, Wally Sagui will give an inspiring presentation on how to maximize your optimal performance. Learn how to maintain sustainable optimal performance in your life by continuously growing, optimizing your routine and focusing on a purpose. We’ll talk about why we need to rethink…

Three ways pups can improve seniors’ health

(Family Features) Furry friends can play a significant role in pet owners’ lives. The old saying goes, “dogs are man’s best friend,” and research shows they may be more than that. In fact, they just might be the key to keeping seniors active. According to a study conducted by the University of Lincoln and Glasgow…

Caring Connections monthly support group

Are you caring for a loved one with dementia? We can help. Caring Connections is a monthly support group for caregivers of persons with dementia. The support group provides caregivers of persons with dementia an opportunity to learn together and support one another for the purpose of improving the quality of life of the caregiver…

Living Well continues balance workshops

Marie Milleage In June 14 residents received certificates for completing the second workshop in the “Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls” series. The evidence-based program, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas, was developed by a grant from the Maine Administration on Aging and used and adapted by permission of…

Living Well: Metabolic Syndrome Seminar

Rebecca Martinez, intern, and Dr. Anna Love, PhD, RD, LC

Marie Milleage Dr. Anna Love presented a thought-provoking seminar about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of metabolic syndrome. On July 5 over 60 residents attended the event and learned that a specific group of risk factors can cause metabolic syndrome. The term “metabolic” refers to the biochemical processes involved in the body’s normal functioning. Metabolic…

It was all about the fun on the Walk and Run

The Living Well-sponsored Firecracker 5K Walk/Run brought smiles and cheers to 78 participants this past July 4. Participants gathered around 7:00 a.m. near the CATC to a beautiful morning and a hint of a cool breeze. Several four-legged critters accompanied the two-legged walkers/runners as Fred van Naerssen announced the start of the race promptly at…