Have you heard about Stormont Vail Hospital’s Healthwise 55 program? Its main mission is to educate the public on various health issues affecting older adults and how to prevent certain illnesses and conditions among them. This is done through a variety of clinics and classes the program offers. A detailed list, gathered from their website, is listed below. Some services require membership; so if you are interested, visit the program’s website for membership details by clicking on the above link or call (785) 354-6787 for more information.

SHICK Insurance Counseling-Appointments available if you have questions concerning Medicare, supplemental, long-term care insurance or the Medicare prescription card. No charge. Call (785) 354-6787 for an appointment.

Blood Pressure Clinic-10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, HealthWise 55 Resource Center, No appointment necessary.

Medication Clinic-If you have questions about your medications (prescriptions or over-the-counter). Call (785) 354-6787 for an appointment. Must be a HealthWise 55 member.

Nutrition Clinic-HealthWise 55 Resource Center. No charge. Call (785) 354-6787 for an appointment. Must be a HealthWise 55 member.

Caregiver Services-When you are searching for information on aging or caregiver issues, be sure to call us at (785) 354-6787.

HealthWise 55 Exercise Programs-Call (785) 354-6787 to inquire about exercise programs.

Senior Suppers, Lunch Bunch, Dessert and Coffee-Call HealthWise 55, (785) 354-6787, for dates and times.

AARP Driver Safety Program-Offered each month. Call Health Connections at (785) 354-5225 for dates and reservations.

HealthWise…After 55 TV Program-Enjoy a 30-minute TV program for older adults’ improved health and quality of life. The program features 7 minutes of health information with host Connie Wood and guest and 20 minutes of exercise. This program airs the first and third Saturday at 5 p.m. on WIBW-TV channel 13.

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