Area senior citizens invited to March 5 event

Mansfield News Journal
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ONTARIO − The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging will host Spring into Health 1-3 p.m. March 5.

This event will offer a diverse range of educational sessions and resources to promote healthy aging.

The event will include:

  • Wellness: Certified wellness coaches will share the benefits of evidence-based classes, including Active Living Every Day, Diabetes Empowerment Education Program, Matter of Balance, Stepping On and Tai Chi. Attendees will learn how to sign up for free wellness classes. Volunteer coaching opportunities are available.

  • Nutrition: Greg Brandes, nutritionist, will share how nutritional classes, tailored to older adults, can promote healthy aging and enhance well-being.

  • Solar Eclipse Preparation: Rebecca Owens, director of the Richland County Emergency Management Agency, will share tips on how to stay informed and prepared for the April 8 solar eclipse, with guidance on safety measures and optimal viewing. This segment of the presentation will be streamed from the Area Agency on Aging to various senior centers within the nine-county service area. To learn more about how counties plan to share this portion of the event, contact the local local senior centers.

  • Technology: Dennis Fox, chief executive officer of ES Consulting, will share the benefits of embracing and utilizing technology tools, thus empowering older adults to live independent lives.

Attendees will have the opportunity to explore resource tables from participating organizations, in addition to 211 and Catholic Charities. Sign-ups will be available for the classes.

There will be door prizes and giveaways.

The free event will take place at the Area Agency on Aging Hawkins Conference Center Magnolia Room, 2131 Park Avenue West, Ontario. It is open to individuals ages 60 and older. The programs and classes presented at the event are available on a first-come, first-served.

RSVPs are not required. For more information, call 800-860-5799 or visit the agency's Facebook page.

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