WELLNESS NOW. Moving Meditation Women s Spring Retreat How to Talk to Your Doc Don t Sugar Coat It and much more Spring Classes April May June

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1 WELLNESS NOW Moving Meditation Women s Spring Retreat How to Talk to Your Doc Don t Sugar Coat It and much more Spring Classes April May June To register or for more information go to or call

2 Wellness Services At Jefferson Center, we recognize the link between emotional and physical well-being. Our wellness services offer both conventional and holistic alternatives that build on your unique strengths and interests, and help improve your total health mind and body! TAKE A CLASS Each quarter, we offer a variety of rotating wellness classes to meet your needs. Examples of the topics covered are: Mental health: treating symptoms of anxiety, depression and focusing on stress management Physical health: improving eating habits and getting more active Self-improvement: building confidence, learning about self-compassion and speaking up for yourself CONSULT A COACH Our health coaching program can help you improve your overall wellness by developing a personalized health plan. Your coach will meet one on one with you to create a plan tailored to you and your family s lifestyle. Health goals may include managing blood pressure, proper diet/nutrition, exercising regularly, reducing or quitting tobacco use and managing stress levels. EAT RIGHT A registered dietician is available to provide you with specific nutrition guidance. The dietician can help you achieve or maintain a healthy weight, eat healthy while managing chronic conditions, and enjoy the benefits of making healthy eating a part of your treatment plan. QUIT TOBACCO Quitting smoking and other tobacco/nicotine products can have many benefits both physically and mentally. Jefferson Center has certified Tobacco Treatment Peer Specialist Coaches who work with you to overcome what s stopping you, develop a plan and live a healthier, more enjoyable life. We know that quitting is tough, but with help, it is possible.

3 SELF-IMPROVEMENT Taming the Anxious Mind If you find yourself burdened by worry, anxiety or panic, attend this popular wellness class! Learn skills to help you more effectively manage your anxiety and unlock the secrets to living without fear. Monday, 10:15 11:30 a.m. April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22; Sarah Sheets, LPC Wednesday, 2:30 3:45 p.m. April 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Chloe Chatenever, BA Self-Coaching Achieve your goals! Learn how to set goals, create a workable plan and discover methods that help you live your best life. Ages 18 and older Tuesday, 10:00 11:15 a.m. May 23, 30; June 6, 13, 20, 27 Thursday, 9:00 10:15 a.m. May 4, 11, 18, 25; June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Budgeting 101 Learn basic steps to build a system that tracks your money and puts you in the financial driver s seat on your way to being financially fit. Monday, 1:00 2:15 p.m. April 3, 10, 17 Chloe Chatenever, BS No registration required unless indicated on the class description. Building Better Boundaries Are you a people pleaser? Healthy boundaries are essential for balanced relationships. This class will help you set limits with love, deal with other people s reactions and protect your time and energy. Practice these new skills in a supportive environment. Wednesday, 1:00 2:15 p.m. April 5, 12, 26; May 3 Sarah Sheets, LPC Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. 12:45 p.m. June 7, 14, 21, 28 Sarah Sheets, LPC HEALTHY LIVING Get Up and Get Movin Learn easy ways to move into a more vibrant life of natural wellness! There will be positive support, safe low-impact aerobics, muscle-strengthening moves, music and fun! It will boost your mood, burn fat, build strong bones and improve your heart health. Monday, 1:00 2:00 p.m. April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22; Walk it Off! Join the fun of walking outside in a group. Come do some easy walks in the sunshine around the neighborhood to get the blood flowing and boost your mood. Weather permitting. Friday, 10:00 11:00 a.m. May 26; June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

4 INTEGRATED CARE Don t Sugar Coat It Do you know how much sugar you are eating? Discover how much sugar is in common foods and drinks and how it impacts your overall health. Find out healthy alternatives to everyday sugary foods. Wednesday, 2:00 3:15 p.m. April 12, 19; June 14, 21 Wednesday, 2:00 3:15 p.m. May 17, 24 Making a Difference for Older Adults Are you an older adult, 60+, or know someone who is? Are you struggling with challenges that come with aging? Learn how to offer help to those who are having difficulty and what resources are available to make a difference. FREE For questions and to register, call Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. April 11 Phyllis Kirk, LPC, CACIII Thursday, 1:00 2:00 p.m. May 11 Phyllis Kirk, LPC, CACIII North Wadsworth Wednesday, 2:00 3:00 p.m. June 14 Phyllis Kirk, LPC, CACIII Jeffco Family Health Services Center Dealing with Diabetes Have you been diagnosed with Prediabetes or Type II Diabetes? This five-week class is for you. We ll discuss ways to make lifestyle changes that may help you control your blood sugar. Thursday, 10:00 11:00 a.m. June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 How to Talk to Your Doc Do you need tips on how to communicate your concerns with your health care provider? This class will teach participants how to focus and streamline their concerns to maximize their health benefits. Thursday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. April 20 Jessica Knese, BA Marisa Perlberg, BSW Thursday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. May 25 Jessica Knese, BA Marisa Perlberg, BSW QUITTING TOBACCO Overcoming Tobacco Addiction Break free from tobacco addiction. Gain ongoing support from Quit Coaches and peers on your road to a healthier, tobacco-free life. In this class, you will work together with a group to explore your reasons for quitting and create a personal plan to kick your addiction when you re ready. You will discover your strengths, identify your triggers and learn skills to deal with cravings. FREE For questions and to register, call Monday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. April 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22; Tuesday, 5:30 6:30 p.m. April 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; June 6, 13, 20, 27 Mike Davoren, MA Wednesday, 2:00 3:00 p.m. April 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28 Maddie Todorova, BS Thursday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. April 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Mike Davoren, MA

5 Yoga for Quitting Tobacco Is tobacco keeping you from living the active life that you envision for yourself? Learn to implement movement and breathing into your life when feeling triggered to use tobacco. Each class will include gentle yoga, mindfulness, and a group discussion on how movement can help promote tobacco-free living. FREE For questions and to register, call Monday, 10:00 11:00 a.m. April 3, 10, 17, 24; May 8, 15, 22; Becky West, MSEd, CTTS MIND + BODY Moving Meditation Enjoy some of your favorite classes combined into one! Moving Meditation will draw from techniques in Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, and Meditation to provide you with one amazing stress-reducing experience. Manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and more by finding balance in your mind, body, and spirit. Tuesday, 2:30 3:45 p.m. April 4, 11, 18, 25 Wednesday, 1:30 2:45 p.m. May 10, 17, 24, 31 Sarah Sheets, LPC, RYT Writing for Wellness Are emotions and thoughts brimming up inside you? Explore fun and meaningful ways to express yourself through writing. Each week, we will have a different creative writing topic and activity that helps overall wellness and recovery. Ages 14 and older Monday, 3:30 4:45 p.m. April 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22; Chloe Chatenever, BA Gentle Yoga Looking for a way to build strength, flexibility and balance both physically and mentally? Searching for emotional peace of mind? Join us in this introductory yoga class where we use physical poses, breath work, and reflection to bring our mind and body into union. Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. 12:15 p.m. April 4, 18; May 2, 16, 30; June 13, 27 Sarah Sheets, LPC, RYT200 Friday, 1:00 2:15 p.m. April 14, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Sarah Sheets, LPC, RYT200 Tai Chi for Healing This is a great class to combine your mind and body for total wellness. Benefits include reduced stress, increased balance, better pain management and increased immunity. Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. 12: 30 p.m. April 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; June 7, 14, 21, 28 Women s Spring Retreat Join us as we begin a new season! Using the natural world as a guide, we will use art, yoga, storytelling and mindfulness to help us align with our inner wisdom and strength as we work to cultivate what we hope for in the spring months. $35 Medicaid Free Saturday, 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. April 29 Sarah Sheets, LPC, RYT Chloe Chatenever, BA Emily Swisher, MA, LPCC

6 CLASS LOCATIONS: 4851 Street Wheat Ridge, CO Jeffco Family Health Services Center 7495 W. 29th Avenue Wheat Ridge, CO 3595 S. Teller Street Lakewood, CO North Wadsworth 7828 Vance Drive Arvada, CO W. 2nd Place Lakewood, CO 9485 W. Colfax Avenue Lakewood, CO Health Plaza W. 2nd Place Lakewood, CO 80228