WELLNESS NOW. Savvy Caregiver Class Cooking with Kids Yoga for Cravings I ve Quit Tobacco Now What? and much more Summer Classes

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1 WELLNESS NOW Savvy Caregiver Class Cooking with Kids Yoga for Cravings I ve Quit Tobacco Now What? and much more Summer Classes July August September For more information on Wellness Services, visit 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 in 12 convenient sessions. Your coach will meet with you in person and by phone to create a personalized 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 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. $5 per class Medicaid Free Monday, 1:00 2:00 p.m. July 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 11, 18, 25 Gabriela Pena, BS 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. July 21, 28; August 4, 11, 18, 25 Cooking with Kids Have a picky eater on your hands? Are mealtimes more stressful than enjoyable for your family? Getting kids (and some adults) to eat healthy can be a challenge. Join us to learn tips to make meals less stressful and more nutritious! Wednesday, 4:30 5:30 p.m. July 12, 19 (no class July 26); August 2, 9 MIND + BODY 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. Friday, 1:00 2:15 p.m. July 7, 14, 21; August 4, 11, 25; September 8, 15, 22, 29 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. July 12, 19 (no class July 26); August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; September 6, 13, 20, 27 Gabriela Pena, BS Thursday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; September 7, 14, 21, 28 Kat Crocker, CTRS

4 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. Ages 16 and older $5 per class Medicaid Free Monday, 10:15 11:30 a.m. July 10, 17, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 11, 18, 25 Self-Improvement: Be Your Own Coach 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 $5 per class Medicaid Free Tuesday, 10:00 11:15 a.m. July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; September 5, 12, 19, 26 Wednesday, 2:30 3:45 p.m. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; September 6 Gabriela Pena, BS 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. Ages 16 and older Wednesday, 12:30 1:45 p.m. September 6, 13, 20, 27 Self-Compassion Are you beating yourself up or thinking you aren t quite good enough? Learn to recognize self-defeating thoughts and behaviors and make lasting changes in your life! Ages 16 and older Wednesday, 11:15 12:30 p.m. July 5, 12, 19 (no class July 26) INTEGRATED CARE Savvy Caregiver Class Learn about the dementia disease process, how to communicate more effectively, strategies for dealing with difficult behavior and how to care for yourself in this interactive class with other caregivers. Ages 60 and older REGISTRATION REQUIRED For questions and to register, call Wednesday, 5:00 7:00 p.m. August 23, 30; September 6, 13, 20 Carolyn Bergman, LCSW Seniors Resource Center Southwest Office B W. Bowles Avenue Littleton, CO No registration required unless indicated on the class description.

5 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. Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; September 5, 12, 19, 26 Maddie Todorova, BS Wednesday, 2:00 3:00 p.m. July 5, 12, 19, (no class July 26); August 2, 9, 16, 23; September 6, 13, 20, 27 Maddie Todorova, BS West Colfax Thursday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 17, 24, 31; September 7, 14, 21, 28 Friday, 10:00 11:00 a.m. August 25; September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 North Wadsworth Yoga for Cravings Is tobacco keeping you from living the active life that you envision for yourself? The purpose of this class is to help you implement movement and breathing into your life when feeling triggered to use tobacco. We will spend a portion of the class exploring exercises that will help you clean your lungs, clear your mind, and strengthen your body. Each class will include accessible gentle yoga exercises, mindfulness, and a group discussion on how movement can help promote tobacco-free living. Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 15, 22, 29; September 5, 12, 19, 26 New and Expecting Moms Quitting and Staying Quit Are you a new or expecting mom that wants to quit or stay quit from tobacco? The stress from motherhood and the vulnerabilities of pregnancy don t make quitting any easier. This class is designed to support and empower women to take control of their health and discover their own strengths to effectively cope with the stressors that may trigger tobacco use. Tuesday, 1:30 2:30 p.m. August 15, 22, 29; September 5, 19, 26 Jeffco Family Health Services I ve Quit Tobacco Now What? Join this ongoing open group if you have ever quit tobacco and would like to receive support and learn skills and activities that will help you stay QUIT! Learn ways to create balance in your life, exciting activities to add, and how to continue working toward living your values, even after you ve completed this big step. Monday, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 11, 18, 25 Maddie Todorova, BA, TTS

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 West Colfax 9485 W. Colfax Avenue Lakewood, CO Health Plaza W. 2nd Place Lakewood, CO 80228