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with Various Providers

DEVELOP A SENSE OF BELONGING THROUGH SHARED EXPERIENCES
Fun, creative, and lively, this series of evidence-based dance classes encourages participants to build stamina, strength and confi dence all while moving to music in a joyful and non-judgmental atmosphere.
No prior experience is necessary, and attendees are invited to take the class at their own pace and slow down or rest at any time.
Program aims to:
• Build strength and endurance
• Focus on balance and agility
• Have fun and be creative in a non-judgmental and non-competitive atmosphere
• Build community and a sense of belonging through shared experiences
Adults 65 years of age or older are encouraged to participate in this class series! Those with PD, early dementia, or individuals looking for cardiac rehabilitation are especially encouraged to participate.
Tuesdays, Mar. 4-Apr. 22 | 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Registration is Required - Participants are welcome to join for one class or all eight! Cost is $8/class or $40 for the series. Payment accepted by credit card or check payable to "Community Health & Wellness". Checks may be delivered to the front desk at Parkview prior to the class.
For more information call (207) 373-6585.
Cardiac Support Group
with Cate Parker MS, RN, CCEP

This group is intended for patients who have experienced heart problems.
Caregivers are welcome.
What to expect:
· Social connection and support
· Ongoing contact with health professionals
· Keep updated on latest recommendations
· Explore elements of Lifestyle medicine
· Represent the needs of other heart patients
2nd Tuesday each month, 1:30-2:30 pm, at Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
Participants do not need to have been a part of cardiac rehab to join in this group.
For more information, please call 373-6360.
Food Is Medicine
with Jessica Faraci MD

A free 90-minute program that provides guidance on how to manage common chronic conditions including high blood pressure, high cholesterol and high blood sugar, with dietary interventions. Food demonstration and interactive education provided.
• Increasing your fiber intake by 10 grams per day can drop your LDL cholesterol by 13 points
• Eating a handful of nuts every day can lower your LDL cholesterol by 5 points.
• Did you know that 4 tbsp of freshly ground flaxseed daily can lower your blood pressure by 10 points? Find out this and other facts....
Registration is required.