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Balance, Breathing and Blood: Health and Wellness Coming Up at the Senior Center

Stay healthy, informed and entertained with seminars and events from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August.

Register with the course number at rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and services at rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800.
For more information, see the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at rockvillemd.gov/life.

Balancing Healing: Weighing the Pros and Cons of Alternative and Traditional Medicine

With so many choices for health care, how do you know what’s best — traditional medicine or alternatives like herbal remedies and acupuncture? Discuss the benefits and challenges of both in this webinar to make informed choices. Presented by Suburban/Johns Hopkins.
Register with course #36991. 1-2 p.m. Thursday, July 31. Free. Online.

Stress Reduction/Meditation

Learn how to focus, relax, and find a more peaceful sense of being, with guided meditation and discussion. Betty Figlure has taught meditation, guided imagery and stress reduction classes for more than 30 years. Register with course #36332. 1-2 p.m. Mondays, July 14–Sept. 8. $30/$40.

Better Breather’s Club

A monthly club featuring educational presentations on respiratory health. Presented by Kerri Donnelly, regional director of business development, Montcare. Meets third Thursdays.
Register with course #36331. 1:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17 and Thursday, Aug. 21. Free.

Saving Claire

A humorous, eye-opening short film by a former senior care worker highlighting the importance of fall prevention. A panel discussion follows with a first responder, lawyer, physical therapist and home-care professionals. Presented by Planning for Senior Life.
Register with course #36842. 10 a.m.-noon, Friday, Aug. 1. Free.

Blood Thinners: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Join Dr. Mark Goldstein of the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders as he discusses different blood thinners: when they’re needed, when to pause them before procedures and when to contact your doctor. Register with course #36341. 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13. Free.

Memory Screenings

A quick, safe assessment of memory and thinking skills to determine if further evaluation is needed. Call 240-314-8810 to schedule a 20-minute appointment. 10-11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 18. Free.

All-Day Exercise

Spice up your routine with preview classes for new fall fitness offerings. Enjoy multiple 25-minute demo sessions throughout the day with virtual options included. Sponsored by Sunrise Senior Living and Montgomery College. Register with course #36849. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27. Free.

Strong Hearts, Strong Women: Navigating Cardiovascular Wellness

Heart health is vital for everyone, but women may experience different symptoms, risks and treatment. Learn how to keep your heart strong and healthy in this virtual class. Register with course #36992. 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28. Free. Online.

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