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KEEPING HEALTHY WITH MILLCRE 406 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16507 LifeWorks Erie provides relevant, contemporary programs, services and lifelong learning opportunities that engage individuals age 50 and older who are interested in staying active mentally and physically and want to lead healthy, vibrant lives. LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE FLU VACCINATION The lifelong learning institute provides education and information on a variety of topics relevant to our members and the community. These sessions include a variety of classes such as art, cooking, gardening, music and technology to name a few. Getting an annual flu vaccine is the first and best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu. Flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctor visits, missed work and missed school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalizations. The more people who get vaccinated, the more people will be protected from flu, including older people, very young children, pregnant women and people with certain health conditions who are more vulnerable to serious flu complications. To prepare Erie area residents to combat the flu, the LifeWorks Erie 2018 Flu and Pneumonia Vaccination campaign will kick off on Thursday, Sept. 6, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Shrine Club, 2525 West 38th Street. Admission is free, so come and enjoy the variety of vendors, demonstrations and presentations on health and wellness available to all who attend this event. Following the kick off, LifeWorks Erie’s community clinics will be held throughout the region at many convenient locations from early September thru the end of November. Flu shots will be available Monday through Friday at LifeWorks Erie’s main office at 406 Peach Street from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. When getting vaccinated at one of our clinics no appointment is necessary and there is no up-front cost. Simply present your primary health insurance card and LifeWorks Erie staff will do all the rest. The cost of the vaccination is usually covered by an individual’s primary health insurance. LifeWorks Erie will directly bill all health insurance providers, including Medicare and Medicaid. All proceeds remain in Erie County and help underwrite the many programs and services for older adults provided by LifeWorks Erie. LifeWorks Erie has been providing flu vaccinations to adults and to children age 9 and older in Erie and Crawford counties for nearly 40 years. For more information check the website at www. DontLetTheFluBugYou.com or call the office at (814) 453-5072. EXERCISE At LifeWorks Erie you can stay physically fit with the many classes we offer such as yoga, tai chi, weight lifting and cardio workouts. We also have a walking program the runs every Monday through Friday morning. ASK THE EXPERT SERIES Take advantage of the valuable health talks offered in the LifeWorks Erie Ask an Expert series. Physicians from Medical Associates of Erie will discuss many health topics including health guidelines, condition management, disease prevention and ways to boost quality of life. These classes are offered free at the Millcreek Municipal Building. Listed below are upcoming presentations. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION BRAIN TOUR Ryan Lynch, D.O. Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. DETOXIFICATION Karl Falk, D.O. Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. IN-OFFICE DIAGNOSIS OF KNEE AND SHOULDER CONDITIONS USING ARTHROSCOPY Joshua Tuck, D.O. Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 6 p.m. To Be ANNOUNCED Eric Milie, D.O. Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. ASK THE EXPERT HEALTH WORKSHOPS Lifeworks Erie offers prevention and health management classes. Members of our staff are certified in Chronic Disease Self- Management, Diabetes Self-Management, Matter of Balance, Healthy Steps for Older Adults and Powerful Tools for Caregivers. LifeWorks Erie offers health screenings and health education on various topics. F There are many social engagement activities at LifeWorks Erie such as bingo, cards, dances, parties, trips and tours. Individual annual membership to LifeWorks Erie is $25; for couples it is just $45. To become a member, stop in the office at 406 Peach Street, call (814) 453-5072 or visit LifeWorksErie.org. or an up-to-date schedule of events, visit our website at LifeWorksErie.org or stop by the Millcreek Township Building or LifeWorks Erie (at 406 Peach Street, Erie) to pick up a schedule. If you would like to be added to the LifeWorks Erie mailing list, simply call 814.453.5072 or email [email protected] with your address information. 12 MILLCREEK