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KEEPING HEALTHY WITH MILLCRE 406 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16507 READY. SET. SUMMER. LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER SESSION 2018 The Lifelong Learning Institute at LifeWorks Erie offers many educational, informative and fun classes. The next session begins June 4 and continues through September 7. Listed below is a sampling of classes offered through the Institute. Creativity Matters: Drawing, New Horizons Music Project, Wax Painting, Calligraphy and Crafts. Staying Active: The daily walking program, Tai Chi, Fit for Life and Cardio Fitness. University Spotlight Series: Educational classes presented by faculty from local universities. Cooking Class: Cooking with Avocados with LifeWorks Erie Chef Terri Chandler. Vibrant Life Series: Health topics presented by healthcare professionals and speakers. Classes are open to the public and are either free or offered at a nominal fee. For a full schedule of events, visit LifeWorksErie.org or stop by our office at 406 Peach Street to pick up a brochure. If you would like to be added to our mailing list, call (814) 453-5072 or email [email protected] with your contact information. ASK THE EXPERT SERIES Take advantage of the valuable health talks offered in the LifeWorks Erie Ask an Expert series. Physicians from LECOM Health 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. NON-SURGICAL TREATMENT FOR KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS JAMES CORNWELL, DO, LECOM SPORTS MEDICINE FELLOW WEDNESDAY, MAY 16 AT 6:00 P.M. Dr. Cornwell will discuss the development of knee osteoarthritis, conservative (non-surgical) management, as well as in-office procedures that are available to patients. ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION BRAIN TOUR: DELIRIUM AND DEMENTIA RYAN LYNCH, DO, LECOM HEALTH Wednesday, June 20 at 6:00 p.m. Recommended for patients with early Alzheimer’s and their families. Dr. Lynch will discuss dementia, delirium and the stages of Alzheimer’s. MINDFUL NUTRITION GARRETT CLARK, DO, LECOM HEALTH WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 AT 6:00 P.M. Dr. Clark will discuss dietary changes you can make to achieve wellness. Learn more about anti-inflammatory and anti- angiogenic (anti-cancer) foods. HEALTHY STEPS FOR OLDER ADULTS Two-Day Workshop Wednesday, June 13 and Thursday, June 14 from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Millcreek Municipal Building Learn how to stay active, improve home safety, manage medications, talk to your doctor, and other valuable resources to help reduce your risk of falls. To register for this eight-hour program, call (814) 453-5072. F 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