Beyond 50 NEWS LINDA HERE! We Are GREEN! The Beyond 50 Newsletter is now online, and can be viewed 24/7 at www.providence.org/beyond50. Hope you enjoy the new format! You can also register online for Beyond 50 programs and classes. If you still wish to get a hard copy of the newsletter, please call (818) 847-4535. You may also request a copy be sent to you via e-mail. To request an e-mailed copy, please send your request to beyond50@providence.org.
Glorious Gardens Returns May 10, 2012 Carolyn Young will be doing another wonderful “Glorious Gardens” lecture on May 10, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Providence Occupational Health Center, 3413 W. Pacific Ave., Suite 104, Burbank. Carolyn will bring samples from her garden and provide helpful hints on how to care of your garden plants.
Exercise Safely with Guidance and Support Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center offers a fitness program through the Cardiac Rehab Fitness Center. This program provides individualized exercise and nutrition prescriptions to those who would like the guidance and support of our team of exercise physiologists, cardiac registered nurses and registered dietitians. Our team works with each participant’s physician, developing the most effective exercise and nutrition programs to achieve individual health goals. Our staff and specialized equipment allow us to cater to a wide variety of systemic and orthopedic conditions. Please call (818) 953-4494 for more information.
Venise Vinegar is Teaching a New Class: Hula Hoop Dance Fitness & Cardio Cardio stretch, dance and move! Stretch and relax by learning simple dance steps. Dance movements are combined with
March/April 2012 easy basic waist hula hooping and hoop tricks for a total body workout. Lose weight! Get fit! Build cardio strength! Dance and have fun. See more details in the fitness section (p2).
Join us for delectable food and enjoyable company at our Farm to Table Community Dinner Friday, March 30 | 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Providence Bistro Providence Holy Cross Medical Center 15031 Rinaldi Street | Mission Hills, CA 91345 Cost: $15 and payable in advance by phone 1-888-432-5464. RSVP by March 9: Seating is limited to the first 30 registrants. Note: Parking is not included. Our menu reflects the colors and tastes of spring with a focus on locally sourced, seasonal fruits and vegetables. In addition to serving a fresh and tasty menu, Registered Dietitian Leah Pinsky, will be providing helpful tips on the benefits of incorporating more fiber and a variety of color into your daily menu. Dinner Menu • Spring Mesclun Mix Salad with Pears, Red Onions & Feta Cheese tossed in Tarragon Vinaigrette • Bread Basket • Pan Seared Chicken Breast with Nectarine Relish • Orange Almond Quinoa • Asparagus Bundles • Fresh Berries & Vanilla Cream • Cucumber Infused Water & Passion Fruit Ice Tea
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March/April Classes, Events and Lectures FITNESS All fitness classes take place at: Providence Occupational Health Center, 3413 W. Pacific Ave., Suite 104, Burbank CHA CHA, SALSA, MERENGUE DANCE Meets: Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. Fee: $5 per class Info: Walter Elias (323) 363-4239 ZUMBA® GOLD Meets: Mondays, 5-6 p.m.; Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. Fee: $5 per class Info: Zumba2day@yahoo.com or Sara, (818) 447-7425 KUNDALINI STRETCH YOGA Meets: Mondays, Fridays, 9-10 a.m. Fee: $5 per class Info: Jim Eldridge, (818) 823-8056 PILATES / CORE CONDITIONING Meets: Tuesdays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Fee: $3 per class. Please bring a mat and towel as all exercises are on the floor. Info: (818) 847-4535 SIT N’ TONE Meets: Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. Fee: $2 per class Info: (818) 847-4535 SIT AND BE FIT Meets: Mondays, Thursdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Fee: $2 per class Info: (818) 847-4535 CARDIO ‘N’ TONE Meets: Fridays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Fee: $2 per class Info: (818) 847-4535
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TAI CHI Meets: Saturdays, Beginners 11 a.m.12 p.m., Advanced 10:30 am.-12 p.m. Fee: $5 per class. Monthly payment due first Saturday (i.e. 4 Saturdays=$20) Info: Pete Bowen, (818) 321-4806 NEW! HULA HOOP DANCE FITNESS & CARDIO Meets: Third Tuesday of each month, 7-8 p.m. (March 30 and April 17) Fee: $5 per class Info: Venise Vinegar, (818) 759-9834
ARTHRITIS ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM Meets: Tuesdays, 8:45-9:45 a.m. Fee: $4 per class Location: Providence Tarzana Medical Center, 18321 Clark St., Tarzana Info: Eileen (818) 883-0849
AARP DRIVER SAFETY AARP/DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Meets: Part 1: March 14, 1-5 p.m. & Part 2: March 21, 1-5 p.m. or Part 1: April 11, 1-5 p.m. & Part 2: April 18, 1-5 p.m. Fee: $12 for AARP members/$14 for nonmembers. Contact your insurance agent for a three-year safe driver’s discount. Location: Providence Occupational Health Center Info: (818) 847-4535
BOOK & MOVIE CLUB March 15: You’re Not You by Michelle Wildgen April 19: Blackberry Wine by Joanne Harris Meets: Third Thursday of each month, 2-3 p.m. (1:15 p.m. pre-group chat at the Barnes & Noble Starbucks) Location: Barnes & Noble, 731 N. San Fernando Rd., Burbank Info: Lynn at lynnwe@gmail.com BOOK CLUB MONTHLY BRUNCH Meets: First Monday of each month, 11:15 a.m. (March 5 & April 2) Location: Corner Bakery, 800 N. San Fernando Blvd., Burbank Info: Lynn at lynnwe@gmail.com
MARCH LECTURES COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL Meets: March 1, 1-2 p.m. Location: Monarch Village, 5325 Etiwanda Ave., Tarzana Speaker: Estee Bienstock, RN RSVP: (818) 344-4164 LADIES, TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BLADDER Meets: March 6, 1:45-2:45 p.m. Location: Gardens of Tarzana, 18700 Burbank Blvd., Tarzana Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman & Dr. Philip Weintraub Info: (818) 847-4535 CATARACTS Meets: March 7, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Location: Joslyn Adult Center, 1301 W. Olive Ave., Burbank Speaker: Barbara Yates, MD Fee: $1 / Free w/Burbank Senior Card Info: (818) 847-4535
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March/April Classes, Events and Lectures MARCH LECTURES CONT. PROSTATE CANCER: A SILENT CONDITION Light refreshments provided. Meets: March 8, 9-10 a.m. Location: Westfield Fashion Square, New Dining Terrace Seating Area, 14006 Riverside Dr., Sherman Oaks Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman Info: (818) 847-4535 BALANCE CONCERNS & FALL RISK Meets: March 13, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: Belmont Village Burbank, 455 E. Angeleno Ave., Burbank Speaker: Vanja Strojnik, PT, Vestibular Specialist Info: (818) 847-4535 HAPPY HEALTHY BONES Light refreshments provided. Meets: March 14, 9-10 a.m. Location: Burbank Town Center, Food Court, 3rd Level, 201 E. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank Speaker: Dr. Boyd Flinders Info: (818) 847-4535 HEALTHY EYES Meets: March 15, 10-11 a.m. Location: Don Tuttle Senior Ctr., 1731 N. Ontario St., Burbank Speaker: Dr. K. Eghbali Info: (818) 847-4535 TECHNOLOGY ADVANCES Meets: March 16, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: The Village at Northridge, 9222 Corbin Ave., Northridge Speaker: Brendan Hooley, Facey Medical Foundation, Creative Service Specialist RSVP: (818) 812-4617
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INTRO TO YOGA Lecture and short demo. Meets: March 16, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Location: The Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center, 2nd fl. Yoga Room, 181 S. Buena Vista St., Burbank RSVP: Reservation Needed 1-888-432-5464 PROSTATE CANCER: A SILENT CONDITION Meets: March 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: Belmont Village Hollywood, 2051 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman Info: (818) 847-4535 LYMPHEDEMA 101 Meets: March 20, 12 -1 p.m. Location: The Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center, 2nd fl. Yoga Room, 181 S. Buena Vista St., Burbank RSVP: Reservation Needed 1-888-432-5464 ONCOLOGY REHAB Light refreshments provided. Meets: March 22, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: Vintage Burbank, 2721 Willow St., Burbank Speaker: Cheryl Pranskevich PT, CLT RSVP: (818) 954-9500 CHANGES WITH AGE Meets: March 27, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: Belmont Village Sherman Oaks, 15451 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks Speaker: Estee Bienstock, RN Info: (818) 847-4535 BENEFITS OF STAYING ACTIVE Meets: March 28, 1-2 p.m. Location: Santa Clarita Senior Ctr., 22900 Market St., Santa Clarita Speaker: Patient Educator, Facey Medical Group Info: (818) 847-4535
APRIL LECTURES PROSTATE CANCER: A SILENT CONDITION Meets: April 3, 1:45-2:45 p.m. Location: Gardens of Tarzana, 18700 Burbank Blvd., Tarzana Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman Info: (818) 847-4535 HAPPY HEALTHY BONES Meets: April 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Location: Joslyn Adult Center, 1301 W. Olive Ave., Burbank Speaker: Dr. Boyd Flinders Fee: $1 / Free w/Burbank Senior Card Info: (818) 847-4535 UNDERSTANDING CHALLENGING BEHAVIORS Meets: April 5, 1 - 2 p.m. Location: Monarch Village, 5325 Etiwanda Ave., Tarzana Speaker: Estee Bienstock, RN RSVP: (818) 344-4164 LADIES, TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BLADDER Meets: April 10, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: Belmont Village Burbank, 455 E. Angeleno Ave., Burbank Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman Info: (818) 847-4535 HEALTHY LIVING Light refreshments provided. Meets: April 11, 9-10 a.m. Location: Burbank Town Center, Food Court, 3rd Level, 201 E. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank Speaker: Doctor from Regal/Lakeside and Affiliates Info: (818) 847-4535
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March/April Classes, Events and Lectures PROVIDENCE TARZANA’S CENTER FOR CARDIAC REHABILITATION
APRIL LECTURES CONT. HAPPY HEALTHY BONES Light refreshments provided. Meets: April 12, 9-10 a.m. Location: Westfield Fashion Square, New Dining Terrace Seating Area, 14006 Riverside Dr., Sherman Oaks Speaker: Dr. Boyd Flinders Info: (818) 847-4535 LADIES, TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BLADDER Meets: April 16, 10-11 a.m. Location: Don Tuttle Senior Ctr., 1731 N. Ontario St., Burbank Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman Info: (818) 847-4535 FREE OSTEOARTHRITIS SCREENINGS Meets: April 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: The Village at Northridge, 9222 Corbin Ave., Northridge Speaker: Facey Medical Group RSVP: (818) 812-4617 PROSTATE CANCER: A SILENT CONDITION Meets: April 24, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Location: Belmont Village Sherman Oaks, 15451 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks Speaker: Dr. Shahin Chandrasoma Info: (818) 847-4535 FREE OSTEOARTHRITIS SCREENINGS Meets: April 25, 1-2 p.m. Location: Santa Clarita Senior Ctr., 22900 Market St., Santa Clarita Speaker: Facey Medical Group Info: (818) 847-4535 4
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LADIES, TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BLADDER Meets: April 26, 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Location: Wilkinson Senior Center, 8956 Vanalden Ave., Northridge Speaker: Dr. Michael Hyman Info: (818) 847-4535
SUPPORT GROUPS STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Meets: Third Tuesday of each month, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Location: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Acute Rehab Dining Room, North Tower 5th floor, 501 S. Buena Vista St., Burbank Co-Facilitators: Marilyn Zelen, Clinical Social Worker, and Chaplain Sam Scrivan Info: (818) 847-3799 HEART DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP Meets: Monthly Location: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehab/Fitness Center, 3413 W. Pacific Ave., Suite 202, Burbank Info: Call (818) 953-4494 for dates & times NUTRITION ROUNDTABLE Meets: Every Monday, 12:30-1:30 p.m. and 5-6 p.m. Location: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center Rehab/Fitness Center, 3413 W. Pacific Ave., Suite 202, Burbank Info: (818) 953-4494
Providence Tarzana’s Center for Cardiac Rehabilitation has been serving the San Fernando Valley for almost 20 years, offering outpatient programs Phase II (for those suffering recent cardiac events,) Phase III (for graduates of Phase II and those with risk factors for developing heart disease) and Phase IV (patients progressing to independent, unmonitored exercise programs). Programs combine both cardiac health education and exercise tailored to meet individual needs and health conditions, under the supervision of critical care nurses and exercise physiologists. Program goals include the reduction of further complications from heart disease, reduction of future risk by modifying applicable risk factors, promotion of heart healthy lifestyles and improvement in overall quality of life. For more information, please call (818) 708-4070.
BE A SENIOR PEER COUNSELING VOLUNTEER • Do people say you’re a good listener? • Are you 50 years old or older? • Do you like helping people? • Are you interested in psychology? Training will include how to work with seniors who have: • Depression/Anxiety • Bereavement/Loss • Relationship problems • Normal aging issues Training will start in June 2012 at: 6801 Coldwater Canyon, Suite 1A North Hollywood, CA 91605 For more info call Carolyn Young, LCSW (818) 847-3845
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