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COMMUNITY WELLNESS & EDUCATION SERIES
FOR ADULTS & SENIORS OFFERED
AT CASA COLINA CENTERS FOR REHABILITATION
Pomona, CA… A series of free and low-cost community wellness and education classes for adults of all ages is currently being offered at Casa Colina Centers for Rehabilitation. All classes are designed and presented by highly trained clinical staff and are structured to help community members with various health related issues that may involve medical rehabilitation. Scheduled sessions this winter and spring 2007 include the following:
Managing Arm & Hand Pain
Common types of hand and arm injuries and prevention will be discussed. Free.
March 7 from 5:30 to 7 pm. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275
Nutrition Basics For Healthy Eating
Learn about the importance of good nutrition and understanding food labels. Free.
March 14 from 4 to 5 pm. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275
Learning About Osteoporosis
Prevention and medical treatment will be discussed by Dr. Antony Hou, board-certified rheumatologist. Physical therapists will instruct and lead participants in exercises designed for strengthening and preventing fractures. Free. May 7 from 6:30 to 8 pm.
Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275
Fall Prevention
Seniors and people with disabilities learn techniques to prevent falls. Free. May 22 from 2:30 to 4 pm. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275
Pulmonary Management - How Can You Live if You Can’t Breathe?
Manage breathing difficulties and improve quality of life with simple exercises and lifestyle changes. Free. June 6 from 2:30 to 4 pm. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275
Hearing Screenings & Hearing Aid Evaluations
All testing is conducted by a licensed audiologist. Free. Call 909/450-0304 to schedule an appointment
Prenatal Exercise Program
Water and land exercise for pregnant women offers many benefits. Physician’s approval required. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 3500 for schedule and fee information.
Adaptive Driver Program
Seniors and people with a wide range of disabilities re-learn driving skills with a focus on safety. Assessment, behind-the-wheel evaluation, adaptive equipment and training are offered. Referral required. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 3500 for appointment and fee information.
Parkinson’s Speech & Exercise Group
Adults learn techniques for improved speech and mobility. $15 per session
8-week program on Wednesday from 2 to 4 pm beginning March 7.
Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275
Speech Conversation Group
Adults with speech difficulties due to stroke, brain injury or neurological disorders practice communication skills. Facilitated by a speech therapist. $10 per session
Every Tuesday from 3 to 4 pm. Call 909/596-7733, Ext. 3035
All Wellness & Education classes are held at the Tamkin Education Center, Building 1D, on the Casa Colina campus at 255 East Bonita Avenue (at Garey) in Pomona unless otherwise noted. Schedule is subject to change. Please call 909/596-7733, Ext. 2275 for more information and to reserve your space.
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