HEALTH & WELLNESS EDUCATION AT DSCC
We’re Always Teaching And Our Seniors Are Always Learning
THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO LEARN
Our seniors love to learn. And because we want them to be well-informed, DSCC provides on going Health & Wellness Education that is designed to keep our seniors healthy and in the know.
Our Health & Wellness experts are always on the lookout for relevant and useful information to share with our seniors.
Recent topics include:
- Age Appropriate Exercise
- Nutrition and Healthy Eating
- Diabetic Health
- Food Trends
- Fun Mental Exercises and Activities
Of course, all our topics are geared specifically towards the needs and physical capabilities of our seniors. Check out our Calendar of Events page for a list of upcoming Health & Wellness presentations / seminars.
SEE OUR HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRESENTATIONS
Each month, our seniors have opportunities to learn new information that can help them stay healthy. Below are links to current and past Health and Wellness Presentations. For more information about upcoming events, please contact DSCC by email or by phone at (630) 620-0804.
VIEW AND DOWNLOAD OUR HEALTH & WELLNESS NEWSLETTER
You can view or download our Health & Wellness Focused Newsletter for Seniors below.
CHECK OUT OUR 2024 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRESENTATIONS
Below are our presentations presented in 2024.
July: Nutritional Supplements
Let’s look at different types of nutritional supplements, what they do and who might benefit. Learn more.
August: Menu Standards
Let’s take a look at what we use to make carefully crafted meals for seniors in our community. Learn more.
September: Everything in Moderation
Good nutrition never goes out of style! Let’s look at some oldies but goodies. Learn more.
Apr: Fresh, Dried, Canned, Frozen
Let’s looks at the different forms of fruits and vegetables and discover ways to incorporate them into our diets. Learn More.
May: Beverage Breakdown
Reading labels and knowing
what to look for can help
determine which drink is right for which situation. Learn More.
June: Dining Out the Healthy Way
Let’s look at ways to enjoy restaurant meals without letting go of all sense of a good healthy balanced meal. Learn More.
Jan: Eating Healthy On A Budget
It’s not always easy to stick to a food budget. Here are tips to help you eat healthy while keeping your budget on track. Learn More.
Feb: Is Breakfast Still The Best Meal of the Day
Breakfast can improve your energy level and your ability to concentrate in the short term, and can help improve your health. Learn More.
Mar: Types of Vegetarian Diets
Being a Vegetarian means
abstaining from meat.
People decide to cut out
or eat less meat for many
reasons. Learn More.
CHECK OUT OUR 2023 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRESENTATIONS
Below are our presentations presented in 2023.
Oct: Blood Sugar Levels
Learn why our blood sugar levels rise and fall and why it’s important to manage your blood sugar levels. Learn More.
Nov: Hunger and Relation To What We Eat
When we are hungry, it isn’t always a bad thing. It’s a signal to our bodies that we need to nourish. Learn More.
Dec: Healthy Baking
When it comes to holiday treats, there are a few ways to handle the temptation and make them more healthy. Learn More.
July: Sleep & Nutrition
We all know what foods keep us up at night but there is more to the interaction between nutrition and sleep than caffeine. Learn More.
Aug: Amino Acids
We know that our body needs protein but what we may not know is that amino acids are the molecules that combine to form proteins. Learn More.
Sept: Fast Food
Fast food is quick, convenient, and no doubt delicious, but can it be part of a healthy diet? Learn More.
April: The Incredible, Edible Egg
Do you know all the benefits of eating eggs? There are more than you think. Learn More.
May: Complete & Incomplete Proteins
We need proteins in our diet. Learn More about the different kinds of proteins our bodies need for good health.
June: Diet is a Four-Letter Word
The word “diet” does not need to carry the negativity that it often does! Learn More about eating healthy foods so you never have to “diet” again.
January: Plant-Based Diets
There can be benefits to a plant-based diet. Here’s some information that can help you determine if it’s right for you. Learn More.
February: Plant-Based Diets
Healthy foods are found in each food category, so why do we need to eat some of each? Learn More.
March: Micro & Macro Nutrients
Do you know the difference between these two important categories of nutrients? Learn More.
Do You Love To Teach?
Are you a healthcare professional or content expert? We’d love to have you share your expertise with our seniors!
Please contact our office by email or by phone at (630) 620-0804.
