January is Caribou! Join Cary Medical Center’s Healthy You team for these community wellness programs: Bone Builders Unless otherwise noted, Healthy You programs are FREE, open to the GENERAL PUBLIC, & NO pre-registration is required. Healthy You is provided by Cary Medical Center with support from Pines Health Services. Teaming up to help you Mondays & Thursdays, 8:30 - 9:30 AM (begins January 12) Caribou Wellness Center, Multi-Purpose Room, Bennett Drive One in two women and one in five men will suffer a debilitating fracture due to osteoporosis, a disease that causes bones to become weak and brittle. Bone Builders is an osteoporosis prevention exercise program for women and men age 50+. Join us for this free, on-going series of weight-bearing exercise classes designed to help lower the risk of osteoporosis. Pre-registration and medical provider clearance is required. Class size is limited; call Cary PR at 498.1361 to register or for more information. Bone Builders is sponsored by Healthy You, Aroostook RSVP, and Caribou Parks & Recreation. Winter First Aid Monday, January 12; 5:00 - 6:00 PM Cary Medical Center, Chan Center, Van Buren Road Did you know there are probably items hiding right in your kitchen that could ease a cough, fight bacteria, or heal distressed skin? Natural health consultant, Cara Miller, will share timely tips and natural remedies that can help you breeze through the cold and flu season. Join us as we discuss what items you need in your arsenal for winter health care and how to safely use them. You might even win a winter first aid kit door prize! Eggs & Issues: Substance Abuse in the Workplace Thursday, January 15; 7:45 - 9:15 AM Caribou Inn and Convention Center, Main Street Drug use among employees and their family members can lead to expensive problems in the workplace. This free business breakfast features a panel of professionals who will address the economic and workplace impacts of substance abuse. Attendees will learn about drugs common in our area and what employers can do to help reduce the negative effects. Please RSVP by Friday, January 9 by calling the Power of Prevention Office at 540.3659. Hosted by Virtual Managed Solutions, Power of Prevention, and Healthy You. Hidden in Plain Sight Friday, January 16; 5:00 - 8:00 PM Plourde Furniture, Bennett Drive A must-see for anyone who has children or teens in their life! “Hidden in Plain Sight” is an interactive exhibit designed to resemble a teenager’s bedroom. Participants explore the simulated room looking for the often overlooked or hidden clues that may indicate teen substance abuse, underage drinking, and other risky behaviors. Staff will be on-hand to offer guidance and helpful information. Light refreshments will be served. Hosted by Plourde Furniture, Caribou Police Dept., Power of Prevention, and Healthy You. Find us at Facebook.com/CaryHealthyYou Healthy You questions? Contact the Cary Public Relations Office at 207.498.1361 or [email protected] Cary Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider. Safe Home Medication Lunch N’ Learn Thursday, January 29; Time 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Cary Medical Center, Chan Center, Van Buren Road Chances are you take a prescription drug (70% of Americans do). And while many people think they know how to properly handle and take their medications, approximately one out of every three hospital admissions of older adults is drug-related. Join us for this free Lunch N’ Learn to get the latest information about medication safety and ways you can reduce your risk of medication-related problems. Space is limited; call Cary PR at 498.1361 to RSVP. Healthy You: a Maine Public Health Association “Program of Excellence”! Healthy You delivers a unique combination of programs that address overall wellbeing including physical, emotional, mental, social, and family health. Programs are offered in the six communities of Washburn, Limestone, Van Buren, Caribou, Fort Fairfield, and Presque Isle for two full months each per year. Unless otherwise noted, Healthy You programs are free and open to the general public. We are dedicated to providing accessible, affordable wellness opportunities and education to all Aroostook County residents in partnership with area businesses, organizations, and other healthcare agencies. Our goal is to help you Like us at facebook.com/CaryHealthyYou or scan the apple to get our program calendar, contest information, wellness tips, and more.
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