Saving Your Brain (And Body)
You can reduce your risk of dementia by up to 75% and it is estimated that 40% of all community dementia is preventable.
This 10-week program consists of two-hour weekly meetings via Zoom. We will provide you with tools and resources to reduce your risk of developing dementia. Participants will also receive half hour individual sessions with each; a Registered Dietitian, Geriatric Pharmacist, YMCA Fitness Consultant, and a Health Coach, plus a free three-month membership to the Y. The program teaches you how to – and gives you the support you need to – make necessary changes to your current lifestyle to lower your risk as much as possible. The following topics will be addressed:
This program covers how to:
- Eat well
- Get moving
- Sleep Enough
- Take the right medications
- Address chronic diseases
- Stay sharp
- Be social
- Keep hydrated
- Stress resilience
- Hear well
Registration is now open for both in-person and virtual classes.
We Offer Lessons Virtually
Walnut Creek Family YMCA
948 73rd St. West Des Moines, 50265 Get Directions 515-224-1888 Branch HoursMON: | 5 am - 9 pm |
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TUE: | 5 am - 9 pm |
WED: | 5 am - 9 pm |
THU: | 5 am - 9 pm |
FRI: | 5 am - 8 pm |
SAT: | 6 am - 4 pm |
SUN: | 10 am - 4 pm |
Wellmark YMCA
501 Grand Ave Des Moines, 50309 Get Directions 515-282-9622 Branch HoursMON: | 5 am - 9 pm |
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TUE: | 5 am - 9 pm |
WED: | 5 am - 9 pm |
THU: | 5 am - 9 pm |
FRI: | 5 am - 8 pm |
SAT: | 7 am - 2 pm |
SUN: | 9 am - 2 pm |