The three Capital District public library systems are focusing on health and wellness programs now through the end of April 2019. The Moon Walk is a challenge to see if we can collectively get to the moon as a community by logging our exercise. The moon is 238,900 miles from the Earth, now get moving!
This program does not collect any personal information just log your steps, miles, or minutes of exercise and your zip code and help us reach our goal. Just click on the Log Exercise button below.
Interested in attending a health related program. Click on the Calendar button to check out the programs across the Capital District. Rensselaerville Programs will be highlighted below.
Are you looking for reliable, recent health related information? The Reliable Information button below will take you to Medline Plus. If you'd rather have a librarian help you find the information please contact Kim at the Library for an appointment to research the information that you need. Kim is a trained Consumer Health Information Specialist.
This program does not collect any personal information just log your steps, miles, or minutes of exercise and your zip code and help us reach our goal. Just click on the Log Exercise button below.
Interested in attending a health related program. Click on the Calendar button to check out the programs across the Capital District. Rensselaerville Programs will be highlighted below.
Are you looking for reliable, recent health related information? The Reliable Information button below will take you to Medline Plus. If you'd rather have a librarian help you find the information please contact Kim at the Library for an appointment to research the information that you need. Kim is a trained Consumer Health Information Specialist.
Rensselaerville Programs
April 11 at 11am – Looking for Health Related Information? This Workshop will walk you through how to find trusted information online. Kim will offer a workshop on the basics of Medline Plus and the variety of resources and tools available online through the National Library of Medicine.
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Lyme Disease
with Author Mary Beth Pfeiffer Tuesday, April 23, 2019 6pm 
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Alzheimer's Association
Effective Communication Strategies Wednesday, May 1, 2019 3-4pm Education program on communication helps families facing Alzheimer’s Individuals living with dementia often experience changes in behavior that can be confusing to friends and family. For caregivers, learning to decode messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can help both parties to connect and communicate in meaningful ways. Effective Communication Strategies is a program provided by the Alzheimer’s Association® that explores how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s disease. By the end of the program, attendees will be able to: Explain the communication changes that take place throughout the course of the disease. Decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and respond in ways that are helpful to the person. Identify strategies to connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. Effective Communication Strategies includes video interviews with professionals who explain critical aspects of communication throughout the Alzheimer’s journey, and caregivers who share tips that have worked for their families. To register for this program call or email Victor at 518.867.4999 extx200 or email vicoles@alz.org or go to www.communityresourcefinder.org/ |
Alzheimer's Association
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
3-4pm
Program provides information and tips on healthy aging
At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline.
To help people age well, the Alzheimer’s Association® is offering the Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research program. This workshop covers four areas of lifestyle habits that are associated with healthy aging:
• Cognitive activity.
• Physical health and exercise.
• Diet and nutrition.
• Social engagement.
In each area, we will discuss what we know, drawing on current research, as well as what we can do — steps to take now to improve or maintain overall health in each area.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research is designed for individuals of any age who are looking for information on ways to age as well as possible.
To register for this program call or email Victor at 518.867.4999 extx200 or email vicoles@alz.org or go to www.communityresourcefinder.org/
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
3-4pm
Program provides information and tips on healthy aging
At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline.
To help people age well, the Alzheimer’s Association® is offering the Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research program. This workshop covers four areas of lifestyle habits that are associated with healthy aging:
• Cognitive activity.
• Physical health and exercise.
• Diet and nutrition.
• Social engagement.
In each area, we will discuss what we know, drawing on current research, as well as what we can do — steps to take now to improve or maintain overall health in each area.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research is designed for individuals of any age who are looking for information on ways to age as well as possible.
To register for this program call or email Victor at 518.867.4999 extx200 or email vicoles@alz.org or go to www.communityresourcefinder.org/
Vendors
Albany County Department of Health
Albany County Sherriff's Office
Alzheimer's Association
Bassett Health
Berkshire Farm
Berne Public Library
Cancer Services of Albany County
CDPHP
Energy Healing and Mindfulness
Foothills Yogayurveda - Sarah Nelson Weiss
Huyck Preserve
Insight Meditation
Library Moon Walk Program
Middleburgh Library
New Harmony Wellness Center
Rensselaerville Trail Run/Walk
Smoking Cessation (Bassett Health)
Peaceful Valley Reiki
Raven Crest Botanicals
Rensselaerville Library
Tai Chi with Earl O'Bryan
The Body Fixx Health and Fitness
Thrive by Lev-el
Albany County Department of Health
Albany County Sherriff's Office
Alzheimer's Association
Bassett Health
Berkshire Farm
Berne Public Library
Cancer Services of Albany County
CDPHP
Energy Healing and Mindfulness
Foothills Yogayurveda - Sarah Nelson Weiss
Huyck Preserve
Insight Meditation
Library Moon Walk Program
Middleburgh Library
New Harmony Wellness Center
Rensselaerville Trail Run/Walk
Smoking Cessation (Bassett Health)
Peaceful Valley Reiki
Raven Crest Botanicals
Rensselaerville Library
Tai Chi with Earl O'Bryan
The Body Fixx Health and Fitness
Thrive by Lev-el
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Workshops
10:00-10:45AM An Introduction to Insight Meditation with Jack King Insight meditation is the simple practice of using the breath to learn awareness and mindfulness. It is a method to teach yourself to pay better, calm attention to how things are, without the filters of “I want more of this, and less of that.” We learn to sit quietly, supported by others; to allow understanding and compassion to arise; to encourage loving-kindness and patience. By your own effort, and with others, through study, reflection, and practice, you can be happy, free, and peaceful whatever the conditions of your life are. There are no costs, obligations, or creeds. 11:00-11:45AM Restorative Breath and Movement for Everybody with Dian Ryan Dian will be teaching both chair and standing postures that can be easily practiced during work and leisure time. 12:00-12:45PM Lymph - let's get it moving! with Joy from New Harmony Lymph, what is it, the job it does, symptoms of when it's not working properly and how to get it moving. 1:00-1:45PM Detox in Harmony - Herbs and Foods to Rejuvenate your Being with Raven Crest Botanicals Get ready for spring! Susanna Raeven from Raven Crest Botanicals will share herbs, foods, lifestyles and recipes to jumpstart your very own detox process after a long winter hibernation. Learn about different types of detoxing cleanses and explore herbs to support and invigorate the liver, enliven the lymphatic system, improve digestion and clear your skin. 2:00-2:45PM Zumba with The Body Fixx Health & Fitness Zumba is an exercise fitness program created by Colombian dancer and choreographer Alberto "Beto" Perez during the 1990s. Zumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included. |
Special Opportunities
Are you planning to arrive early? 9:00-10:00AM Join Sarah Nelson Weiss’s on-going Pilates class This is a careful approach to Pilates, emphasizing thoughtful core stabilizing exercises and gentle stretching. Proper strengthening of deep abdominal muscles is key to good alignment and proper support of the spine, so Pilates is an effective way to both prevent and address back pain. And a strong, stable core benefits the peripheral joints, especially hips and shoulders, as well. Class is open to all - no experience necessary - but space is limited and preregistration is required. $10. Please contact Sarah to register. foothills.yogayurveda@gmail.com 11:00AM & 1:00PM Narcan Training provided by Albany County Sheriff’s Office Please register for a specific time at their table |
Community Health Partners
Albany County Department of Health
Albany Medical College (AMC) For Health Consumers
Albany Medical College (AMC) WIC Program
Alzheimer's Association
St. Peter's Health Partners
Albany County Department of Health
Albany Medical College (AMC) For Health Consumers
Albany Medical College (AMC) WIC Program
Alzheimer's Association
St. Peter's Health Partners
