Community Programs
Prince George's Hospital
Introduction to T'ai Chi
T'ai Chi is a Chinese exercise which combines the benefits of meditation, stretching, and relaxation training. Second Tuesday of the month. Deitz Memorial Auditorium 7:30 pm. For more information, call (301) 618-3858. To register, call Penny Martin at 301-618-2490.
Diabetes Education
A program to help diabetics manage their diabetes. Addresses physical, emotional, social and nutritional needs.
Every Tuesday from 9 to noon. For more information and to register, call (301) 618-3297.
Standard First Aid
A four-hour basic first aid course. Every other month starting in January. For more information, call (301) 618-3490. $20 includes materials.
Senior Dining and Lecture Series
Second and fourth Wednesday of each month. For more information, call (301) 927-4987.
Morning Star Walking Program at Capital Plaza
Walk in a friendly environment and learn about maintaining your health. Program includes regular blood pressure screenings and health presentations. For more information, call (301) 618-3858.
Bowie Health Center
CPR Classes
Held once a month. For more information, call (301) 262-5511. $5
Community Blood Pressure Checks
Monday-Sunday, 8 am to midnight. For more information, call (301) 262-5511
Laurel Regional Hospital
CPR Classes
Held regularly on Saturdays. For more information and to register, call (301) 497-7917 or (410) 792-2270, ext. 7917.
People with Arthritis Can Exercise (PACE)
An on-going exercise program that meets at 10 am to noon on Mondays and Thursdays for 14 sessions. For more information and to register, call (301) 497-7901 or (410) 792-2270 ext. 7901. $25 includes materials.
Diabetes Education
A program to help diabetics manage their diabetes. Addresses physical, emotional, social and nutritional needs.
Every Tuesday from 9 to noon. For more information and to register, call (301) 618-3297.
Twelve hours of instruction held in four sessions including a Saturday and three Mondays. The program repeats every month. For more information and to register, call (301) 497-7983 or (410) 792-2270, ext. 7983. Fee may be covered by insurance including Medicare.
Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar Screening for Seniors
Second Tuesday of each month at 10 am. Phelps Senior Citizens Center in Laurel. For more information, call (301) 776-6168.
Walking Program at Laurel Centre Mall
Senior Strollers walk every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 10:30 am. Blood pressure screenings are offered the second Thursday of each month. For more information, call (301) 776-6168.
Lifeline, an emergency response system for the home-bound.
For more information, call (301) 497-7950 or (410) 792-2270, ext. 7950. $35 for installation and $35 a month rental.
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