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Be Educated and Active Together OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital November 2021 BEAT For those 55 years and older Formerly SeniorBEAT Up © OhioHealth Inc. 2021. All rights reserved. FY22-387950_NOV 10/21. O’Bleness Hospital 55 Hospital Drive Athens, Ohio 45701 <<Name>> <<address>> <<City>> <<ST>> <<ZIPPP>> HISTORY GROUP Exploring the History of Mound Cemetery on Invisible Ground with Brian Koscho What is a podcast and why should we be interested? Podcasts are much like stories told on the radio. Typically, a podcast is hosted by one or two people with a focus on a particular topic or genre. Genres are expansive in the world of podcasts and include history, sports, science and much more. Join us virtually, by telephone or computer device, on Thursday, November 11, from 2-3 PM for an opportunity to experience listening to a podcast with local podcast host, Brian Koscho. The program will start with Brian sharing an episode from his podcast Invisible Ground, titled “Mound Cemetery.” In this episode, Brian will take us to the Marietta, Ohio site to explore the history. Discussion with Brian will follow. Brian Koscho is an artist living in Athens, Ohio currently working on his thesis for an MFA in Communication Media Arts at Ohio University. Brian hosts two podcasts: Invisible Ground, which focuses on the rich public history and hidden stories of southeast Ohio and The Western Reserve, which plays Ohio music. He is currently a producer for “Our Town: Chillicothe” for WOUB Public Media, to be released this fall. Along with his work in media, Brian is a teacher at the college level at Ohio University. Find out more at BrianKoscho.com and FindInvisibleGround.com. FOOD FOR THOUGHT Plastics – What’s the Problem? with Lee Gregg Plastics are so convenient, so easy and now, ubiquitous. What are the issues that make plastics such an environmental threat? Join us virtually, by telephone or computer device, on Thursday, November 18 from 2-3 PM as Lee Gregg, member of Athens ReThink Plastics, presents on the topic of plastics. We will learn about the issues posed by plastics, from the sourcing of raw materials to the end of their functional life, and what can be done to mitigate this looming crisis. Just in time for the holidays, we will dive deeper into what we can do to cut down on our individual plastic consumption. Athens ReThink Plastics is a group of individuals concerned about the adverse health and environmental impacts of the production, consumption and discarding of plastic products. Athens ReThink Plastics is focused on finding solutions to the plastics crisis through education, action steps, and collaboration with community members, business owners and policymakers. TO CONNECT WITH US To connect by phone: Call: 1 (650) 479-3208 Meeting access code: 160 018 9149 # To connect by computer: URL: https://bit.ly/HistoryGroupNov2021 TO CONNECT WITH US To connect by phone: Call: 1 (650) 479-3208 Meeting access code: 160 440 3449 # To connect by computer: URL: http://bit.ly/FoodForThoughtNov2021 We all know exercise is important. Have you noticed a change in your exercise routine since the start of the pandemic? Although we understand that exercising in your home is different, we also want to share that the opportunity to exercise with others virtually during this time has been positive for many. We have found that along with the exercise comes support from one another. If you joined us for exercise prior to the pandemic, you may already understand what our exercise class offers. The program, offered in partnership with United Seniors of Athens County, focuses on cardio, muscle strengthening and endurance, flexibility and balance. Each type of exercise offers a different health benefit. For example, range of motion and muscular strength and endurance exercises target the muscles that support the joints. Cardiorespiratory endurance exercises strengthen your heart, make your lungs more efficient and give you more stamina. The exercises we practice offer many other benefits including: + Joint flexibility and mobility + Muscle strength + Endurance, stamina and more energy + Bone strength + Function (ability to perform daily activities) + Posture, balance and coordination + Nourishes cartilage + Cardiovascular health and circulation + Regular bowel movements + Sense of well-being, less stress and depression + Weight control and better appearance + Improved quality of sleep So, what are you waiting for? We currently exercise virtually, once per week, on Tuesdays at 10 AM. We welcome you to join us! If you are uncertain about how to connect with us or would like to join us and are unable to due to lack of technology resources, please contact Caitlin at (740) 566- 4680 and she will help connect you to resources to make your participation possible! The Exercises that Keep us Going
Transcript of Be Educated and Active Together
Be Educated and Active TogetherOhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital November 2021
BEATFor those 55 years and older
Formerly SeniorBEATUp
© OhioHealth Inc. 2021. All rights reserved. FY22-387950_NOV 10/21.
O’Bleness Hospital55 Hospital DriveAthens, Ohio 45701
<<Name>><<address>><<City>> <<ST>> <<ZIPPP>>
H I STO RY G RO U P Exploring the History of Mound Cemetery on Invisible Ground with Brian Koscho
What is a podcast and why should we be interested? Podcasts are much like stories told on the radio. Typically, a podcast is hosted by one or two people with a focus on a particular topic or genre. Genres are expansive in the world of podcasts and include history, sports, science and much more. Join us virtually, by telephone or computer device, on Thursday, November 11, from 2-3 PM for an opportunity to experience listening to a podcast with local podcast host, Brian Koscho. The program will start with Brian sharing an episode from his podcast Invisible Ground, titled “Mound Cemetery.” In this episode, Brian will take us to the Marietta, Ohio site to explore the history. Discussion with Brian will follow.
Brian Koscho is an artist living in Athens, Ohio currently working on his thesis for an MFA in Communication Media Arts at Ohio University. Brian hosts two podcasts: Invisible Ground, which focuses on the rich public history and hidden stories of southeast Ohio and The Western Reserve, which plays Ohio music. He is currently a producer for “Our Town: Chillicothe” for WOUB Public Media, to be released this fall. Along with his work in media, Brian is a teacher at the college level at Ohio University. Find out more at BrianKoscho.com and FindInvisibleGround.com.
F O O D F O R T H O U G H T
Plastics – What’s the Problem? with Lee Gregg
Plastics are so convenient, so easy and now, ubiquitous. What are the issues that make plastics such an environmental threat? Join us virtually, by telephone or computer device, on Thursday, November 18 from 2-3 PM as Lee Gregg, member of Athens ReThink Plastics, presents on the topic of plastics. We will learn about the issues posed by plastics, from the sourcing of raw materials to the end of their functional life, and what can be done to mitigate this looming crisis. Just in time for the holidays, we will dive deeper into what we can do to cut down on our individual plastic consumption.
Athens ReThink Plastics is a group of individuals concerned about the adverse health and environmental impacts of the production, consumption and discarding of plastic products. Athens ReThink Plastics is focused on finding solutions to the plastics crisis through education, action steps, and collaboration with community members, business owners and policymakers.
TO CONNECT WITH US
To connect by phone:Call: 1 (650) 479-3208Meeting access code: 160 018 9149 # To connect by computer:URL: https://bit.ly/HistoryGroupNov2021
TO CONNECT WITH US To connect by phone:Call: 1 (650) 479-3208Meeting access code: 160 440 3449 #To connect by computer:URL: http://bit.ly/FoodForThoughtNov2021
We all know exercise is important. Have you noticed a change in your exercise routine since the start of the pandemic? Although we understand that exercising in your home is different, we also want to share that the opportunity to exercise with others virtually during this time has been positive for many. We have found that along with the exercise comes support from one another.
If you joined us for exercise prior to the pandemic, you may already understand what our exercise class offers. The program, offered in partnership with United Seniors of Athens County, focuses on cardio, muscle strengthening and endurance, flexibility and balance. Each type of exercise offers a different health benefit. For example, range of motion and muscular strength and endurance exercises target the muscles that support the joints. Cardiorespiratory endurance exercises strengthen your heart, make your lungs more efficient and give you more stamina. The exercises we practice offer many other benefits including:
+ Joint flexibility and mobility+ Muscle strength+ Endurance, stamina and more energy+ Bone strength+ Function (ability to perform daily activities)
+ Posture, balance and coordination+ Nourishes cartilage+ Cardiovascular health and circulation+ Regular bowel movements+ Sense of well-being, less stress and depression+ Weight control and better appearance+ Improved quality of sleep
So, what are you waiting for? We currently exercise virtually, once per week, on Tuesdays at 10 AM. We welcome you to join us!
If you are uncertain about how to connect with us or would like to join us and are unable to due to lack of technology resources, please contact Caitlin at (740) 566-4680 and she will help connect you to resources to make your participation possible!
The Exercises that Keep us Going
A M E S SAG E F RO M CA I T L I N In September we kicked off a program series in collaboration with the Ohio Pollinator Habitat Initiative. This four-part series focuses on a cycle that supports a sustainable and healthy food system. In September we learned about the migration of monarch butterflies and the habitat that supports monarch butterflies locally. In October we learned how to support a healthy habitat for wildlife. We learned about the importance of plant diversity including pollinators, perennials and annuals. If you enjoy nature or learning about our environment or are interested in how ecosystems work, join us for one or both of the final two programs in this series. More information will be provided in our December newsletter on how to connect with us. The final offerings in this series are:
Thursday, December 2 at 2 PM: “Pollinator Habitat for Wildlife”
Thursday, December 30 at 2 PM: “Connecting the Dots: Pollination for a Sustainable Food Supply”
I want to send out a special thank you to the Ohio Pollinator Habitat Initiative who has provided the opportunity to bring nature to us, while also offering the opportunity to learn.
S I N G I N G G RO U P: S I N G-A-LO N G
Join us virtually, by phone or computer, on Friday, November 26 from 1-2 PM, for time to listen and sing-a-long to well-known songs. For this program, others will not be able to hear you sing. Songs often bring back memories, which we will have the opportunity to share together.
TO CONNECT WITH US
To connect by phone:Call: 1 (650) 479-3208Meeting access code: 735 471 956 # To connect by computer: URL: https://OhioHealth.Webex.com/Join/Caitlin.Bond
B O O K C LU B
Join us virtually, by telephone or computer device for the UpBEAT Book Club on Monday, November 8 at 10 AM. We will have lively discussion about Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk. Janina, living in a remote Polish village has the reputation of questionable sanity. This thriller, which takes us into the investigation of a neighbor’s death, raises the question: Who do we deem sane?
Join us for our meeting to plan for our book reads for year 2022, on Monday, December 13 at 10 a.m.
All caught up? Get ready with January’s book.
December: UpBEAT Book Club Planning Meeting
January: Educated by Tara Westover
D I D YO U K N OW? Contact HAPCAP for help!
Are you or someone you know struggling to buy food, find work or pay for utilities or housing? Most of us will struggle financially at some point in our lives, and Hocking Athens Perry Community Action (HAPCAP) is here to help. HAPCAP employs three Community Resource Navigators, who can assist community members in finding the right service to meet their needs and walk them through the process of getting help. While HAPCAP can’t guarantee they can help address every need, they commit to taking the time to listen to your concern and doing their best to direct you to the right service, without judgment. Call them at (740) 767-4500 or visit hapcap.org/help to submit a request for assistance.
To connect by computer, follow these steps:
STEP 1: Look under presentation date for URL (each URL is different for each program).
STEP 2: Copy and paste the URL into your internet browser, or simply click on the URL.
STEP 3: Type the URL into your internet browser and you will be taken to a webpage with a green “Join” button. Click on “Join” to join the program.
To connect by phone, follow these steps:
STEP 1: 5-10 minutes prior to meeting time, with any phone, dial 1 (650) 479-3208. Please note this is a toll phone number, you may be charged long-distance depending on your phone provider. You will hear the following prompt:
“Welcome to Webex, enter your access code or meeting number followed by pound (#).”
STEP 2: Enter access code: Refer to number provided under each program date (this code is different for each program).
Once you enter this access code, you should be connected with all other attendees. Please note that if you are not muted, others will be able to hear background noise if you are in a location with background noise.
H OW TO CO N N E CT
For all of our UpBEAT virtual program opportunities, please follow these steps to connect:
TO CONNECT WITH US
To connect by phone:Call: 1 (650) 479-3208Meeting access code: 735 471 956 # To connect by computer:URL: https://OhioHealth.Webex.com/Join/Caitlin.Bond
TO CONNECT WITH US
To connect by phone:Call: 1 (650) 479-3208Meeting access code: 180 445 9848 # To connect by computer:URL: https://bit.ly/CopingAndGrounding
F O O D F O R T H O U G H T Coping and Grounding Skills with Suzanne Kincaid
After more than a year of weathering a pandemic together, we continue to have shifts in our lives. Feelings may fall on the spectrum of hopeful, then later shift to anxiety driven. This month we will begin a series on coping strategies. The goal of a coping strategy is to help us adapt to change and manage anxiety that may show up unexpectedly in our lives. Our hope is to offer the opportunity to learn about a variety of coping strategies, so that you can decide for yourself which coping strategies work best for you.
First in the series, we will learn some techniques that can be used to decrease stress and help us reset in stressful moments. We will learn about bi-lateral stimulation, breathing techniques and “the container.” Join us
virtually, by phone or computer on Thursday, November 4 from 2-3 PM.
In December we will learn about avoiding news overload and in January we will focus on anchoring our attention during turbulent times.
U P B E AT E X E RC I S E
We know that regardless of the weather, our bodies need movement to maintain our strength, balance and decrease our risk of falling. We invite you to join us for our exercise class virtually from your home. For everyone’s safety, we do require a video connection. In addition, you will need to complete the Virtual UpBEAT Exercise Program Waiver Form available online at https://bit.ly/UpBeatWaiver
Do you have questions regarding how to connect with us or complete the waiver form? Caitlin has enjoyed holding one-on-one virtual meetings with members to explore options for connecting virtually. Contact Caitlin at (740) 566-4680 to learn how you might connect!
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UpBEATPROGRAMSTo join UpBEAT or for program information, call Caitlin Bond, UpBEAT Program Coordinator, at (740) 566.4680. UpBEAT is a program for those 55 years and older. Membership is free. Photos and/or videos may be taken during UpBEAT activities. If you do not wish to be photographed, please notify Caitlin Bond, at (740) 566.4680.
Are you connected on the internet? Visit our new UpBEAT webpage at: OhioHealth.com/UpBEAT
UpBEAT Schedule (until in-person meetings are able to resume):
HISTORY GROUP, FOOD FOR THOUGHT PROGRAM or CONNECT AND SHARE _________________________
Every Thursday alternating between History Group, Food for Thought Program and Connect and Share throughout the month, 2-3 PM, by phone or computer. Refer to newsletter for additional information.
BOOK CLUB __________________________________ Second Monday of each month at 10-11 AM, by phone or computer.
SINGING GROUP ______________________________
Fourth Friday of each month at 1-2 PM, by phone or computer.
UPBEAT EXERCISE _____________________________ All Tuesdays of each month at 10-11 AM, by phone or computer.
UpBEAT Chair Volleyball Team participating in the 2009 Southeast Ohio Chair Volleyball Tournament.
Taking us back in time to 2009
Serving up potato peel pie during an UpBEAT program in 2009.
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10 AM Virtual UpBEAT Exercise Class
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1 PM Virtual Advisory Board Meeting
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2 PM Virtual Food for Thought Coping and Grounding Skills
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10 AM Virtual Book Club, Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk
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10 AM Virtual UpBEAT Exercise Class
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2 PM Virtual History Group Exploring the History of Mound Cemetery on Invisible Ground
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10 AM Virtual UpBEAT Exercise Class
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2 PM Virtual Food for Thought Plastics – What’s the Problem?
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10 AM Virtual UpBEAT Exercise Class
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No Virtual Program, Happy Thanksgiving!
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1 PM Virtual Singing Group
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10 AM Virtual UpBEAT Exercise Class
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Advisory MembersDoug Baxter, Richard Dean, Howard Federspiel, Phyllis Field Baxter, Susan Pitts and Hallie Vore
