Learn More About The Carmel Foundation Senior Activities

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The Carmel Foundation is a great place for seniors to make new friends, find activities and pick up new hobbies.  On February 14, March 14, April 11 & May 9 the foundation will have a free orientation where staff members can explain the courses they have from music appreciation, bridge, chess, horticulture, Greek dancing and all kinds of other interesting topics.

Pebble Beach, CA Join CHOMP’s Exercise Smart For Diabetes Management Class

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Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, CHOMP, has a number of helpful classes, with one focusing on how to exercise to keep your Diabetes under control.  Learn how exercise can aid in diabetes management and get tips for safe, effective exercise.  The information you receive will include an overview of diabetes and special considerations for exercise for those with diabetes.  To register, go to www.chomp.org/classes.

Pacific Grove, CA Tips For Seniors With Balance Issues—Particularly If You Have Diabetes

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An article in Diabetes Forecast (September/October 2020, page 40), had a top for seniors who have balance issues—brush your teeth on one leg.  You would be surprised how a series of very short, but powerful exercises throughout the day can help your balance, tight muscles, and soothe aches and pains.  The article says this is particularly important if you have type 2 Diabetes.  To get more information on diabetes, visit Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, CHOMP’s, Diabetes and Nutrition website.  You will find useful information about support groups, classes and more.

https://www.chomp.org/locations/location-profile/diabetes-and-nutrition-therapy/#.X9F3p9hKjcs

Another useful resource is Community Health Innovations.  A full 45% of Monterey County residents have Diabetes or pre-Diabetes!

https://communityhealthinnovations.org/what-we-do/diabetes-prevention-management/