SilverSneakers® is a fun energizing program that helps older adults take a greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events.
More and more seniors are interested in developing a healthier lifestyle. With the partnership between Health Care Dimensions (developed the SilverSneakers program) and various major health plans* across the United States, Medicare-eligible members of these health plans can participate in fitness center memberships at no extra cost. These programs may be found at local YMCAs, Jewish Community Centers, senior centers, and large family fitness centers. The benefits can include access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, pool, sauna, as well as customized exercise classes specifically designed to help the seniors improve their strength, flexibility, endurance and balance. Additionally, some programs also offer health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of healthy living such as weight loss programs, as well as quit-smoking and stress reduction programs. The outcomes of this program are measurable and have been most rewarding for the participants.
*In Texas, some of the insurance plans offering this program are certain AARP programs, Amerigroup, Humana, Unicare, and Universal. There is an excellent web site, SilverSneakers.com, for additional information on this great program.
SIlverSneakers is a registered trademark of Healthways Health Support, Inc.
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