FREE-TAKE ONE May 2015 May is Older Americans Month For 2015, the focus is “Get in the Act” and how older adults are taking charge of their health, getting engaged in their communities, and making a positive impact in the lives of others! Arthritis Classes: Improve range of motion and We would love to hear your stories on how you are “Getting into the Act”! Please email Maggie at [email protected] or give us a call to share a story about: flexibility; Multiple class locations. Coffee Talk Fitness: Chair exercises to improve joint movement and range of motion followed by coffee and socializing. Electronic Recycling: Recycling your unwanted electronics with us! Collection Mon-Fri 8-5 at Encore location. Call for other dates and locations as well as more info. Or visit encorelifeinc.org/ecycle Foot Care Service: Karen Loyd, RN, will be available by appointment (332-4071) the 1st and 3rd Wed. Homework House: After school assistance for students in grades 3-12. Men’s Maintenance: Chair exercises to improve joint movement and range of motion followed by coffee and socializing. Neighborhood House Companion: Share your time and interests with elders who may be homebound or desire a new friend. Walk with Ease: Walk your way to less pain and better health. For those who can walk as little as 10 min or longer. Feeling a little rusty? Wish you could ease some of those aches and pains? How you or a loved one has taken charge of your health  How you or an organization is making a difference in the community  How you are volunteering or making an impact on others’ lives. Help us share what a great place our community is! Together we can promote healthy aging! Men’s Maintenance may be your answer! A chair exercise program designed for men to increase strength and flexibility and reduce pain and stiffness. After exercise, enjoy coffee and conversation on us. Thursdays 8:00-9:00 a.m. at Encore Wellness Checks: Blood pressures taken by an RN or LPN who shares current health and wellness tips. Call for locations  Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PO Box 432; 615 W. 8th Street Wray, CO 80758 970-332-4071 www.encorelifeinc.org [email protected] Encore Life Electronic Recycling Program has collected just over 18,000 pounds of electronic waste in Yuma county since January 1, 2015. We have hosted Community Clean Up days in Wray and Yuma and have an upcoming Clean up day in the Joes/Idalia area. We have also collected from area businesses as well as individuals. We would like to thank all of our volunteers, and our partners Cornerstone Production Company, Wray FCCLA and Elite Rolloff. This program would not be possible without your help!