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B22 March 2022 • Wellness • www.lwca.com “I get emotional when I think about this, but I’m able to do things and not worry about him. That is really nice.” – Alex S., son of Watermark resident There are many reasons for choosing a Watermark community, especially now. What will yours be? 3333 East Morrison Ranch Parkway • Gilbert, AZ 85296 • morrisonranch.watermarkcommunities.com ASSISTED LIVING MEMORY CARE Call 480-281-6121 for a virtual or in-person private consultation today. Learn more about our community: Hover phone camera over the QR code or visit wrcsafe.com/morrisonranch. Overall Healthier Living Workshop Take control of your health and well-being and get your life back! This free six-week workshop series is for adults with any chronic disease or anyone interested in improving their physical, mental and emotional health. Empower yourself to become an active self-manager of your health and well-being! You will learn all about the following: • Exercise and nutrition • Relaxation techniques • Medication usage • Pain/fatigue management • Dealing with negative emotions • Restful sleeping techniques • Making informed decisions • Improving communications • Decision making • Managing symptoms • Setting weekly goals • Better breathing Sessions are on Thursdays from March 10 to April 14. Sessions are 2.5 hours and meet once per week for six consecutive weeks. All participants will receive a “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions” book! Register online at www.lwca.com or call the Fitness Center at 480-832-0000 ext. 212. Date: Thursdays, March 10 - April 14 Time: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Place: Rec. 1 Banquet Room A Heartfelt Thank You! Here is a great big heart felt thank you for your participation in another successful Heart Health Month! It is a way of bringing awareness to you about the benefits exercise can have on your life. We are pleased that there were so many of you who participated in our month-long triathlon at the various levels with over 60 participants this year! It was challenging, motivating and a great way to get the heart healthy. All of our events were very well-attended thanks to you! Prostate Cancer Screening Get tough, get checked, get going! Fifteen minutes could save your life! Get a prostrate screening on Tuesday, March 29 from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Prostate cancer screenings include: • PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) Blood Draw • DRE (Digital Rectal Exam) • Testicular Exam • Board Certified Urologist Consultation The following Insurances are accepted: • AETNA • Blue Cross Blue Shield • Cigna • United Health Care • HealthNet • Humana Please note that specialist co-pay, co-insurance or deductible amount may apply. If you do not have Insurance or Medicare, the cost is $72 due at the time of service. Schedule your appointment today by calling 480-964-3013 or 1-800-828-6139. Date: Tues., Mar.29 Time: 7:00 - 10:00 a.m. Place: Rec. 1 Parking lot Cost: $72 if no insurance