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B24 January 2023 • Wellness • www.lwca.com A Matter of Balance emphasizes practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling, increase activity levels, and improve your flexibility, balance and strength. The program teaches you how to: • View falls as controllable • Set goals for increasing activity • Make changes to reduce fall risks at home • Exercise to increase strength and balance • Recognize the important physical risk factors for falls • Use Personal Action Planners to meet your goals • Learn positive thinking and self- motivation strategies Dates: Mondays, Feb. 16 – Apr. 6, 2023 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Place: Rec 1 Lakeside Clubhouse Cost: FREE! Registration: Contact the Fitness Center at 480-832-0000 ext. 212 or at lwca.com Deadline: Must register by Mon., Feb. 9, 2023 All participants who complete the series receive: • Certification of Completion • “A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls” Participant Handbook A Matter of Balance: Do You Have Concerns About Falling? Presented by Dignity Health East Valley DOC TALK NowOpen! 6055 E Southern Ave., Mesa Across from South Gate next to Brake Masters 480-265-8760 • www.morethanagroomer.com @morethanagroomer We groom all dogs fromSmall to XLarge! With decades of experience grooming dogs, our groomers are the right choice. At More Than A Groomer, we care about more than your dog’s appearance. We care about their health and happiness, too. Unique Collars • Leashes • ID Tags Treats • Canine CBD • and More! Leisure World Residents: Mention this ad and get a FREE hot oil treatment for your fur baby with their first groom Heart disease is a life-long condition, but there are steps you can take to help control it and improve your chances of living a long, rewarding like. For this presentation, a provider from Village Medical will uncover the myths of heart disease, warning signs to watch out for and understanding how to treat heart disease. Date: Mon., Feb. 13 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom Cost: FREE! Registration: Online at LWCA or contact the Fitness Center at 480-832-0000 ext. 212 Heart Health Brought to you by Village Medical In 1973, Jennifer’s parents were two of the first Leisure World residents at 1414 Leisure World. In 1980, Robert and Jennifer were married. After successful careers and travelling nationally and internationally they purchased 1414 Leisure World from her brothers. The Pirtles joined Leisure World with great gusto! Robert and Jennifer joined the Leisure World Tennis Club, playing against other clubs. Their love of travel had them and their fifth wheel off on many excursions with the Leisure World Rovers. They loved to play Thursday afternoon Bridge Club before covid. But their most enjoyable pursuit was the Leisure World Tappers. They joined in 2002 and participated in the biennial Leisure World Dance performances five times. At 91- and 87-years young, Robert and Jennifer Pirtle still work out daily in the Fitness Center. They support each other during their workouts and smile the whole time. We love that the fitness center is part of their lifestyle. This month Robert and Jennifer have chosen to move toTimber Ridge, a senior citizen living facility in Seattle. Once Jennifer’s son Geoffrey, a French Horn soloist, retires from Bonn Symphony in Germany; he will keep 1414 Leisure World in the family and join the Leisure World Community. The Fitness Center Will Miss the Pirtles MEMBER SPOTLIGHT