LIVESTRONG at the YMCA
LIVESTRONG™ at the YMCA
Aquatic Lymphedema Exercise
Healthy Steps -- Moving You to Better Health with the Lebed Method
Lymphedema Support Group
Cancer Education Series
Chaplin Services
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LIVESTRONG™ at the YMCA
It is the goal of the YMCA Healthy Living Center to support cancer survivor's pursuit of health and well-being by creating and implementing programs that fit the needs of our cancer survivors. In the LIVESTRONG™ at the YMCA program, participants are evaluated by medical or fitness professionals and a program is designed to meet each participant's specific needs. Individuals have the choice to do their workouts on their own time or during a time when other LIVESTRONG™ participants are working out. The goal of this program is to continue to improve the quality of life for our Cancer Survivors.
Fee: Evaluation by physical therapist (if needed) is billed to health insurance
First 12-weeks FREE to Cancer Survivors with a referral from a physician
Medical programming is FREE with a YMCA Healthy Living Center membership
For more information contact the medical programs office at 515-645-3350.
Click here to view a WHO-TV 13 news segment about the LIVESTRONG™ at the YMCA program.
LIVESTRONG™ at the YMCA Cancer Education Series
Presented by Mercy Cancer Center staff and health professionals, this educational series is designed for cancer survivors. Class meets on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at the YMCA Healthy Living Center in conference room #4. This is FREE and open to the public. Upcoming topics:
February 1~Creative Non-Fiction: Writing Your Survivorship Story
Yasmina Madden Visiting Professor of English, Drake University
February 8~Emotional Freedom Technique: Acupressure to Release Stress
Malabika Shaw, Energy and Healing Consultant Vision Holistic
February 15~What is Tai Chi and Why is it Good for You?
Sherry Levine, Tai Chi Certified Instructor, YMCA Healthy Living Center
February 22~Active Relaxation: Body, Mind and Healing
Lance Kinseth, Wellness Instructor, YMCA Healthy Living Center
February 29~ Pain Managment in Cancer Care
Joan Beard, RN,MSN,RN-C
LIVESTRONG™ Spin Class
This is a studio cycling class led by Dr. Richard Deming of Mercy Cancer Center. It's intended for cancer survivors and supporters. It's a spirited class with fun music. the class is appropriate for everyone - beginners to experience cyclists.
Wednesdays - 6:45pm - 7:45pm Free to YMCA Members
Recovery Smoothie Time!
Recover from exercises and socialize with friends at Smoothie Time, located in the Nutrition Center after Cycle class.
Wednesdays-7:45pm Free to YMCA Members and guests
*Sponsored by Kitchen Collage*
LIVESTRONG™ Yoga
Yoga class designed specifically for Members enrolled in LiveStrong at the YMCA.
Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30pm-Free for YMCA Members
Aquatic Lymphedema Exercise Class
Led by a Mercy Occupational Therapist who specializes in Lymphedema, this class is especially geared toward Lymphedema patients, but is beneficial to all people that want to improve range of motion, strength, decrease scar tissue and improve or enhance lymphatic flow. Sponsored by Katzmann Breast Center at Mercy and Bras for the Cause.
Tuesdays - 4:30pm
Free to YMCA members, $25/month for non-members
* Sponsored by Mercy Katzman Breast Center *
Healthy Steps~ Moving You to Better Health with the Lebed Method
This is a therapeutic, medically designed exercise and movement program that provides fun music to help attendees thrive. this program improves overall wellness, range of motion, balance, strength, assist in decreasing scar tissue, improves lymphatic drainage as well as emotional well being and self image.
Taught by Mercy Lymphedema Certified Occupational Therapist
Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:30pm
Free to YMCA members, $25/month for non-members
* Sponsored by Mercy Katzman Breast Center and Bras for the Cause *
Lymphedema Support Group
Meets the first Monday of even months at 6:30pm
Conference Room #3
Free and open to both YMCA members and non-members
Chaplain Services
The mission of the YMCA is “To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body, for all.” In keeping with that mission, the YMCA of Greater Des Moines provides caring support to YMCA volunteers, members and staff, especially in times of crisis, through the YMCA Chaplain. The Chaplain program is a non denominational care-giving ministry that aids and sustains people with Christian concern, friendship, suggestions and referral to other supportive organizations when needed.
Everyone needs someone to talk to when they are hurting, confused, or feel alone. Assistance is available in situations that may involve conflicts between individuals or groups, personal illness or loss, need for emotional support, or a need for spiritual guidance. The support given is through Pastoral counseling and guidance. It is completely confidential and free of charge.
- Pastoral Care - Prayer, scriptures, insight, listening, encouragement, support.
- Pastoral Counseling - Individual, marriage and family counseling on moral, ethical, emotional, spiritual or faith issues.
- Pastoral Visitation - Visiting of the hospitalized and confined, per-operative prayer or counseling, as desired
- Spiritual Direction and Mentoring - Guidance in finding a closer relationship with God.
- Referral Services - Help in locating a place of worship, and counseling referrals about issues outside the Chaplain's expertise.
- Memorial Services - Chaplain lead funeral services in memory of a deceased loved one.
Chaplains are on site at the Healthy Living Center Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9-noon. Chaplain David Harper can be contacted at 971-2946 to schedule an appointment.
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