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
The YMCA Healthy Living Center has received the 2012 LIVESTRONG™ at the YMCA Excellence and Innovation award!
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:
May 1st ~ Amanda the Panda
Charlie Keisling
Director, Amanda the Panda
May 8th ~ Laughter Yoga
Debbie Cooper
Iowa Department of Public Health
May 15th ~ Camp Kesem - Where Magic Happens
Dotty Meltesen
National Parent Committee for Camp Kesem and mother of 3 children who were Camp Kesem campers
Recent Stage III Breast Cancer Survivor
May 22nd ~ Breast Cancer and Role of Plastic Surgery
Samuel Maurice, MD
Plastic Surgeon, Mercy Surgical Affiliates
May 29th ~ Spirituality and Cancer
Richard L. Deming, MD
Medical Director, Mercy Cancer Center
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 - 6:50pm - 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*
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 *
Lymphadema Support Group
The support group meets the first Monday of even months from 6:00-7:00pm at the Katzman Brest Center at the Mercy West Clinic at 1601 West 114th Street, Clive, Iowa.
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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