Two of Body Recall’s long time students and Fall Recovery Team Members, Dr. Everett and Roberta Schaeffer, 93 and 95 respectively were recently named recipients of the 2010 William R. Markesbery Senior Star Award, presented annually through the University of Kentucky’s Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Foundation.  This rather prestigious award is meant to “ recognize and honor individuals who exemplify graceful aging by remaining engaged in active lifestyle” and “who have been an inspiration to many in communities across the Commonwealth.” Body Recall received official notification that Doc and Roberta will be one of only five individuals (and the only couple) to receive this year’s award which will be presented on Tuesday evening, September 7^th at the Griffin Gate Resort in Lexington, KY.   

A beginning teacher training scholarship fund is being established in honor of Doc and Roberta.  If you wish to make a contribution to this fund please send your tax deductible check to Body Recall, PO Box 412, Berea KY 40403.

 The workshop fee covers the cost of 5 nights and 5 days in Berea, including lodging, and  morning and noon meals.  Prepare for 5 days of class work and evening study.   There will be a short orientation on Sunday evening.

 Training will include: 

• Participation in the Berea-based adult laboratory class
• Training in Body Recall movement and philosophy
• Study of resource materials and visual aids
• Study of sociological and psychological adaptation of adults to exercise and current trends in adult exercise
• Practice teaching, program planning and implementation

How can the Better Choices, Better Health workshops help me?

WHAT DOES CHRONIC CONDITION MEAN?
People with a Chronic Condition have a medical problem that can last for the rest of their life. Chronic conditions may cause you to suffer a variety of health problems over many years. Some examples of chronic conditions include: anxiety, arthritis, asthma, cancer, chronic pain, depression, diabetes, emphysema, fibromyalgia, heart disease, high blood pressure HIV/AIDS, multiple sclerosis, obesity, osteoporosis, and stroke.

In contrast, acute conditions are short lived, and with prompt, effective treatment, people can usually return to normal health quickly.

Many people live with a chronic condition for years. The Better Choices, Better Health Chronic Disease Self management workshop helps you learn how to manage your symptoms so you can get the most out of life.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?
The Better Choices, Better Health workshops are for anyone living with a chronic disease that wants to live a healthier, happier, more productive life. You are also invited to register a spouse, friend or close family member to attend the workshop with you.

Self-management is learning and putting into practice the skills you need to
live a satisfying life with a chronic disease. People who take these workshops feel better and are less limited by their illness.

About Our Program
The Better Choices, Better Health workshop was developed by Stanford University and has been proven to help improve the health of people with chronic conditions.

Self-management is learning and putting into practice the skills you need to live a better, healthier life with a chronic disease.

The Better Choices, Better Health workshop will not conflict with your existing programs or treatment plan. It is designed to work with your regular treatment. The program teaches you the skills to coordinate all the things needed to manage your health, to help you to stay
active.

ABOUT OUR PARTNERING SPONSORS

BODY RECALL
Body Recall is a national nonprofit organization headquartered in Berea, KY that has been a pioneer in promoting health, wellness, and lifetime fitness for more than 30 years. With programs designed for older populations, special needs, and youth, its mission remains one of “offering all people a better quality of life through responsible movement that is pain-free and possible: to assist, inform, teach and train people in the practice of lifetime fitness.”

Madison County Health Department
The mission of the Madison County Health Department is to protect, promote and improve the health of our community. They offer a wide variety of community education services to encourage healthy lifestyles for people in our community. Over 170 employees make up the public health agency serving Madison County’s 81,000 + residents. They provide clinic, home health, environmental, and school health services, as well as many specialized individual and population-based health programs.

About Our Instructors
Better Choices, Better Health workshops are led by two co-leaders, who have completed a leader training program. Many of the leaders have chronic conditions themselves and have successfully used the skills taught in the program to improve their own lives. Participants can also learn from one another in the open workshop style setting.

Carolyn Wallace, Body Recall Instructor
Carolyn began as a Body Recall instructor 25 years ago, in 1985, reached exemplary status in 1988 and has been certified in both Special Populations and Smart Moves, the Body Recall lifetime fitness program for children. Carolyn is currently working on a new program for special needs populations, which includes people with physical limitations. Carolyn’s work reinforces the idea that there is a Body Recall program for everyone “no matter their age or physical condition.”

Mae Margaret Maupin-Story, RD, CDE
Mae Margaret is a native of Madison County Kentucky. She is a registered dietitian and a certified diabetes educator. Margaret received her bachelor and masters degree from Eastern Kentucky University. She has been employed by the Madison County Health Department since 1976. Margaret likes to cook and teach patients how to prepare tasty, healthy foods that fit into their meal plan.

The Better Choices, Better Health Workshop can help you to :
Manage your symptoms.
Set realistic goals.
Getting started with a healthy eating and exercise plan designed for you.
Learn how to discuss your medical condition with your doctor and health care team.
Learn to reduce your frustration.
Fight fatigue.
Make daily tasks easier.
Live a healthier life.

Better Choices, Better Health Workshops cost $15.
Workshop fee includes: 6 weeks of classes and a copy of the book:
Living a Healthy Life With Chronic Conditions

Better Choices Better Health Chronic Disease Workshop
Fall 2010 Schedule
Monday Afternoons 2:30 to 5 p.m.
September 27—November 1, 2010
at
Body Recall
590 Mt Vernon Rd
Berea KY
Pre-Registration required
Call 859-626-4499              
 LeslieD.Farris@ky.gov

Body Recall receives $1,500 pledge from People’s Bank of Berea

Body Recall was a recent recipient of a $1,500 pledge from People’s Bank of Berea in support of its efforts to increase overall health awareness and improve the physical fitness and well being of citizens in Berea and the surrounding area.

 In pledging his banks support, George Clark, Assistant Vice President stated that the Bank “has always been concerned about the financial health of our customers. However, we recognize too, that financial health and personal health often go hand in hand.”

 Jeff Rubin, Executive Director of Body Recall, said he is grateful for the Bank’s support and “hopes this pledge will encourage other like minded businesses to support us in our efforts.”  Body Recall’s campaign to increase health awareness grows out of a 2009 study conducted by the United Health Foundation. According to the study Kentucky ranked among the bottom 10 states in the nation in terms of overall health and fitness.

In a similar study conducted by Trust for America’s Health, Kentucky ranked 9^th in the nation in Adult Hypertension rates; 7^th in Adult Diabetes and Adult Obesity; 4^th in Child Obesity (age 10-17); and 2^nd in Adult Physical Inactivity. 

 An article published by the Kentucky Institute of Medicine adds that many of the health problems in our state “are due to poor lifestyle choices, which lead to otherwise preventable diseases and premature deaths.” The article goes on to say, “While some diseases are due to risk factors that cannot be mitigated . . . most risk factors for chronic disease can be prevented or modified to improve health.” 

 One of the article’s key points is that in order to address these problems “citizens, providers, and policymakers need to initiate change in the communities where they live, work, and participate in the healthcare system. However, local communities often lack the information and knowledge they need to take action.”

 “For over 30 years Body Recall has been a leader nationwide in advancing the cause of health, wellness, and lifetime fitness,” Rubin said. “In fact, we were a pioneer in designing and teaching fitness and flexibility training programs for older adults, special needs populations, and youth.  These  programs have helped thousands of individuals faced with health issues ranging from Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Mental Health, and Stress to Obesity, Insomnia, Pre and Post Natal conditions, Asthma, and other Pulmonary Diseases.

For more information about Body Recall’s programs or to help support their mission contact Body Recall at 859-986-2181 or go to www.bodyrecall.org.

Dr. Martha E. Beagle, a Body Recall Board member and Professor of Physical Education and Health at Berea College in Berea, KY, and Body Recall Inc. both received awards at the recently concluded American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD) in Indianapolis, Indiana

Martha, a member of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance since 1972, received the Council on Aging and Adult Development’s 2009 Excellence in Programming Award in recognition of her work in leading and implementing “programs that promote, advocate, and encourage physical fitness, wellness, and the importance of seniors remaining active throughout their lives.” To be eligible for this award a recipient must be an affiliated member of AAPAR, have a currently active and established program of 3 years or longer, and have made significant contributions to older adult fitness programs. 

In addition to being a member and award recipient, Martha has served for the past two years as the Secretary for the Council on Aging and Adult Development and was voted President Elect at this year’s convention. She will hold the later position for the next two years before assuming the Presidency for an additional two year term.  Martha also serves as a Board Member with Body Recall. 

Body Recall received the Ray Ciszek Service award from the Council on Aging and Adult Development for its overall national program “in recognition of outstanding contributions, meritorious service, and exceptional leadership for older adults.”  This award is given annually to an individual or group who are not members of AAHPERD and who have made significant contributions to programs for older adults in health, physical education, recreation, and dance. 

AAPAR supports faculty, students, teachers, fitness trainers, recreation instructors, and community leaders who promote lifelong and inclusive physical activity and recreation.

For further information on AAPAR visit their website at: www.aahperd.org/aapar.

The Shelby County Extension Office is proud to present: 

Fall Recovery / Discovery
The Body Recall Way

This workshop will address:                                                                                            

• Issues associated with falls and fall prevention among older     and special needs populations
• Simple exercises to prevent or reduce the severity of falls and fall-related injuries
• Effective techniques for rising from a fall
• Ways to enhance and maximize recovery  

Cost: $49.00 (includes a Body Recall Fall Recovery DVD) 

Date:       Thursday October 14
Time:      1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Place:     Shelby County Extension Office
                 1117 Frankfort Road
                 Shelbyville, KY 40065 

For over 30 years Body Recall (www.bodyrecall.org) has been teaching fall recovery as part of its core curriculum. This hands-on introductory workshop is for: aging service and healthcare professionals, emergency service providers, caregivers and others interested in learning basic techniques for fall prevention and fall recovery. (CEU credits are available through TRAIN)

Deadline for registration is Friday April 30

Mail Checks made payable to Body Recall and mail to:
Shelby County Extension Agent,
1117 Frankfort Road, Shelbyville, KY  40065. 
For more information call Sheila Fawbush at 502-633-4593

Adventures in Lifelong Learning August 29 – September 3, 2010

True Appalachia: Arts, Literature, And Culture
Expert-led discussions on Appalachian stereotypes and realities.  Learn about nationally known Appalachian authors and artists as well as traditional Appalachian crafts.  Experience the uniqueness of Appalachian music and dance.

Body Recall: Fitness For Life!
This nationally recognized physical fitness program is designed for adults who want to improve muscle tone and flexibility. This method of exercise is possible for all people.

Program in association with Berea College.  Classrooms are located just across the street from the hotel on the Berea College campus.

Berea: This small town south of Lexington near the edge of Kentucky’s Bluegrass Region is renowned for its small college, Southern hospitality and commitment to the arts and crafts of the Appalachian Mountain region, which community artisans, musicians and gallery owners celebrate through their work.

www.roadscholar.org
www.berea.edu