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Choices. America is all about choices. What to buy, what to wear, what to drive...no otherpeople have more choices than Americans.

You also have a choice as to where you go for outpatient medical services...lab work, cancer treatment services, wound healing services, X-Rays, MRI’s, CT Scans or rehabilitation services like Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy or Speech Therapy.These services are vital to your accurate diagnosis and recovery from illness or injury.

Let Oconee Regional Medical Center be your first choice for Outpatient Services. Withthe latest equipment, highly trained staff and convenient location, you can expect excellent care with hometown hospitality.

Remember...you have a choice. When your doctor prescribes Outpatient Services, say, “I’dlike to go to Oconee Regional Medical Center.”

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t may seem odd for some people tohear the words “Get fit, have fun,

make friends” all in the same sentence;however, at Bodyplex Lake Oconee, thatis exactly what you will find folks doingevery weekday from 10:30-11:30.Thanks to a wonderful program calledSilver Sneakers provided by the companyHealthways, seniors around the LakeCountry are utilizing their FREE gymmembership to increase their quality oflife and well-being. Offering classesdesigned with senior citizens in mindthat are varying in style and degree ofdifficulty, the Healthways Silver Sneakersfitness program is the wave of the futurein preventative “medicine”.

Healthways Silver Sneakers providesfree gym memberships to medicare eligi-ble individuals by cooperating with sup-plemental insurance companies nation-wide. The membership provided atBodyplex Lake Oconee is an all inclusivemembership that includes unlimitedgroup fitness classes, as well as a firsttime orientation with a qualified instruc-tor. This first time orientation includesa health assessment and an introductionto working out on the equipment in thefacility. Every instructor at BodyplexLake Oconee is certified for their spe-cialized class as well as CPR certified,which leads to a more knowledgeableand relaxed atmosphere when workingout.

Bodyplex offers a wide range of theHealthways Silver Sneakers classes, andreally does have something for everyoneand every fitness level. The MuscularStrength and Range of Motion, orMSROM, class is an introductory classthat focuses on improving balance, flexi-bility and overall strength. Using a vari-ety of resistance tools, the instructorguides the members step by step throughexercises that are related to every dayactivities and will help to maintain one’sindependence. The Silver Sneakers YogaStretch class is more focused on main-

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ATTENTION SENIORSYou may qualify for a

FREE gym membership at Bodyplex Lake Oconee.

Qualification & Eligibility are determindby your supplemental insurance plan.

Stop by Bodyplex Lake Oconee at 106 Village Lane, Eatontonor call (706) 485-9916 for more details

Join theRevolution!

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Must be 18 years or older. a local resident and a first time guest

taining joint flexibility. The yogastretch class offers gentle yet effectivestretches, in a calm and relaxing envi-ronment, without having to get downon the floor, which is common withtraditional yoga. Silver SneakersCardio Fit is a class designed toimprove one’s overall tone and bodycondition, as well as strengthen theheart. Low impact cardiovascular exer-cises which are combined with strengthtraining and functional stretching makethis class an absolute must for anyonewanting to improve their cardiovascularhealth.

The Silver Sneakers participants atBodyplex Lake Oconee get fit by par-ticipating in the various classes that aredesigned and taught with them in mindall while they have fun and makefriends. Occasional Silver Sneakersluncheons, contests, and celebrations

help this dedicated group to keep thefun in fitness and in keeping their inde-pendence. Sarah Clark, a member ofthe Silver Sneaker Fitness program atBodyplex, has seen dramatic improve-ments due to her dedication to partici-pating. When asked how the SilverSneakers program has helped her reachher personal and health related goals,Sarah responded “I have maintainedand stabilized my blood pressure andincreased my muscle strength. I havealso increased my energy level,decreased my joint pain, and lost 40pounds! My favorite part of the pro-gram is working out, the conversationswith other members and the friendli-ness of the staff.” What would Sarahsay to someone who is considering try-ing the Silver Sneakers? “I wouldadvise them to try it, they will see thatit is beneficial in many areas.” Sara Clark and Maggie Dunn

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ssisted living is an alter-native living arrange-

ment available for seniors who,because of health and/or safetyissues, choose assistance in asupervised setting. The residentlives independently while bene-fiting from support services.The services promote dignityand continued independence.Residents may have privateaccommodations, the luxury ofconsiderable communal spacefor socialization and recreationand the safety of a secure envi-ronment.

Amenities include 24 hourstaffing, assistance withbathing, dressing and groom-ing, management of medica-tions and provision of threemeals per day. Other servicesmay include snacks, house-keeping, laundry services,transportation and social, recre-ational and cultural activities.The number and scope of serv-ices may be dependent on thesize of the facility selected.Specialized assisted living maybe available for memoryimpaired residents in somefacilities.

Assisted living is a residentialproduct determined by choice,whereas a skilled nursing homeis need driven. The skillednursing facility is generally cov-

ered by Medicare and supple-mental insurance products,while assisted living is a privatepay product. If short-termmedical care is needed in anassisted living community,home health agencies can pro-vide that care with a physician’sorder and it will be covered byMedicare and/or insurance. Ifextensive medical care is needed,a hospital, rehabilitation centeror skilled nursing home will bedesirable.

Flexibility and continuity ofcare are essential to seniors andtheir adult children.Communities that offer a vari-ety of care options are ideal.Options may include adultdaycare, respite care forovernight or weekends, andshort/long-term accommoda-tions and memory care.Assisted living is a healthy andenriching option for seniorsneeding discreet supervisionand assistance. Veteran benefits,long term care insurance andpersonal funds are most com-monly used to pay for care andservice. For more information on assist-ed living, please contact: Gena McLendon Executive Director Merryvale Assisted Living 770-786-4688

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Denny Wood,PT

Shawn Roberts,PT

Jill Smith, PTA

Chris Alford,PT, DPT, SCS,

ATC, CSCS

ConstanceWesson,

OTRL, CHT

Milledgeville571 Hammock Rd • Suite 106 • (Old McGaw Building)

(478) 452-6252

Chris Hairie,PTA, MBA

Gray222 West Clinton St., Suite 3

(Next to Advance Auto)

(478) 986-5400

Kim Bershadsky, PT

Lake Oconee1001 Village Park Drive

Suite 105

(706) 454-2000

Chris Alligood, PT, MS, OCS

Michael Dunning,MPT, FAOMPT, ATC

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