Inova Mount Vernon hosts monthly ACTIVE Adult club for senior citizens

Be an ACTIVE Adult at Inova Mount Vernon

Program offers lunchtime learning

Inova ACTIVE is the name of the monthly active seniors (age 60+) community group co-sponsored by Inova Mount Vernon Hospital (IMVH) and AARP Virginia.

Join the group for lunch and hear from medical and community professionals on a wide range of topics that help you stay informed and active. Inova ACTIVE meets every last Wednesday of the month at 12 p.m. in the Engh Conference Center of Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, 2501 Parkers Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306.

Schedule of ACTIVE meetings for seniors (last Wednesdays at 12 noon)

New Year, New You – Jan. 31

Don’t let this year be one with empty resolutions. Come learn from one of our physicians some easy steps you can take to maintain or improve your health and wellness in the year ahead.

Heart, Mind, and Body: Love Yourself – Feb. 28

Valentine’s Day is all about loving others, but being good to yourself is just as important. Learn how to keep your heart and mind healthy. We will finish this session with a fun activity!

Aging and Cognitive Therapy: Can It Help You? – March 28

Forgot where you set your keys or wallet? It happens to all of us but gets worse with time. Cognitive therapy is a great tool to maintain and improve brain health, and our therapists will walk you through both the process and benefits. Expect both learning and fun as we will finish with some class activities!

Calm, Cool, and Collected: Managing Stress – April 25

Stress affects everyone from time to time. Managing medications, family obligations and daily activities can be overwhelming. We will walk you through some easy ways to manage your stress at home — and we will finish with seated and standing exercises you can use anytime to help relax.

Come Join Us!

To register for Inova ACTIVE, visit states.aarp.org/active. To learn more, call 703-664-7261. Space is limited each month to the first 50 respondents; call today!