Programs & Classes

Classes:

Stepping On

• 7-week, evidence-based workshop for seniors that helps reduce falls and increase strength and balance.
• Attendees will learn how to reduce the risk of falls and increase self-confidence in situations where a fall risk is possible.
• Take the Rate Your Risk of Falling Quiz to determine if this class is right for you.
• Dates: Thursdays, September 12, 2019 thru October 31, 2019 (no class Oct. 3)
• Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Location: Franklin City Hall, 9229 W. Loomis Road, Franklin, WI
• Cost: Free, there is a $20 refundable deposit for use of an ankle weight.

Space is limited!! Call us at 414-425-9101 to register.

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Healthy Living with Diabetes

• 6-week workshop to assist adults with diabetes or pre-diabetes.
• Attendees build the skills to improve blood sugar levels, decrease health distress and hypo and hyperglycemia.
• Dates: Wednesdays, November 6, 2019 thru December 11, 2019
• Time: 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Location: Franklin City Hall, 9229 W. Loomis Road, Franklin, WI
• Cost: Free, optional $20 deposit to take the book home.

Space is limited!! Call us at 414-425-9101 to register.
 

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Programs:

Taming Tantrums

• Tantrums can stop you dead in your tracks.  Learn expert techniques on how to manage tantrums.
• Date:  Monday, September 16, 2019
• Time:  9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
• Location:  Kayla's Playground, 3723 W. Puetz Road, Franklin, WI
• Register by calling 414-427-7534 or emailing Kim Kringel.  Indicate childcare need at time of registration. 

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Infant Massage Classes

• An opportunity for parents to network with other new parents while learning the advantages of infant massage.
• Includes two FREE classes:
• Dates: Friday, September 6, 2019 & Friday, September 20, 2019
• Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Location:  Franklin Public Library, 9151 W. Loomis Road, Franklin, WI
• Register by calling 414-425-9101 or emailing Kim Kringel.

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20th Annual Adult Health & Wellness Fair

Join us for this one-day event at the Franklin Public Library on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take the time to talk with local healthcare providers and businesses specializing in serving seniors. Several health screenings are available as well as flu shots from the Health Department. For flu shot appointments be sure to call 414-425-9101.

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Savor the Flavors of the Mediterranean Diet

• Join Heather Klug, RD, and Karen Yontz as they describe how to incorporate the Mediterranean Diet into your daily eating habits. This diet has been shown to promote good health and longevity.

• Date: Thursday, October 17, 2019

• Time: 6:30 p.m.

• Location: Franklin Public Library, 9151 W. Loomis Road, Franklin, WI

• Register: Call Franklin Health Department at 414-425-9101.