Northbrook JCC partners with SilverSneakers® offering expanded healthy living programs for older adults

(September, 2012, Northbrook, IL)—Older adults can now take advantage of Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness Program, the nation’s leading exercise, health, and wellness program, at the Bernard Weinger JCC, 300 Revere Dr., in Northbrook. SilverSneakers® is designed to help older adults (65+) live more active and healthy lifestyles

Everyone is invited to learn more during Open House Week, Monday, September 10 through Friday, September 14, 9am-3pm, at the Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook. Visitors can learn more about SilverSneakers®, tour the center, and sign up for classes. SilverSneakers® participants benefit from a variety of exercises designed to increase muscle strength, range of movement, and activity for daily skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are provided for resistance.

A J-Fit pass is included with SilverSneakers® membership, providing additional access to JCC workout facilities, including exercise equipment, free weights, barbells, and exercise balls, six-lane, 25-yard, indoor pool, 7000 sq. ft gym, and some fitness classes. J-Fit passes are available to everyone for a one-time or monthly fee.

Registration is now open for SilverSneakers® at www.gojcc.org. No membership is required. Contact your insurance company to find out if SilverSneakers® is offered as a benefit on your plan. For more information, stop by the Bernard Weinger JCC, visit gojcc.org/bw, or call 224.406.9200. SilverSneakers® is also available at Bernard Horwich JCC, 3003 Touhy Avenue, Chicago; for information, call 773.761.9100.

JCC Chicago is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring a strong and vibrant Jewish life and community for generations to come. Bringing Jewish values to life to more than 24,000 participants, more than 1.4 million times each year, JCC Chicago touches, engages and connects all segments of the Jewish community at all ages and at all stages of life.

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