FITNESS & WELLNESS

Grand Seniors Programs

Flash Fitness with Terry – Join Senior Fitness Certified instructor, Terry, for a FREE, flash 45 minute workout before lunch at Granby Community Center. Call 970-557-3186 to register!
 
Stepping-On Balance Workshop – Grand Seniors and Middle Park Health are teaming up to offer Stepping On balance workshop for Grand County. Classes are offered twice per year. Current class schedule below:
What: FREE 7 week balance workshop where local professionals provide information and resources on:
– Simple and fun balance and strength training
– The role vision, medication, and footwear play in balance
– How to eliminate tripping hazards in the home
– Tools to regain confidence if you’ve had a fall in the past
When: Tuesdays
October – 22nd and 29th
November – 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
December – 3rd
Where: Grand Seniors Community Room at
Mountain Family Center
480 E. Agate Ave.
Granby, CO 80446
RSVP to Terry at 970-557-3186 or terry@mountainfamilycenter.org

Community Fitness Centers

Mountain Life Fitness Center (Granby):
Ageless Fitness classes Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:15am. Gym memberships available.
Granby Recreation Department (Granby):
Offers a variety of fitness classes at Granby Community Center.
Middle Park Health Wellness Center (Kremmling):
Offers fitness and wellness classes. Senior discounts for gym membership.
Fraser Valley Rec District (Fraser):
Offers a wide range of Silver Sneakers fitness classes, Aqua Fitness, and adult Rec sport programs.Transportation provided to Aqua Fitness.
Grand Lake Center (Grand Lake):
Offers many Silver Sneakers fitness classes and community programs.

Nutrition Education

Fresh Bites for Life – Monthly nutrition education program focused on healthy aging topics such as Bone Health, Soduim & Blood Pressure, Diabetes & Diet, Importance of Fiber, Boosting Energy, etc. This 1 hour session will include an interactive food demonstration and tasting along with nutrition education. Schedule coming SOON!
Nutrition Counseling – Grand Seniors at MFC has Registered Dietitians on staff to provide personalized nutrition counseling for older adults. For more information or to set up an appointment, call 970-557-3186 and ask for Jordyn Crane, RD.

Nutrition Support

Senior Lunches – There are multiple opportunities for Grand County seniors to get together and share a meal. See Senior Meals page to find a location closest to you.
Food Pantry Assistance – Mountain Family Center’s food pantries are here for those needing additional nutrition support. There are no eligibility requirements to use our food pantries, come pick up a food box as you need. Locations and hours of operation can be found HERE.
Commodity Supplemental Food Program – The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) works to improve the health of low-income persons at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA Foods once a month. If you are interested in signing up for a CSFP box call us at, 970-557-3186.
Ensure Nutrition Supplements – If you or a loved one is struggling to consume enough nutrition through food we provide reduced-cost Ensure Nutrition supplements. Please call Susan at 970-887-3186 to order.

Support Groups

Caregiver Support Group: Northwest Colorado Health hosts a monthly caregiver support group for those caring for loved ones. Classes are held the 2nd Thursday of every month from 2:00 – 2:30pm at Mountain Family Center. Contact Amanda Russell at 970-846-3668 for more information.

Health Fairs:

9 News Health Fairs: 9Health Fair offers free and low-cost health screenings and education programs that promote health awareness. 9 News hosts two health fairs in Grand County per year; one in Fraser in the Fall, and one in Granby in the Spring. Visit 9Health to find a fair.
Middle Park Health Fair: Middle Park Health hosts health fairs in Kremmling and Walden offering many free and low-cost blood tests, health screenings, and provider support. Visit Middle Park Health for upcoming health fair dates.

Foot Care Clinic

Monday, October 14th | 9:30am – 1:30pm
Cost: $30 for 30 minutes.
Foot care clinic services include palpitation of pedal pulses, monofilament test (i.e. screening for loss of protective sensation), trimming, filing nails, filing of calluses, lotion, blood pressure checks and medication review. Call 970-887-3222 if interested in an appointment for our next Foot Care Clinic or if you need more info.

Event calendar coming soon! 

See our monthly newsletter, High Country Connections, HERE for current events and activities!