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QUICK & EASY MEALS FOR PEOPLE WITH DIABETES

Attend this cooking demo & learn the secrets to hassle-free, delicious meals the whole family can enjoy. Let our Registered Dietician help you achieve better blood sugar control without sacrificing all your favorite foods. Samples and recipes will be provided.Tuesday 7/30 12-1pm pCR

EXERCISE AND ARTHRITISAppropriate exercise is an important part of the self-care package for managing arthritis. Find out from an exercise physiologist and certified personal trainer exercises that can help keep your joints moving, relieve pain and improve daily living. (Bring a towel or mat and wear comfortable, loose clothing)ThuRsday 7/11 12-1pm mpR

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HIGH BLOOD PRESSUREDiscover what works for lower-ing high blood pressure. From the best natural approaches to the latest medicines, you’ll get the facts and answers to your questions. Even if you have “normal” blood pressure, learn how to keep your blood pressure from creeping up.ThuRsday 5/9 12-1pm mpR

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How nutr i t iona l l y WELLthy are you?Ask yourself the following questions and decide which area(s), if any, you think you could improve upon.

Good Health is Priceless...

4I choose 100% whole grains. 1. Never 2. Sometimes 3. Often 4. Almost Always

4I eat ____ cups of fruits & veggies daily. 1. One 2. Two 3. Three 4. Four +

4I season my foods without salt. 1. Never 2. Sometimes 3. Often 4. Almost Always

4I choose beans or fish instead of fatty meats. 1. Never 2. Sometimes 3. Often 4. Almost Always

4I drink water instead of soda/sugary drinks. 1. Never 2. Sometimes 3. Often 4. Almost Always

(Add up the numbers next to your answers to get your score)17-20: Great job! Take the Wellness Profile to assess your overall WELLth.15-17: Kick it up a notch with a Wellness Profile! 10-15: The Wellness Profile can help you improve. Below 10: The Wellness Profile can help you get started!

For an in-depth health risk appraisal and advice, register online for a WELLNESS PROFILE @http://securevcweb/wellness .Good Heal th is Pr ice less!

Whatever your nutrition level or whether you’d like to lose weight, get fit, manage

stress, quit smoking or just feel better, the WELLNESS PROFILE, a valuable array of

tests, including a blood panel that measures total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides &

glucose, is the perfect place to start!

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Wellness Profile Dates & Locations(LOCATION KEY ON PAGE 2)

GOVERNMENT CENTER OUTLYING LOCATIONSWed. 5/01 EHS Thurs. 5/09 Knoll Dr VtaThurs. 5/23 ACR Thurs. 6/13 Cam FireWed. 6/05 EHS Wed. 7/17 WilliamsWed. 703 EHS Wed. 8/14 MoorparkWed. 8/07 EHS Wed. 9/11 Saticoy Wed. 9/04 EHS Wed. 10/09 ECPSWed. 9/25 ACR Wed. 11/13 SP -BH

GREAT GRILLINGOur culinary expert will introduce you to the art of healthy grilling with tips on tools, tech-niques and more. You’ll get surefire recipes for delicious, healthy meals on the grill that make feeding family and friends a breeze. Samples and recipes will be provided.Tuesday 6/25 12-1pm pCR

LITE SUMMER FAIREDiscover cool, refreshing cuisine just right for when summer sizzles. From weeknight family meals to backyard dinners with friends, you’ll learn how to keep it light, easy and delicious. Samples and recipes will be provided.Tuesday 8/20 12-1pm pCR

NUTRITION IN THE FAST LANEWhether you are racing between work and errands, or on the road to vacation, learn the secret to healthy eating on the go. Discover the best brand name convenience foods, quick tasty recipes, how to order better take-out meals and the healthiest fare at the drive thru. You’ll come away with a plan to assure you and your family eat right.ThuRsday 7/18 12-1pm aCR

SLIM DOWN FOR SUMMER...Get a jumpstart with an effective, simple and realistic ap-proach to permanent weight loss that can leave you thinner and healthier! This series provides practical strategies to help you lose wiight and keep it off! Receive a FREE cookbook for attending the series!6 Tuesdays 5/7-6/11 12-1pm mpR

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“I have lost 55 pounds and kept it off.”

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JOIN THE FUN WALKWhether you’re a beginner or an advanced walker, join us for a one-mile walk test. It’s a FUN way to assess your fitness level. You’ll learn some good stretches and find out how using a pe-dometer can help you stay fit. A drawing for a FREE pedometer will be held at the end of the walk. You need not be present to win. Don’t forget your walking shoes & your water. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.Tuesday 6/11 12-1pm FounTain

4 WEEKS TO FITNESS: A BEGINNER’S BOOT CAMP

Leave your desk behind and join our exercise physiolo-gist outdoors for an after hours workout that can help you achieve the results you want. Don’t worry if you’re out of shape; this beginner’s boot camp is just what you

need to slim down and shape up. (Bring your water and don’t forget to wear exercise shoes and comfortable, loose clothing.)4 mondays 6/24, 7/1, 7/8 & 7/15 5:30-6:30pm FounTain

FIT AT FORTY PLUSDiscover a shape-up plan that can boost your metabolism and help you fight fat in your 40’s and beyond. Find out what you need to know to avoid “middle age spread” and battle the bulge after 40. Also, learn core work that can keep you highly functional in the years ahead. (Wear comfortable, loose clothing.)ThuRsday 6/13 12-1pm mpR

YOGA/STRETCH AND RELAXYoga can do more than help you increase flexibility; it can help relieve stress, depression, anxiety, back pain, arthritis and more. Take a break to relax and revitalize. Attend as often as your schedule allows. (Bring a towel or mat and wear comfortable, loose clothing.)Wednesdays 5/1-8/28 12-1pm Cam aRpRTWednesdays 5/1-8/28 12-1pm Knoll dR VTaThuRsdays 5/2-8/29 12-1pm VanguaRdFRidays 5/3-8/30 12-1pm mpRFRidays 5/3-8/30 1-2pm mpRFRidays 5/3-8/30 12-1pm n. oxn ph

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“ Better balance, flexibility, muscle tone, lower blood pressure, fixed my chronic low back problem.”

“My back is stronger, weight is down. Exercise improves my life.”

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ALCOhOL & Drug PrOgrAmsMarijuana is the most com-monly used illegal drug, and is second only to alcohol among youth. Today’s pot is more potent and can alter a teen’s developing brain. Learn what parents need to know about the new generation of marijuana--including syn-thetic THC-- and its impact.

Get the latest scientific findings on the risks and realities! Wednesday 5/29 12-1pm mpR

HEART TO HEART (CPR)By learning Cardiopulmo-nary Resuscitation (CPR) you could save the life of a family member, coworker or loved one. This CPR class will cover basic life support of adults, infants & children. Participants will receive their Heartsaver card from the American Heart Association upon course completion.Wednesday 5/29 8:30am-11:30am mpR

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR KIDS DRIVE YOU CRAZYDEBOrAh gODfrEY, CErTIfIED PArENT EDuCATOr

This presentation is a must for parents with children of all ages. Learn alternatives to nagging, yelling and threatening, how to keep your cool, and other tips for a happier home life.ThuRsday 7/25 12-1pm aCR

RAISING HEALTHY KIDS IN A FATTENING WORLDSummer is the perfect time to eat healthy and be active outdoors, yet so many factors encourage our kids to do the opposite! Discover a no nag approach that will help your child or teen eat better, be more active and maintain a healthier weight. Get common sense solutions that help real families raise fit kids and make healthy eating easier than ever.ThuRsday 8/15 12-1pm aCR

FIRST AID TRAININGGet prepared for life’s unexpected emergencies in this basic first aid class. You’ll learn what to do for bites, stings, bleeding, shock, burns, fractures, poisoning and more. (If you’re taking this class to meet OSHA requirements, you must have a valid CPR card.)Wednesday 8/28 9am-12pm mpR

ELDER CARE SUPPORT GROUPSIf you are caring for elders, dealing with long term care or critical care issues, join us for support, resources, and links to services. Drop in as your schedule allows. Registration is not required.Wednesdays 5/29, 6/26, 7/31 & 8/28 12-1pm 241

ONE-TO-ONE: A QUIT SMOKING PROGRAM

With no group classes, this personalized program is designed to fit into your busy schedule. With the guidance and support of a professional smoking cessation coach, you’ll learn proven behav-ioral techniques to help you quit smoking and remain smoke-free. Call 805/654-2628 or email wellness.program@ventura.org, for more information.

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Looking to Join a Gym?Check out the Health Club Discount List for Regular County Employees and their dependentswhen you visi t us @http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits/wellness.

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WHEN CHOOSING AN EXERCISE FACILITY, WHAT

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club(s) of interest directly. The County does not endorse or

assume responsibility for any of the clubs listed.

When you look for a safe exercise facility, check the training level of the

staff. The director should have at least a degree in physical education or

exercise physiology.

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activity should emphasize stretching before and after the activity to reduce

the risk of injury.Instructors should teach and motivate--not just take you through the

moves. Good instructors are always aware of everyone under their super-

vision and are able to modify exercises for special problems or needs.

Shop for your facility during the time of day when you will normally at-

tend to determine the amount and quality of supervision, levels of activi-

should be offered to determine a

of exercise.Check with your physician before starting an aerobic exercise program.

As a consumer, you should be selective and ask as many questions as

you want.

Promoting Good Health & Helping Manage Health Care Costs

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75% of County Wellness Profile participants report they reduced their intake of fat.

85% report that they increased their intake of whole grains, fruit and vegetables.

54% of those with high cholesterol reduced their cholesterol below the high risk range.

Wellness Program Annual Report FY 2011-12http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits/wellness

“The Wellness Program is wonderful! Free classes that help improve the quality of life?

You can’t beat that offer!”

LOCATION KEYGovernment Center, 800 S. Victoria Ave, Vta

ACR Atlantic Conf Rm, Admin Bldg, Main Plaza EHS Employee Health Services, Admin Bldg, Lower PlazaFountain Outside area between HOJ & HOA (near the circle drive)MPR Multipurpose Rm, Admin Bldg, Rm #344, 3rd FloorPCR Pacific Conf Rm #1122 (off cafeteria), Hall of Justice 241 Admin Bldg, Main Plaza, next to Assessor’s office

Outlying LocationsCam arprt Fire Admin Bldg., 165 Durley Ave, Camarillo Cam Fire Fire Training Ctr, Clsrm 5 102 E. Durley Ave, CamarilloeCpS 2101 E. Olsen Road, Thousand OaksKnoll Dr Vta 2323 Knoll Dr, VenturamoorparK 7150 Walnut Canyon Road, Moorparkn oxn pH 2240 E Gonzales Rd, Oxnardoxn BH 1911 Williams Drive, OxnardSatiCoy 11251-A Riverbank Drive, VenturaSp BH 725 E. Main Street, Santa PaulaVanguarD 1400 Vanguard, Oxnard WilliamS 1911 Williams Drive, Oxnard

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YOu CAN rEquEsT WELLNEss PrOgrAms AT YOur LOCATION. vIsIT Our WEBsITE:

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County Executive Office-Human Resources Division800 S. Victoria Ave. Ventura, CA 93009-1370

Phone: 654-2628 Fax: 805.658.4527http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits/wellness

wellness.program@ventura.org

Promoting Good Health & Helping Manage Health Care Costs