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HealthMatters Program


Big opportunity for health education! Do you have a developmental disability? Do you want to learn more about health, nutrition and exercise? The HealthMatters Program has a free 12-week online course starting October 16, 2023, and you can pre-register now through October 13. Classes will be held online on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 2:30-4 p.m., or 4-5:30 p.m.

The Arc US has collaborated with Public Health AmeriCorps to have two ongoing sessions of the HealthMattersTM curriculum. We are looking for participants with developmental disabilities that are interested in learning more about physical education and activity.

This FREE program meets the Administration for Community Living’s criteria for evidence-based program to improve health options and health outcomes for people with IDD. About the Program:

  • Classes will begin October 16, 2023
  • 12 weeks
  • 3 times a week
  • 60-90 minutes per class
  • Delivered online via Zoom
  • Each class will include nutrition education and a fitness / movement activity.

Objectives:

  • Become stronger and healthier.
  • Learn about health, nutrition and exercise.
  • Improve your self-advocacy skills and confidence.
  • Meet new friends and hang out with old ones!

Family members, caregivers and support staff are all welcome to attend, join us.

Need more info? E-mail Presley Rodriguez at presley_rodriguez1@baylor.edu.

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