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The Good Life Club, offered through WellStar Health System, is an organization for people50 and older who want to learn how to live better, be healthier and stay active. Our focuson wellness, health education, travel and social activities, along with providing valuablemembership benefits, affirms our commitment to healthy aging in our community. Ourlow annual membership fee is $12 per person. At WellStar, we believe in life well-livedand Good Life Club members are evidence of this belief. For more information, pleasecall 770-793-7141 or email goodlifeclub@wellstar.org.

The vision of WellStar Health System is to deliver world-class healthcare through our hospitals, physicians and services. Our not-for-profit health system includes WellStar Kennestone Regional Medical Center (anchored by WellStar Kennestone Hospital), WellStar Cobb, Douglas, Paulding and Windy Hill hospitals; WellStar Medical Group; Health Parks; Pediatric Center; Urgent Care Centers; Health Place; Homecare; Hospice; Atherton Place; Paulding Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; and WellStar Foundation. For more information, call 770-956-STAR or visit wellstar.org.

Tips For The Holiday BluesEric Podchaski, Ph.D., LP • WellStar Behavioral Health

Many people feel down during the holiday season. Whether it’sfamily dynamics, the pressure of shopping and cooking, the loss ofsomeone close, or all of the above, feeling blue during the holidays

is common and understandable.

Here are a few tips for managing these feelings:

1. Be compassionate with yourself. Allow yourself to feel what you feel.We can be our own worst critic, yet criticizing ourselves never reallyhelps. Know that it is understandable to feel down, stressed or anxiousduring the holidays.

2. Make time for yourself. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with planning,schedule some time for you to take a break. Make it a holiday presentto yourself!

3. Prioritize what you need to do and keep your expectations practicalwhen thinking about how much you can do in any given day.

4. Strengthen the positive connections you have. Spend time with thepeople you enjoy – people who can recharge you and with whom youcan have fun.

5. Stay active. Keep your exercise routine or simply go for a walk regularly.Exercise and physical movement help us manage stress and its effects onthe body, mind and soul.

6. Limit or avoid alcohol. Alcohol is a depressant and will make stress feelworse.

7. Take time to grieve or mourn any losses you may be feeling. We allgrieve differently, so do what you feel you need to do.

UPDATENOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2015Trips

With the Good Life Club, travel is easy – around the world, thecountry or the state – at the best prices. Make a reservation andshow up – leave all the details, arrangements and planning to us!

Day Trips Tour of Homes in Madison, Ga. • Dec. 3 • Cost: $76.50 per personMadison is famous for its historic homes andgardens. The entire town is a sight to beholdduring the holiday season. This self-guided tourof homes will be a fun way to get in the holidayspirit. Please note that walking is involved inthis tour. Lunch will be on your own at a localrestaurant.

Governor’s Mansion and the Swan Coach House • Dec. 15 • Cost: $65.50 per personJoin us as we explore the beautiful home of Georgia’s Governor. We willhave lunch at the fabulous Swan Coach House Restaurant. Lunch is includedin the price of the trip.

For more information or to book your day trip, please contact Leisure Time Tours at 770-382-7726. Please let them know

you are a Good Life Club member!

Around the CountryChristmas in the Smokies • Nov. 17-20 • $879 per person, double occupancy

New York Holiday • Nov. 29-Dec. 4 • $2,087 per person, double occupancy

Christmas at the Opryland Hotel • Nov. 30-Dec. 2 • $799 per person, double occupancy

San Antonio • March 12-18, 2016 • $1,399 per person, double occupancy

Springtime at the Jekyll Island Country Club • March 28-April 1, 2016 • $1,086 per person, double occupancy

Alaskan Adventure by Train, Cruise Ship and Motorcoach • June 4-14, 2016 • $4,866 per person, double occupancy

Around the WorldClassic Christmas Markets featuring Nuremberg, Black Forest, Strasbourg,

Innsbruck • Nov. 29-Dec. 2 • $3,709 per person, double occupancy

Tropical Costa Rica • Dec. 3-11 • $2,899 per person, double occupancy

For more information or to book your trip, contactSouthern Touch Tours at 770-448-6700.

WWellell SScreencreenssWell Screens provide easy, low-cost access to health screenings:

• • Comprehensive Metabolic Panel - $20

• • Hemoglobin A1C - $25

• • Lipid Panel - $25

• • Personal Wellness Profile - $20

• • Prostate Specific Antigen Test - $30 (physician’s order required)

• • Thyroid Screening - $20

•• Bone Density - $35

•• Flu Shots - $29

Good Life Club members receive one free screening coupon annually valued up to $30 (excludes flu shots). Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.

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ClassesClassesThe Generation to Generation course is a one-time class offered to expectant grandparents. The class covers generational differences for parenting, common family adjustment issues and the latest American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations for newborn care and safety. A birthing center tour is included in the class.

Nov. 10 • • 6-9 p.m. • • WellStar Kennestone Hospital (Azalea/Camellia Room)

Cost: $30 for two participants

Learn how to talk with loved ones about final healthcare decisions. Each participant will receive a free planning guide outlining questions you and your family should discuss along with forms you can use to record your wishes.

Nov. 6 •• 10-11:30 a.m. • • C. Freeman Poole Senior Center

Nov. 18 •• 10-11:30 a.m. •• KSU Center for Continuing Education

Dec. 4 •• 6:30-8 p.m. •• WellStar Cobb Hospital

Cost: FREE

This basic class gives an overview of CPR; certification is not included. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.

Nov. 17 •• 6-8:30 p.m. •• WellStar Acworth Health Park

Dec. 1 •• 6-8:30 p.m. • • WellStar East Cobb Health Park

Cost: $40 (Good Life Club Members receive a 10% discount!)

Registration is required for all events. For more information Registration is required for all events. For more information or to register, please call 770-956-STAR (7827).or to register, please call 770-956-STAR (7827).

Health Extras

The Good Life Club is pleased to offer Health Extras, presentations that address specific health topics. These free programs target those age 50 and older and are held in a classroom setting. Participants will

receive an educational folder to complement the topic being discussed.

Osteoporosis, arthritis and joint or spinal disc degenera-tion don’t have to take the flavor out of your life. Our clinical experts will presentcurrent information on diagnosis, treatment options, rehabilitation and other ways to fortify your spine and battle back pain.

Nov. 5 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Cobb Senior Wellness Center

Nov. 19 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. • West Cobb Senior Center

Listen up! Nearly 36 million Americans report hearing loss. Learn what causes you to lose your hearing, signs and symptoms that indicate hearing loss could be affecting you or a loved one, and treatments that may help.

Dec. 3 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. WellStar Paulding Hospital

Dec. 10 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Cobb Senior Wellness Center

Dec. 15 • 10:30-11:30 a.m. Woodie Fite Senior Center

Registration is required for these free events. For more information or to register, please call 770-956-STAR (7827).

For Healthy Aging

The Good Life Club’s theme for our 2015 Speaking about Wellness for Healthy Aging series is “Learn

the Language of Healthy Aging.” We have been exploring topics throughout the year

to provide the tools to better understand a variety of issues related to healthy aging for those age 50 and older.

Learn the Language of Men’s HealthCalling all men! Men often need encouragement to participate in routine preventive care, including recommended screenings and assessments for the leading causes of death in men: heart disease, cancer and accidents or injuries. Bring your husband, friend, partner, brother, father, uncle or grandfather to learn more about men’s health.

Presented by G. Waldon Garriss, III, M.D., MS, FaaP, FaCP

Nov. 10 • Kennesaw State University Center for Continuing Education 3333 Busbee Dr. • Kennesaw, GA

Nov. 12 • Douglasville Conference Center6700 Church St. • Douglasville, GA

Healthy Happy Hour Please join us for a Healthy Happy Hour before the Speaking about Wellness programs to mix and mingle, and to take advantage of different health-related services including: free health screenings, information and educational booths and meet and greet time with WellStar professionals.

Series Details: • Healthy Happy Hour: 5:30-6:30 p.m.• Doors Open for Seating: 5:45 p.m.• Dinner Served: 6 p.m.• Program Presentation: 6:30-8 p.m.

Cost: $10 per program (Good Life Club members receive a 10% discount!)Includes: Healthy dinner, presentation by featured speaker,

educational materials and gift

Registration is required for these events. For more information or to register, please call 770-956-STAR (7827).

Congratulations!!Congratulations to Jean Allison and Marjorie Berry, who both won a Wal-Mart gift card for completing our online survey regardingthe Good Life Club. We appreciate all the feedback we received!

Remember to Get Your Flu Shot!Remember to Get Your Flu Shot!The flu is a serious disease. According to the Centers for Disease Con-trol (CDC) it is especially serious for seniors. The CDC reports that during recent flu seasons, between 80 and 90 percent of flu-related deaths oc-curred in people 65 and older.

Flu season in the United States can begin as early as October and last as late as May. The best way to reduce your risk of getting the flu and spreading it to others is by getting a flu vaccine.

WellStar makes it easy with Well Screens. Flu shots are $29; Medicare Part B is accepted.

Nov. 4 •• 8-10 a.m. •• WellStar West Cobb Medical Center

Nov. 13 •• 7-10 a.m. •• WellStar Cobb Hospital, Women’s Center

Nov. 18 •• 8-10:30 a.m. •• WellStar Paulding County Senior Center

Dec. 1 •• 8-10 a.m. •• WellStar Kennesaw Medical Center

Dec. 9 •• 8-10 a.m. •• WellStar Douglasville Medical Center

Dec. 16 •• 7:30-10 a.m. •• WellStar East Cobb Health Park

Pre-registration and pre-payment are required – call 770-956-STAR (7827).Pre-registration and pre-payment are required – call 770-956-STAR (7827).