CBD: Pros & Cons | May 12, 2020

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Chautauqua-Wawasee and Parkview Health are jointly sponsoring a presentation and discussion on CBD.  The program will be held at the Oakwood Resort Inn, Syracuse Indiana, May 12, from 6:30-7:30.  The event is open to the public and free to attend.

What is CBD?  Cannabidiol is all the rage, being used to treat a wide array of medical issues. However, burning questions remain:  is it really safe? Is it effective?  There are many products available and yet without regulation.  Plan to listen and learn as Jeanette Cochran, MSN, NP-C, Parkview Physicians Group – Mind Body Medicine shares the pros and cons of CBD and if it is really safe or effective.

For more details contact Candice Brown, cbrown@chqw.org 574-377-7543

What:  1-hour Presentation & Discussion

When:  May 12, 6:30-7:30 pm

Where:  Oakwood Resort Inn (Conference Room #1), Syracuse, Indiana

Cost:  Free to the Public.  No registration needed.

 

Harkless Foundation Awards Chautauqua-Wawasee 2019 $7,000 Grant | December 2019

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James E. Caskey, president of the Kenneth and Lela Harkless Foundation, announced $85,500 in grants have been awarded to various organizations within the Syracuse community.

The grants were awarded to the following: Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum, $16,000; Teen Parents Succeeding, $12,000; Syracuse Parks Department, $10,000; Syracuse Cemetery Association, $10,000; Oakwood Foundation Chautauqua-Wawasee, $7,000; Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams, $5,000; R.E.A.L. Services, $5,000; town of Syracuse, $5,000; Syracuse-Wawasee Rotary Club, $4,000; Kosciusko Community Senior Services, $4,000; Lakeland Youth Center, $3,000; Wawasee Supermileage, $2,500; Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club, $1,000; and Fort Wayne Philharmonic, $1,000.

Chair Yoga for Seniors | February 20, 2020

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Chautauqua-Wawasee and Parkview Warsaw YMCA are jointly sponsoring a chair yoga class for seniors.  The class will be held at the Oakwood Resort Inn, Syracuse Indiana, February 20, from 11:00 – Noon.  The event is open to the public and free to attend.

This amazingly beneficial workout is designed to increase muscular strength, flexibility and improve a sense of balance and confidence for all active seniors. The class includes variety and offers modifications of all poses, with individualized safe and effective workout tips for seniors at any fitness level.  All postures are demonstrated by the instructor so you can follow along and perform accurately.  A chair and props are provided for added assistance.

Your instructor, Dawn Weed has taught Silver Sneakers Yoga and Classic at the Parkview Warsaw YMCA since 2014. She is certified in Yoga Fit Level 1, Yoga Fit Seniors, and Silver Sneakers Yoga Stretch, Classic, and Circuit as well as Enhance Fitness.

For more details contact Candice Brown, cbrown@chqw.org 574-377-7543

What:  One hour Chair Yoga for Seniors Class

When:  February 20, 11:00 – Noon

Where:  Oakwood Resort Inn, Syracuse, Indiana

Cost:  Free to the Public.  No registration needed.