Health & Wellness
Helping you stay active and healthy is important to us. It’s one way we can help you maintain your independence and live the healthiest life. We offer a variety of health and wellness programs that are for anyone, regardless of age or ability.
Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging Website:
Home - Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging (WIHA) (wihealthyaging.org)
- Tai Chi
- StrongWomen/Strong Bodies
- Living Well with Chronic Conditions
- Healthy Living with Diabetes
- Healthy Living with Chronic Pain
- Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder
- Stepping On: Falls Prevention Workshop
Tai Chi
Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle, and relaxed movements that are suitable for anyone and can be practiced anywhere. Learn what Tai Chi is all about, the basic principles, in a fun and friendly environment.
- Calumet County Courthouse, Room 15 (Basement)
- Mondays, Starting again after Labor Day TBD
- 8:45 am - 9:30 am
- Sherwood Village Hall gym
- ADVANCED
- Mondays (ongoing)
- 11:00am-11:45am
- Tai Chi for Beginners
- Mondays starting up again after Labor Day TBD
- 12:00pm-12:45pm
- ADVANCED
Registration and More Information:
Nancy Krueger, (920) 849-1451 x4306 or email nancy.krueger@calumetcounty.org
Strong Women/Strong Bodies™
Strong Women™ is a program designed to help women become or stay strong, fit and healthy. It is an evidence-based, strength-training program from Tufts University proven to prevent osteoporosis, build muscle and improve balance, as well as decrease depression and arthritis symptoms.
Sherwood Village Hall Gym
- Tuesday/Thursday
- 9:30 am - 10:30 am
New Holstein Kiwanis Community Center
- Tuesday/Thursday
- 9:00 am - 10:00 am
- Tuesday/Thursday
- 4:00pm-5:00pm
- Monday/Wednesday
- 9:00am-10:00am
Chilton Public Library
- Tuesday/Thursday
- 11:00 am - 12:00 pm and 12:00pm-1:00pm
Registration and More Information:
Nancy Krueger, (920) 849-1451 x4306 or email nancy.krueger@calumetcounty.org
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
This six-week program teaches new strategies that will give participants the confidence and skills needed to manage the challenges of living with a chronic health condition.
Topics include:
- How to develop a suitable exercise program
- Management of symptoms, nutrition and medication
- Breathing exercises and stress management
- How to deal with emotions such as anger and depression
- Problem-solving skills
Healthy Living with Diabetes
This program is designed to help adults with Type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes learn self-management skills and increase their confidence level in managing their diabetes.
Topics Include:
- Healthy eating and nutrition: Food label reading and meal planning.
- Relaxation techniques
- Short-term goal setting
- Stress and depression management.
- Exercise for fun and fitness
Healthy Living with Chronic Pain (HLCP)
Research shows that the mind and the body are connected when it comes to pain. Emotions, feelings and thoughts directly influence how pain affects us. Pain management strategies will not necessarily eliminate your pain, but they will help you to better manage the pain so you can become more active. Healthy Living with Chronic Pain (HLCP) teaches these strategies and helps you determine which tools and techniques work best for you.
Join a HLCP workshop to explore ways to better manage your chronic pain. Take the time to make the changes you want to make. Build your "pain management toolbox", practice new concepts, and share your experience with others. Set your own goals and priorities. Week-by-week, you'll see what works for you and take steps toward healthier living.
UPCOMING CLASS:
Where: St. John's UCC, 2111 Church St., New Holstein
When: Tuesdays September 23rd- October 28th, 2025
Time: 9:00am-11:30am (Typically ends early)
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at 920-849-1451 x4306 or email nancy.krueger@calumetcounty.org.
Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder
"Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder" is an evidence-based educational program designed to give women the tools they need to prevent or control bladder and bowel symptoms. Scientific studies showed that attending this program in-person reduced or even cured symptoms for many Wisconsin women.
Stepping On: Falls Prevention Workshop
It's estimated that one in three people age 65 and older fall at least once a year. Many of these falls result in broken bones and other disabilities, hospitalizations, and in some cases, even death. In addition to physical injury, victims of falls often lose their sense of confidence and become less independent. Falls among the elderly is a serious problem, especially right here in Wisconsin as our state ranks #2 for falls among older adults. The good news is that falls CAN be prevented!
Stepping On is a seven-week workshop using adult education to develop the knowledge and skills needed to help older adults prevent falls. It focuses on how strength and balancing exercises, medication management, home safety, footwear, vision, and mobility all play an important in fall prevention. The workshop:
- Increases awareness of fall risks
- Helps participants be more informed about the factors that contribute to their risk of falling
- Includes guest experts on certain topics
- Follows through on the use of prevention strategies after the workshop is completed
- Includes a follow-up "booster" class to review achievements
UPCOMING CLASS:
Where: Village of Harrison Town Hall, W5298 State Park Rd, Menasha, WI
When: Thursdays September 4th- October 16th, 2025
Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Registration and More Information: Contact Nancy Krueger at 920-849-1451 x4306 or email nancy.krueger@calumetcounty.org.