LAKEPORT, CA. October 25, 2011— Sutter Lakeside Hospital Wellness Center recognizes the unique needs of older adults in the community and has partnered with the nationally recognized Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness Program to offer exercise programs designed exclusively for older adults.

“Research points to the significant health benefits of regular exercise for older adults,” says Vera Crabtree, fitness trainer and nutritional coach at the SLH Wellness Center. “In addition to helping our members stay physically healthy, SilverSneakers also offers a great way for them to socialize, meet new friends and have fun.”

SilverSneakers is the nation’s leading older adult exercise program and is available – at little or no additional cost – through many Medicare health plans, Medicare Supplement carriers and group retiree plans.

If your insurance offers the SilverSneakers membership program, then you are welcome to utilize that membership at the SLH Wellness Center at no additional cost.

Your SilverSneakers membership will give you access to the fitness equipment, treadmills and free weights at the SLH Wellness Center as well as fitness classes designed for the older adult such as Arthritis Foundation Exercise class, balance, Tai Chi and gentle yoga. A designated staff member will help you along the way.

To find out if you are eligible for SilverSneakers, please contact your health plan provider.

To learn more about the SLH Wellness Center, call 707-262-5171 or visit www.sutterlakeside.org/wellness.

For more information regarding the SilverSneakers Fitness Program, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 888-423-4632.