United Way of Greater Lorain County and Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital have launched the United We Sweat Cleveland Clinic Caregiver Series, a monthly initiative designed to provide free health and wellness education in downtown Lorain.
Classes are scheduled for the third Friday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at United Way, located at 642 Broadway in Lorain.
This series will continue throughout the year, with each session featuring a new topic and expert speaker, as stated in a recent news release.
Upcoming Session: Food As Medicine
The session on August 16, titled “Food As Medicine,” will be led by Laura Horner, a cardiac nurse and nurse case manager at Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital. This presentation will delve into the advantages of a heart-healthy diet, particularly focusing on the Mediterranean diet.
Participants will gain practical insights into healthy eating, including tips like eating a variety of colorful foods, shopping around the perimeter of the grocery store, and maintaining a healthy diet on a budget.
Both in-person and virtual attendance options are available.
Pre-registration is recommended at bit.ly/4fqfiZM or by calling 440-277-6530.
A complimentary yoga class will follow the presentation at 5 p.m.
Community Impact
Ryan Aroney, president and CEO of United Way of Greater Lorain County, expressed pride in expanding the collaboration with Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital to provide the expertise of their caregivers for the benefit of the community. He stated, “United We Sweat offers a variety of classes that meet the diverse needs of our community, and this series will enhance those offerings and will be a fun and informative lead-in to our Free Friday Yoga class.”
United We Sweat is an initiative powered by United Way of Greater Lorain County, aimed at ensuring that everyone in Lorain County has access to quality physical activity and wellness opportunities, regardless of their location, age, or skill level.
Rebecca Starck, M.D., vice president and chief medical officer of Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital, emphasized the importance of community-level health initiatives, stating, “We believe that promoting active lifestyles and preventing chronic diseases starts at the community level. Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital is proud to collaborate with United We Sweat and United Way to care for our community and to bring the expertise of our caregivers and vital health and wellness resources to Lorain County.”
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