Staying Healthy Together - Workshop

WORKSHOP — HEALTH ECONOMICS

The LACERA retiree health improvement program, STAYING HEALTHY TOGETHER: FOCUS ON WELLNESS is about giving you the tools you need to live healthier and feel better. This fall we’re focusing our health campaign on an issue that’s top-of-mind for all of us — HEALTH ECONOMICS.

We will be holding half-day workshops in two different Los Angeles County locations, where you can learn how to be a wise health care consumer by controlling your costs and making the most of your health care benefits.

Mark your calendar to attend a free half-day health education workshop on health economics and spend some time with your fellow LACERA retirees!

Join us at a Staying Healthy Together workshop!

Mingle with other LACERA retirees, get in-depth information on various health topics, and get answers from top experts.

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Tuesday,
October 20
Descanso Gardens
www.descansogardens.org
Two sessions:
1.) 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
2.) 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

1. Prevention of Disease: Promotion of Health: This presentation will focus on tips that can prevent chronic diseases and disability, thus reducing dollars spent on health care. Topics covered will include immunizations, regular health screenings, preventing depression, and the preventive value of a healthy diet and exercise. Presented by PacifiCare.

2. Money Can’t Buy Happiness: Having fun for free!: Activities that are fun and stimulate the mind are critical for maintaining a healthy, happy lifestyle — but it seems that today’s options are getting more and more expensive. In this workshop, you’ll learn inexpensive ways to enjoy life and feel your best. Presented by Anthem Blue Cross.

Wednesday,
October 21
Torrance Cultural Arts Center
www.ci.torrance.ca.us/9009.htm Two sessions:
1.) 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
2.) 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

1. An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure... and Money in Your Pocket, Too!: In this workshop, we’ll look at the ways you can use your LACERA benefits effectively to save money on your short-term and long-term health care costs. Follow the stories of two retirees to learn how simple choices and preventive steps can save money and improve health. Presented by Kaiser Permanente.

2. How to Get the Most From Your Dental and Vision Preventive Care: In this workshop, we’ll review the vision and dental plans offered to LACERA’s members and discuss how you can take advantage of the preventive care benefits. Presented by CIGNA.

Descanso Gardens October 20 1418 Descanso Drive La Canada, CA 91011	Torrance Cultural Arts Center October 21 3330 Civic Center Drive Torrance, CA 90503
ATTENTION: Seating is limited. Workshops and parking are FREE. FYI: While you're there, admission to the Torrance Cultural Arts Center and Descanso Gardens is free.

PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS

Heart Healthy Workshops were held on April 14 and April 23, 2009.
(Archived workshop information)

Mental Fitness Workshops were held on October 15 and 16, 2008.
(Archived workshop information)

Fitness Workshops were held on April 23 and 24, 2008.
(Archived workshop information)

Nutrition Workshops were held on October 23 and 24, 2007.
(Archived workshop information)

10/14/09