The Indianapolis Urban League’s Health and Wellness Department works to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities through health education programs services, and referrals.
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Thursday, March 16, 2023
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Understanding Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptoms, and resources.
Incentives will be given while supplies last.
Presented by Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter in partnership with the Indianapolis Urban League
Free parking in the Indianapolis Urban League parking lot.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Wellness Cooking
Join Chef Felicia, Plate It Up Catering, for an interactive LIVE cooking demonstration of a Creole favorite, Jambalaya.
All participants will sample the dish while learning healthier ways to prepare classic dishes, use fresh fruits and vegetables, and provide tips for healthy delicious eating on a budget.
Free parking at the Indianapolis Urban League, 777 Indiana Avenue. Free admission and advance registration are required.
“The prepared dish may contain an ingredient(s) that you may knowingly have an allergy to. The Chef will try their best to prepare a portion of the dish to accommodate your needs. However, this may not be possible. If you have an allergy(ies), please specify in #14 below. Please note that if you list an allergy to an ingredient and a sample is prepared to accommodate you, you are expected to indulge in that sampling. If you choose and indulge in the sampling with the ingredient you listed as an allergy, you will 1. not hold the Indianapolis Urban League or the Chef liable for any reaction experienced, including death 2. risk being excluded from participating in future events.”
Tuesdays, March 7 – July 23, 2023*
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
*See schedule
You may register for class one week in advance.
Fusion Fitness – Neon Glow Toot Your Gloots
Join the Indianapolis Urban League for our new physical fitness initiative!
On Tuesdays, improve your overall mental and physical health and join the glutes and cardio workout presented by Ileisha Tevis, Fusion Fit Warrior founding owner. Tevis has been transforming minds and bodies for five years, has served as a dance coach for the Indianapolis Tornado (MLF) and hip-hop choreographer for Alexander Coleman Dance Team, and was named the 2022 IMODEL A Fitness Model of the Year.
To maximize your experience, class sizes are limited, and participants must sign a health waiver to attend.
Note: No class Tuesdays: 3/14, 4/11, 5/9, 6/13, 7/4, 7/11
What to bring? A yoga mat and water bottle. You will receive one free resistance band.
Cost: Free for central Indiana residents. Advanced registration is required.
Parking: Free parking at the Indianapolis Urban League, 777 Indiana Avenue.
Thursdays, March 9 – June 29, 2023
6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
You may register for class one week in advance.
Strength Factory – Strength Training Exercises
Join the Indianapolis Urban League as we launch our new physical fitness initiative!
On Thursdays, condition and weight train for improved physical strength with Clarence Walton, personal trainer, and Strength Factor owner.
To maximize your experience, class sizes are limited, and participants must sign a health waiver to attend.
What to bring? A yoga mat, hand weights, and a water bottle. You will receive one free resistance band.
Cost: Free for central Indiana residents. Advanced registration is required.
Parking: Free parking at the Indianapolis Urban League, 777 Indiana Avenue.
