The Alzheimer’s Association® offers a range of awareness and caregiver skill-building classes. These classes, hosted by Mercy Medical Center, aim to help caregivers feel more prepared to handle the challenges that come with caring for someone living with dementia.

Registration:
To register contact Patty Dailey at 559.795.5970 (call or text) or email [email protected]. Para registrarse, comuníquese con Patty Dailey al 559.795.5970 (llame o envíe un mensaje de texto) o [email protected].

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

Classes:
Alzheimer’s Association® Education Program Schedule

Designed to assist individuals with asthma to increase their understanding about the condition and coping skills.

Registration:
There is no cost to participate in this program, however registration is required. To register, call Mercy Medical Center's Community Health Department at (209) 564-4312.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

Bingocize® is an evidence-based health promotion program that combines the game of bingo with fall prevention exercises (seated or standing). Come play bingo, win prizes, and meet new people while learning about techniques to reduce falls and increase cognition. Bingocize® is exercise for your body, mind, and spirit. Intended for participants aged 60 and older; spouses welcome.

Dates:
Mondays and Thursdays

Time:
1:30pm

Registration:
There is no cost to participate and registration is not required, but encouraged. For more information or to register, call (209) 385-7550.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

*Bingocize® is co-sponsored by the Merced County AAA. The materials or products were a result of a project funded by a contract with the California Department of Aging.

This is a six-week workshop that teaches you how to live a healthy life with chronic conditions. Examples of chronic conditions include diabetes, asthma, COPD, back pain, arthritis, hypertension, bronchitis, heart disease, and more.  This program is also available in Spanish.

Registration:
There is no cost to participate in this program, however registration is required. To register, call Mercy Medical Center's Community Health Department at (209) 564-4312.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

Freedom from Smoking ™ Quit Clinic, also known as smoking cessation, is open to anyone that wants to quit tobacco use. This program is a collaboration with the American Lung Association. This is a no cost, 7 week program that meets 1.5 hours each week for a total of 8 times. It is taught by a certified Freedom From Smoking facilitator. In this program you will learn about the benefits of quitting smoking and gain valuable knowledge and skills in order to plan YOUR quit date. Participants will be offered a kit of helpful resources to guide them in their journey to a tobacco-free lifestyle

Registration:
There is no cost to participate in this program, however registration is required. To register, call Mercy Medical Center's Community Health Department at (209) 564-4312.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

This program covers all aspects of maintaining a healthy body and relationships with their partner(s) to prevent and treat sexually transmitted infections and diseases (STIs & STDs).

To request an education presentation or outreach opportunities, call Mercy Medical Center's Community Health Department at (209) 564-4312.

Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music combined with dance fitness moves to create a dynamic and effective cardiovascular and toning workout. Join the party! Make Zumba a part of your lifestyle. Wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes.

Zumba is co-sponsored by the City of Merced’s Recreation Department.

Registration:
There is no cost to participate, however registration is required. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed. To register, click here. 

Date: Every Tuesday

Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Location:
Merced Senior Center
755 W 15th Street 
Merced, CA 95340

Accessible Yoga 

Exercise accommodates individuals regardless of ability or background. Through the use of props, breathing techniques, and body awareness we welcome all bodies into this gentle all levels environment.

Date and Time: Contact Mercy Medical Center's Community Health Department at (209) 564-4312 for availability.

Registration:
There is no cost to participate in this program, however registration is required. To register, click here.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

Perinatal Yoga - pre & post delivery

Perinatal Yoga is a multifaceted approach to exercise that encourages stretching, mental centering and focused breathing. This class can improve sleep, mood, pelvic floor strength, well-being, and overall preparation for childbirth. Through modified postures, and body awareness, yoga asana is used to discover coping skills before, during, and after pregnancy in this class.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 4pm - 5:30pm

Registration:
There is no cost to participate in this program, however registration is required. To register, click here.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Community Health Classroom, 1st Floor 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340

Yoga 

Yoga is a group exercise program led by an instructor guiding you towards  relaxation to support mindfulness of breath and body. The mindful poses  focus on stretching, strengthening, postural alignment, relaxation, and  breathing to help increase physical well-being and psychological balance.  Join us each week to learn yoga postures and gentle moving sequences.

Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Time: 6pm

Registration:
There is no cost to participate in this program, however registration is required. To register, click here.

Location:
Mercy Outpatient Center 
Multi-purpose Room, basement level 
2740 M Street 
Merced, CA 95340