Wellness Center well-received

    The Wellness Center at the Jackson County Hospital District has been well-received by the community, according to Bill Jones, CEO and administrator. Jones gave an update on the Wellness Center at the Dec. 19 monthly board meeting.
    “After two months of operation the Wellness Center is holding steady at about 180 public memberships,” he said.
    The center is busiest in the early morning and early evening, he added. Another 90 hospital district employees and their families have joined the Wellness Center. Jones said the gym sees the most activity from the public, while the pool is being used mainly by physical therapy patients.
    “With the initial rush of individual memberships leveled off, the district will now look to partner with groups, churches, businesses and organizations to help with employee wellness,” he said. Corporate group rates are available by calling the hospital.
    Jones said there has been interest in a program called “Silver Sneakers” for older adults who want to improve flexibility, strength and endurance. The hospital is taking a group of seniors to visit an established Silver Sneaker program in Yoakum to get ideas on establishing a similar program at the JCHD.