by Maria Polletta - Feb. 26, 2012 10:05 PM
The Republic | azcentral.com

SCAN Health Plan Arizona, a special-needs plan for Maricopa County residents that operates under a Medicare Advantage contract, will offer free nutrition-related presentations and cooking demonstrations for seniors as part of National Nutrition Month in March. The classes, listed below, are tailored to the needs of older adults.

All presentations will take place at the SCAN Connections Resource Center, 1313 E. Osborn Road in Phoenix. Space is limited. RSVP at 602-778-3420.

"SOLUTIONS FOR LIFE: NUTRITION AND LONGEVITY"

Information on a weight-reduction and longevity program. March 14 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

"HEALTHY NUTRITION ON A BUDGET"

Information on nutritional guidelines for seniors, nutritious and low-cost sample meals and snacks, and community resources. March 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

"HEALTHY NUTRITION FOR SENIORS"

A look at the role of nutrition, portion distortion and nutritional guidelines for seniors in maintaining a healthy weight. March 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

"GET YOUR PLATE IN SHAPE"

Demonstrations on portion control and healthy cooking. March 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"WELLNESS WAY OF LIVING"

This session will mark the start of an eight-month series of hourlong workshops focused on healthy living. March 28 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Source: SCAN Health Plan Arizona

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Free nutrition presentations offered for seniors