Arrowhead Library Mail-A-Book Service

• Tax-supported service provided to rural residents, those who live in a city without a public library (or who live outside of city limits), and homebound residents 
• Eligible patrons receive and return library materials by mail with all postage paid 
• Catalogs listing newest materials are mailed twice a year; PDF version of catalog is also available online

Bone Builders Exercise Program

• Free exercise program sponsored by the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), designed to help individuals maintain bone mass and build on existing bone mass
• No pre-registration required
• Hand and leg weights available on site; no other equipment needed - just bring water and a smile

Cook County YMCA

• Active Older Adult programs are free to YMCA members and include water fitness, strength building, stability gaining, yoga, and stretching classes.
• Silver Sneakers program available for adults 65 and older through select Medicare plans - call (866) 584-7389 or visit the Silver Sneakers website to learn if you are eligible
• YMCA membership or day pass provides access to facilities including indoor track, hot tub, sauna, pool,  gymnasium and showers
• Reservations required for pool use

Exercise Classes at The Hub/Cook County Senior Center

• Classes taught by volunteers on a one-time or ongoing basis
• Subjects have included yoga, tai-chi, balance, and more
• Free of charge

Foot Care Clinic at Birch Grove

• Third Wednesday of each month, 12:30pm (after senior meal) until finished
• Must bring your own foot basin and towel
• Cost: $10 cash
• Clinic staff will use the same infection control protocols that are in place at the clinic
• Please enter and exit through the doors by the playground
• Must pre-register by calling Sawtooth Mountain Clinic at 218-387-2330
  

Foot Care Clinic at The Hub/Cook County Senior Center

• Third Tuesday of each month, 8:30am until finished
• Must bring your own foot basin and towel
• Clinic staff will use the same infection control
  protocols that are in place at the clinic
• Cost: $10 cash
• Schedule an appointment by calling the Hub at (218) 387-2660 or first come, first served starting at 8:30am
  

 Grand Portage Senior Fitness

• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays around 10:30-11:30 am
• Participants are free to walk alone or with others
• Programs are also sometimes offered, such as Wisdom Steps and Water Aerobics

Healthy Homes Program

• Free home assessment to identify housing conditions that may lead to potential health conditions 
• Assessment is available for both homeowners and renters 
• Recommendations and education focus on reliable and practical methods to reduce health and safety risks in housing
  
• Residents eligible for Medicare may receive up to $750 for home improvement supplies
• Follow-up visits help ensure effectiveness

Northland Diabetes Support Group

• Monthly support group provides attendees with valuable insights and practical tips from others with diabetes
• For all people affected by Type 1, Type 2, and early onset diabetes and those in their circle of friends and family 
• Each meeting fo­cuses on a practical issue that those with diabetes face daily, along with time for good conversation and identifying topics for fu­ture gatherings
• Meets the first Tuesday of the month, 6-7pm, at Cook County Higher Education
• Supported and funded by Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF)

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