Health & Wellness Programs
The Landing brings in experts to help shed light on health, wellness, and well-being issues, join us.
For more information on any of the programs you see below, please call 715-841-1855 or e-mail memberservices@thelandingwausau.com
PAM Rehab Presents: Love Your Heart- Tips, Snacks & Recipes
Thursday, June 11th at 11:00am-12:00pm
The Landing Fireside Room
Join Megan from PAM Health for an engaging and informative program focused on heart health. Learn practical tips for maintaining a strong, healthy heart, including lifestyle habits, nutrition and ways to reduce your risk of heart disease. Megan will share easy-to-understand insights, provide helpful recipes you can try at home, and answer questions in an open, welcoming discussion.
- Facilitator: Megan Schroeder
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Delores Kessel & Samantha Wimmer Present: Gardening for Mental Wellness
Friday, June 12th at 8:30-10:00am
The Landing Fireside Room
Discover how gardening can nurture your mental health and overall well-being. This engaging presentation explores how time spent in the garden can reduce stress, build resilience and create a sense of purpose- all while connecting you with nature and others.
- Facilitator: Delores Kessel & Samantha Wimmer
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Wings Grief: Visits from the Twilight Zone
Tuesday, June 16th at 3:30-4:30pm
The Landing Fireside Room
After losing a loved one, many feel a deep sense of loss and may experience signs or dreams that feel significant. Grief can enhance awareness of coincidences or familiar sensations. Maintaing a bond with the deceased can facilitate health; whether one believes in these messages or not, they can be comforting. Though science may not affirm these experiences, they highlight our connection to a greater exisitence and suggest that death doesn't end relationships.
For registration, please call 715-845-4159 or email wingsgrief.org - registration is not through the Landing.
- Facilitator: Nan Zastrow
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
North Shore at Home Presents: Understanding Hospice Care
Monday, June 22nd at 10:00-11:00am
The Landing Fireside Room
Gain a better understanding of hospice in this informative and compassionate session, Understanding Hospice Care- What It is & What It Is Not. Learn who qualifies, what services are available, when it may be time to consider hospice and how to separate common myths from facts. Hear from experiences professionals, including Debbie Merkel, Amie Town and Katey Knudsen, as they provide guidance to help individuals and families make informed decisions.
- Facilitator: Debbie Merkel
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Rennes Group Presents: The Science of Pain
Wednesday, June 24th at 10:00-11:00am
The Landing Fireside Room
Discover how physical therapy uses science-baked techniques to understand, manage, and reduce pain. In this informative session presented presented by Rennes Group, you'll gain insight into how the body processes pain and how targeted movement and therapy can support recovery and improve daily function. Perfect for anyone looking to better understand pain and take an active role in their well-being.
- Facilitator: Michaela Block
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Wausau Fire Department Presents: Falls Prevention
Wednesday, June 24th at 1:00-2:00pm
The Landing Fireside Room
Learn how to stay safe and prevent falls with this informative session presented by the Wausau Fire Department. Matt Kozloski will cover common causes of falls, practical prevention strategies, and the impact falls have on individuals and the community. Gain valuable knowledge and resources to help you stay independent and confident in your daily life.
- Facilitator: Matthew Kozloski
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Hospice- Aspirus Health Presents: Hands on End of Life Care
Thursday, July 2nd at 12:00-1:00pm
The Landing Fireside Room
Join Jen Yurish from Aspirus Health for an informative & compassionate presentation focused on providing hands-on care during end of life. This session is designed to support caregivers, family members and anyone wanting to better understand how to offer comfort, dignity, and practical care during this important stage of life.
- Facilitator: Gabbie Theilman
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Elder Care Adult Daycare- Senior Care Navigation Series
Monday, July 6th at 11:00am-12:00pm
The Landing Enrichment Room
If you're considering exploring senior living options, knowing what to look for can make all the difference. Join Zoey from Elder-Well for an informative session designed to help you feel confident and prepared when touring communities. Learn how to spot the details that truly matter and make informed decisions about your future or a loved one's care.
- Facilitator: Zoey Vecellio
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Delores Kessel & Samantha Wimmer Present: Reading for Mental Wellness
Friday, July 10th at 8:30-10:00am
The Landing Fireside Room
The July topic focuses on reading as a tool for mental health. Reading- whether nonfiction for knowledge or fiction for comfort- offers benefits like stress reduction, empathy growth and coping mechanisms for anxiety, depression and grief. It helps us understand universal struggles by showing how others handle difficult situations.
- Facilitator: Delores Kessel & Samantha Wimmer
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Wellness Way: Thyroid Health: Mold Exposure- Understanding the Risk
Monday, July 28th at 11:00am-12:00pm
The Landing Enrichment Room
Join Dr. Chett, a chiropractor with Wellness Way, to explore the hidden health impacts of mold exposure, which can lead to symptoms like fatigue, headaches, respiratory issues, and brain fog. This presentation will cover how mold affects the body, signs of exposure and ways to identify it in your environment. You'll also learn practical, natural strategies to support your health and create a healthier living space, leaving with increased awareness and protective tools.
- Facilitator: Dr. Chett Grunwald
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!
Rennes Group Presents: The Science of Pain
Wednesday, July 29th at 10:00-11:00am
The Landing Fireside Room
Stay one step ahead of scams and learn how to safeguard your personal and financial information in this important presentation led by Rennes Group. This session is designed to help you recognize common fraud tactics and give you the tools to protect yourself and your loved ones.
- Facilitator: Michaela Block
- Members: FREE
- Registration Required - Visit our Member Service Desk & Sign Up!