Wellness Centers

While we often say, “Age is Just a Number” there are some numbers that we really need to keep track of – blood pressure and other vital signs, for example.  We know that going to the doctor’s office just to get a blood pressure check can be quite a stressful and exhausting experience for many of our clients, so we have brought the clinic to the client!

Wellness Centers are held at Parkway Gardens and the Elders Lodge where volunteer nurses and nursing students visit with the clients.  Vitals are checked, recorded and safely stored in a secure location until the next time the client visits the center.  Please note that these services are only available to residents of Parkway Gardens and the Elders Lodge.

Clients who attend the Wellness Centers regularly can monitor their own health, and the nurses can be alerted to any changes in readings, or if a client seems unusually depressed or upset.  Our volunteers can also recognize any signs of abuse or neglect and can help the client find the resources they need.

If you’re interested in signing up for our Wellness Services, give us a call at 651-683-2326.

Footcare

Footcare is an essential part of wellness.  We currently offer footcare clinics for residents of Parkway Gardens in Saint Paul.  If you’re interested in a footcare appointment, give us a call at 651-683-2326.

Locations:

Parkway Gardens

1145 Hudson Road
St. Paul, MN 55106

Thursday afternoons from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

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The Elders Lodge

1500 Magnolia Avenue East
St. Paul, MN 55106

Thursday mornings from 9 am to 11 am

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Services currently provided, but not limited to, are:

  • Blood pressure/Oxygen checks
  • Foot care
  • Chronic disease education and management
  • Networking with community resources such as the SNAP food program

Our current programming is offered only to residents of Parkway Gardens and the Elders Lodge  However, community members are invited to attend the Love Grows Here Wellness Center at the First Lutheran Church at 463 Maria Avenue, every Wednesday, where you can expect free foot care, blood pressure checks, health assessments, mental health counseling, healing touch, massage, and Qigong, as well as an excellent free meal.