Genesis Offers Exercise and Nutrition Program for Children and Parents - Genesis HealthCare System - Zanesville, Ohio

Published on August 28, 2014

Genesis Offers Exercise and Nutrition Program for Children and Parents

Zanesville, OH (Aug. 28, 2014) – Genesis Nutrition Education is offering a free program for children and parents on exercise and nutrition. The program, Shaping Futures, is designed for children ages 5 to 11 years old.

 “It’s a fun and interactive program designed to help children and parents learn how to incorporate exercise and a healthy diet into their daily routine,” said Heather Shuster, manager, Genesis Population Health & Wellness. Activities include outdoor games, Zumba® kids exercises and creating veggie creatures. 

The four week sessions are held on Mondays and Thursdays at the Muskingum Recreation Center from 6 to 7 p.m.  The first class starts Monday, Sept. 8. There isn’t any cost to attend, but registration is required. To register or for more information, call Genesis Nutrition Education at (740) 454-4568 or toll free at 866-351-6688.

About Genesis HealthCare System

Genesis is an integrated healthcare delivery system based in Southeastern Ohio. The system includes Genesis Hospital, a not-for-profit hospital in Zanesville; centers of excellence including Respiratory, Women’s & Children’s, Emergency & Trauma, Cancer Services; Neurosciences & Orthopedics; Center of Surgical Excellence; the Heart and Vascular Institute, an extensive network of more than 300 physicians; and multiple outpatient care centers throughout the region. Affiliates of Genesis include Northside Pharmacies, Northside Oxygen & Medical Equipment Company, Genesis Community Ambulance Service, Genesis Children’s Center and more. Better Begins Here.

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