ASPIRE Wellness Philosophy

Today, individuals are living longer—and healthier—lives! Researchers agree that maintaining a healthy lifestyle will continue to reap benefits as we age. Aging well means staying active, but also involves living out your values, exploring meaningful pursuits, staying curious, cultivating new knowledge and skills, and deepening connections with family, friends and community. At Lutheran SeniorLife, we believe that a long life is a gift that offers opportunities for growth of mind, body and spirit. Our newest initiative at Passavant Community does just that. ASPIRE Wellness offers a holistic approach to healthy living through six universal Wellness Dimensions that can help you achieve balance and meaning in your life.

About the Program

We know that being healthy is more than just being physically fit. It’s pursuing our passions, satisfying our curiosity and staying connected and meaningfully engaged. That’s why we created ASPIRE Wellness, a multi-dimensional approach to whole-person wellness that will leave you invigorated, inspired, and joyful. Our goal is to help you unleash your inner strength to achieve your best life, every day.

ASPIRE Wellness offers:

  • Holistic approach to wellness for mind, body and spirit
  • Wide-ranging programs for varied interests and abilities
  • Skilled instructors to help you achieve your goals
  • Modern equipment, facilities and technology to enhance health and safety
  • Rotating 8-week sessions to keep programs fresh and relevant
  • Ongoing health assessments to keep you on track
  • Themed sessions and special events to promote community participation
  • Personal training options to help customize your results

ASPIRE Wellness Annual
Membership Benefits

ASPIRE Wellness is available to those who live at Passavant Community—our Residents—as well as to members of the general public—referred to as Community Members. All residents receive a FREE annual membership. Community memberships are $150 annually or members can pay-as-you go for individual events or program.

Benefits Passavant Residents Community Members
Fitness Center Membership No Cost 50% off (ask if your insurance covers this for free)
Priority Registration for All Sessions and One-Day Activities YES N/A
Exclusive Resident-Only Opportunities YES N/A
ASPIRE Wellness Classes, Events, Lectures Unlimited 3
Additional ASPIRE Class Discount N/A 25%
Invitation to Special Events YES YES
Quarterly Wellness Assessment YES YES
Quarterly Personalized Wellness Plan YES YES
Be Well Loyalty Card Eligible YES YES
1 Daily Free Drink at the Bistro YES YES

Dimensions of Wellness

While everyone’s wellness story is different, we’ve identified and integrated six universal dimensions that can enrich your overall health and wellbeing. These dimensions are the foundation of our ASPIRE Wellness program.

Active

Staying active enables you to be as healthy as possible, regardless of your starting point and fitness experience. Active wellness is more than regular exercise. It involves balancing nutritional practices and paying attention to body signals as well.

Intellectual

Intellectual wellness affords opportunities to satisfy your curiosity and to learn and grow across a broad and challenging spectrum of knowledge and skills. It involves your ability to value many experiences, stay stimulated with new ideas, and share you own perspectives throughout your life.

Spiritual

As spiritual beings, we are encouraged to express and grow in our chosen faith. Spiritual wellness involves a process of looking within and exploring your values and beliefs to discover a source of strength and serenity.

Relational

Relational wellness provides opportunities for social engagement and fun, as well as for developing deep and meaningful relationships. It entails building close friendships, practicing empathy, and caring for others. It is what ties you to the community.

Purposeful

Being purposeful is about meaningful engagement and finding opportunities to contribute to the community or society. It is often a fit between who you are called to be and what you are called to do.

Expressive

Expressive wellness is about understanding that we are imaginative beings who are always in the process of creating something. It means being connected to yourself and finding ways to express who you are.

Testimonials

“What I like about volunteering in the Gift Shop is that it challenges me intellectually to work the cash register. It keeps me alert to manage the finances and ensure that the balance is correct at the end of the day.”

– Celia Taylor, Passavant Community Resident

“As a Personal Trainer for several years, I have seen firsthand how much my clients can improve their overall health and well-being through exercise.  I have seen impressive increases in strength, such as a resident reaching a goal of performing a 900 pound leg press.”

– Chad Ifft, Exercise Specialist II

What’s Happening

ASPIRE Wellness – Next Session

We are already half way through the first session of ASPIRE Wellness! We hope all is going well. The next session will start the week of August 9. Registration will begin July 26. New catalog to come!

Have questions? Contact us at 724-452-3666.

Wellness Tips of the Week

Tips to Enhance Intellectual Wellness:

Try reading more! Reading is an excellent leisure activity that improves your intellectual wellness. Although, it may seem challenging to find time in the midst of a busy life, there are many ways to cultivate this habit.

  • Set aside 30 minutes a day to read. You will be surprised by the powerful impact it will have.
  • Can’t find 30 consecutive minutes, don’t sweat it. Try reading while you’re eating breakfast or on a break from your household chores.
  • Instead of watching the news in the evening, read about it.
  • If you are a movie buff, read the book before watching the movie. Just make sure it is something you find interesting and your brain will thank you.

Program Materials

Catalog

Class Evaluation Form

Class Registration Form

Membership Registration Form

Personal Assessment Form

Personal Wellness Plan

Program Interest Form

Quarterly Wellness Assessment Form

ASPIRE Wellness Contact Information

Brian Damaska
ASPIRE Wellness Manager
aspirewellness@lutheranseniorlife.org
724-452-3666

Passavant Community
General Information
Reception Desk
724-452-5400

Unleash Your Inner Strength

ASPIRE Wellness is a holistic approach that enriches all aspects of your wellbeing. Learn more about how this program keeps you healthy, inspired and engaged.