Senior Spirit at Ascension Sacred Heart

04/15/2026

Join us this May for our Healthy Living Series featuring Jennifer Duerr, our Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian. Learn practical tips, nutrition strategies, and lifestyle habits to support better health and diabetes management. We look forward to seeing you there! Please call to register!

03/30/2026

Please reach out to India Stutler, WFAHEC, Healthy Aging Education Coordinator at 850-669-0579 for more information about these programs.

03/24/2026

🩺 Join Us for a Free Community Education Class! ❤️

Don’t miss this important opportunity to learn how to stay safe from stroke and better understand your blood pressure medications.

📘 Class Topic:
“Don’t Miss a Dose: Stay Safe From Stroke”
Understanding Blood Pressure Medication & Stroke Awareness

👩‍⚕️ Presented by:
Ascension Sacred Heart Neuro Support/Stroke Navigators
Jessica Gardner, RN • Amanda Gambrill, RN
Madison Gilbert, PharmD • Josie Blasius, PharmD • Hayley Hamilton, PharmD

📍 Location:
Sacred Heart Community Outreach Classroom
5051 Carpenters Creek Drive, Pensacola, FL 32503

🗓 Date: April 10
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

📞 Please call to register: 850-416-7244 or 850-416-6381
SEATS ARE LIMITED. PLEASE REGISTER IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND.

Empower yourself with knowledge that could save a life—maybe even your own. We hope to see you there!

03/24/2026

🌟 Changes Are Coming to Senior Spirit! 🌟

We’re excited to share that Senior Spirit is getting a refresh. While we work behind the scenes to enhance your experience, here’s what you need to know:

🛍️ Gift Bags & Meal Tickets
Senior Spirit gift bags and meal tickets will continue to be provided during inpatient stays, just as always.

📚 Healthy Living Seminars
Our Healthy Living seminars are on pause until May as part of the program update.

📰 Newsletter Update
The Senior Spirit newsletter is also on pause and being refreshed until further notice.

📍 Membership Contacts by County
To make sure you’re connected to the right Senior Spirit team:

Okaloosa, Walton, and surrounding counties
Your membership is with Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast.
Contact: Sharon Abele – sabele@ascension.org

Escambia, Santa Rosa, and surrounding areas
Your membership is with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola.
Contact: 850-416-6547

We appreciate your patience and excitement as we bring new energy to Senior Spirit. More updates are on the way soon! 💙

01/14/2026

Please join us for this informative seminar on January 21, 2026

12/09/2025

https://www.ncoa.org/article/what-you-will-pay-in-out-of-pocket-medicare-costs-in-2026/

When choosing a plan, it’s important to understand what your out-of-pocket costs might look like. Here’s what you should consider before making a decision.

12/04/2025

12/04/2025

We are very sorry for the delay in releasing the December 2025 calendar, but the late holiday put us just a little behind.

11/06/2025

Walking 5–6 hours a week offers significant health benefits, including weight management, reduced risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and type 2 diabetes, stronger bones and muscles, and improved mental health.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF WALKING:
*Weight management: Regular walking can help you maintain a healthy weight and lose body fat.
*Chronic disease prevention: Walking helps prevent or manage conditions like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes.
*Bone and muscle strength: It strengthens your bones and muscles.
*Mental health: Walking can improve your mood and reduce symptoms of depression.
*Immune function: It may boost your immune system, leading to fewer sick days and milder symptoms when you do get sick.
*Sleep quality: Walking can lead to better sleep at night.
*Joint health: It can reduce arthritis-related pain and protect joints from developing conditions like osteoarthritis.
HOW TO GET STARTED:
1. Pace yourself: Aim for a brisk pace where you can still talk but not sing.
2. Listen to your body: If you feel joint pain, stiffness, or other signs of overuse, dial back your distance or take a rest day. Consult a doctor if pain persists.
3. Use proper gear: Wear good shoes and consider using trekking poles to reduce strain, especially on longer walks.
5. Stay consistent: You can spread the 5–6 hours out over the week, such as walking 45-60 minutes, 6 days a week.

11/05/2025

Doctors at Ascension Sacred Heart - Senior Spirit in Pensacola, FL, focus on the primary care needs of older adults.

11/05/2025

Please join us on Wednesday, November 19th 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. CT

Common Urinary Disorders: UTI & Hematuria
Stuart Shippey, III, MD
Urogynecology & Reconstructive Surgery
Ascension Sacred Heart Medical Group

Location: Asbury Place (behind Cokesbury Church)
750 College Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32504
Call 850-416-4570 or email dalonso@ascension.org to register

11/05/2025

Ascension Sacred Heart Senior Spirit Nov/Dec newsletter

Doctors at Ascension Sacred Heart - Senior Spirit in Pensacola, FL, focus on the primary care needs of older adults.