Owatonna Community Education

Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer great relief, with no side effects, from symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, bloating, headaches, irritability, nausea, insomnia, anxiety, and even weight gain. Learn which points balance hormone levels naturally. Discover breathing techniques, nutritional musts, and much more. Acupressure is a wonderful self-help tool to help you feel your best!

Are you interested in becoming a foster parent for children? MN Prairie County Alliance is offering a free informational session regarding child foster care and the child foster care licensing process. Interested applicants who live in Steele, Dodge, or Waseca County will learn about what to expect when becoming a foster parent and be guided step-by-step as you get your child foster care license. There is a virtual and an in-person session offered for this information.

In the past you probably could drop weight by cutting back on calories or exercising a bit more. But then suddenly the scale stops moving, and you just can't seem to shed the pounds. The good news is, you could lose up to 20 pounds in a year, without eating less. By learning how to rev up your metabolism, you could burn more calories every day, lose fat, boost energy, feel stronger and look more fit. In this class, you will learn 20 simple things you can do every day to boost your metabolism.

Ever had a day where you can't stop eating? Do you crave starches, snacks, and sweets? Do you find the more you eat, the more you want to eat? In this workshop, we will discuss a two-week plan that will stop your cravings, help you lose weight, and help keep your insulin levels balanced. Overcoming carb cravings is not a matter of willpower but a matter of biology. Learn how you can stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain.

Understanding Medicare can often feel complicated and confusing. It often does not cover all medical costs either. This class will help you understand Medicare parts A, B, C, and D. We will also review how Medicare supplement plans or part C (Advantage plans) can help with those costs. There will be time at the end of class to ask questions. This class is strictly educational and focuses on getting you the information you need to move froward confidently with Medicare!