Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island to Host Free ‘Healthy Snacking’ Seminar Event Sept. 15

St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care will co-present a free Healthy Snacking seminar

BREVARD COUNTY • MERRITT ISLAND, FLORIDA – Americans get an average of 24 percent of their calories from snacks, according to The Journal of Nutrition. With snacks providing this much of the day’s calories, choosing healthy options can prevent overeating and improve overall health.

Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island and St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care will co-present a free Healthy Snacking seminar at 2 p.m. this Thursday, September 15.

The event will be held at Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island, located at 535 Crockett Boulevard on Merritt Island.

Solaris Senior Living Dietary Director Jayne Garcia will discuss how healthy snacking can prevent overeating, help keep blood sugar levels steady, and more.

“We’ll learn how snacking wisely can give us much-needed extra energy, help with weight loss, and curb afternoon slumps,” said Garcia.

Solaris Senior Living Merritt Island is a leading assisted living community offering 24/7 nursing services and six levels of care for residents. It is one of 19 healthcare communities operated by Solaris Foundation, Inc., a Florida-based not-for-profit organization.

“St. Francis Reflections is honored to support Solaris Senior Living with this healthy living event,” said Kelli McGuire, CTRS, Business Development Specialist for Skilled Nursing at St. Francis Reflections.

“We are grateful to work with our community partners regarding ways to maximize the quality of life.  At St. Francis, our vision is to compassionately serve our community by empowering people to live life to the fullest.”

“Eating the right snacks aids in having a better mood, increases energy, and helps you focus so you can make the most out of each day,” added McGuire.

Space is limited please RSVP to c.byars@solarisfoundation.org, or call 321-454-2363.

St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care offers a diverse range of compassionate care services including palliative care, hospice and grief support for all ages

For more information about Solaris Senior Living, please call 321-454-2363, or visit SolarisHealthcare.org. For more information about St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care, please call 321-269-4240 or visit ReflectionsLSC.org.

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