Revitalizing Senior Wellness: Celebrating 50 Years of Medically Supervised Exercise with WFU’s HELPS Program

For seniors seeking to incorporate fitness into their lives, Wake Forest University’s Healthy Exercise and Lifestyle Program (HELPS) offers a medically supervised exercise initiative. Celebrating 50 years of combating chronic diseases through movement, HELPS has evolved from cardiac rehab into a comprehensive, 20,000 square foot facility. Director Kristy Wood emphasizes a holistic approach to well-being, integrating exercise, nutrition, and social wellness. The program provides tailored exercise prescriptions and accepts insurance, making it accessible to all. HELPS operates Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and evenings. More information can be obtained by calling 336-758-5853 or emailing Kristy at lievk20@wfu.edu.