Senior Health Services
Due to COVID-19, a number of our classes and educational programs are temporarily on hold or are being offered in a new format. Call us for updates.
To join an online Medicare Information Session, visit Online Medicare Information Sessions below.
Helping Seniors 60 and Older Look Better and Feel Better
University Health makes it easier for adults 60 and older to get healthy with our PlatinumU senior health program. We focus on promoting healthy and active living through a wide range of health-related services just for you, your family members, friends and caregivers.
Through a variety of programs, our goal is to support and improve the social, physical, emotional and educational well-being of seniors. Senior health services include interesting programs to keep our residents engaged. You can participate in our nutrition, exercise and diabetes management educational programs. Our patients benefit from our medication management information and so much more. We’re here to educate, guide and support you in your journey toward a healthier, happier you.
Membership in our PlatinumU Program is free. Enroll online or call to become a PlatinumU member.
When you become a member, you immediately have access to a number of benefits. Our PlatinumU Program is just one of many health support services and advantages that we provide through our comprehensive services to seniors within our community.
Membership in our PlatinumU Program provides:
- Notification of upcoming educational classes and events
- Access to our “Ask the Expert” group presentations
- Free low-impact arthritis exercise classes
- Free cooking classes
- Free meditation classes
- Free Tai Chi classes
- $6 monthly fee for access to our fitness center
- Birthday recognition
- Valuable information about community resources, such as transportation, meals and social services
Keep in mind, you don’t have to be a PlatinumU member to access our senior health services. Membership allows you to take part in a number of activities at little to no cost. All seniors can access our events, educational programs and community resources.
For more information about our educational programs, listed below, call 210-358-7477 or email us at Senior.Services@uhs-sa.com.
We provide sessions to help you learn about the basics of Medicare, including services and enrollment. Our Medicare presentations give you a great opportunity to learn more about Medicare Advantage Plans as well as traditional insurance plans. This information is very helpful to senior citizens who want to understand the details of their plans and of future plans they may choose.
During Medicare open enrollment, we are offering live, online presentations in English and Spanish to help you understand the different parts of Medicare. English sessions are every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Spanish sessions are every Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
Joining a Live Info Session Is Easy:
- Click the appropriate button below or use the information provided to call in.
- All you need is a computer or smart phone with internet access.
- You can join a live session up to 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- For questions or help connecting, call us at 210-358-7477.