SilverSneakers spotlights seniors who inspire
others through healthy living, physical activity and
community involvement
NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 13, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- SilverSneakers® by Tivity
Health®, the nation's leading fitness program designed
for older adults, is excited to announce the opening of nominations
for the 20th annual SilverSneakers Member of the Year Awards. This
prestigious national honor recognizes SilverSneakers members who
embody the program's mission of inspiring others to lead healthy,
active lives through their own extraordinary commitments to
wellbeing.
"These award winners serve as powerful
reminders that age is no barrier to living life to the
fullest!"
"Over the past 20 years, the SilverSneakers Member of the Year
Awards have shone a spotlight on the incredible resilience and
determination of our members," said Hill Ferguson, CEO of Tivity
Health. "These award winners serve as powerful reminders that age
is no barrier to achieving your best self and living life to the
fullest. We can't wait to celebrate the inspiring stories of our
2024 nominees."
Meet the 2023 Silver Sneakers Member of the Year:
Rita Yetsko
Encouraged by
family and friends to stay active, Rita
Yetsko is a shining example of the transformative power of
SilverSneakers. The 83-year-old dances her way to fitness at the
Groove Fitness Studio in Altoona,
Penn., inspiring everyone around her with her energy and
enthusiasm. "The best health tip I can share is to get involved
with something and stay active," said Rita. "If I can do it, anyone
can!"
Nominate an Inspiring Senior Today!
SilverSneakers is
proud to open nominations for the 2024 Member of the Year Awards
from May 13-24 at
Silversneakers.com/MOYAward. The top 10 most inspiring stories will
be showcased on the website for online voting, giving everyone the
chance to support their favorite nominees. The national award
recipient will be selected June
17-28, and the winner will be revealed on July 22.
About SilverSneakers
SilverSneakers®, by
Tivity Health®, is the nation's leading community
fitness program for Medicare eligible Americans. The program is
available to more than 19 million Americans through many Medicare
Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement carriers, and group retiree
plans. Eligible members can access thousands of fitness locations
nationwide as well as virtual live-with-instructor classes,
SilverSneakers Live, and Flex Community classes. To check
eligibility, enroll in the program, or sign up for a SilverSneakers
newsletter, visit www.silversneakers.com.
About Tivity Health
Tivity Health® Inc. is
a leading provider of healthy life-changing solutions, including
SilverSneakers®, Prime® Fitness and
WholeHealth Living®. We help adults improve their health
and support them on life's journey by providing access to in-person
and virtual physical activity, social, and mental enrichment
programs, as well as a full suite of physical medicine and
integrative health services. We continue to enhance the way we
direct members along their journey to better health by delivering
an insights-driven, personalized, interactive experience. Our suite
of services supports health plans nationwide as they seek to reduce
costs and improve health outcomes. At Tivity Health, we deliver the
resources members need to live healthier, happier, more connected
lives. Learn more at www.tivityhealth.com.
Media Contact:
Debbie
Jacobson
630-212-2470
debbie.jacobson@tivityhealth.com
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