Healthy Connections
Welcome to Healthy Connections
A vibrant, free 8-week wellness program designed for Near East Side Seniors
Discover delicious food, gentle movement, and creative activities - all while sharing stories and laughs with neighbors who feel like family
Who: Neighbors 60+ who live in 43203, 43205, and 43219
Where: Fran Ryan Community Center
When: Fridays 12-1:30pm (July 24 - September 11)
Cost: Free
Why Join Healthy Connections
As we get older, staying healthy and connected shouldn’t feel like a chore. Healthy Connections brings together the best of our community’s traditions, fresh food, and local friendships to help you feel your best, keep your independence, and have fun doing it.
Fresh Delicious Meals Made Easy
Every week, you’ll receive a free Food Leads Meal Kit with fresh, pre-portioned, locally sourced ingredients. Every recipe is designed to be heart-healthy, diabetic-friendly, and easy to cook.
Fun Cooking & Nutrition Classes
Let’s cook together! Join us for relaxed, judgement-free cooking classes where we share our favorite family traditions, learn new recipes and easy ways to make our favorite comfort foods healthier.
Our Partners
Creative Storytelling & Art
Feed your soul and celebrate our community’s deep roots. We are partnering with the Vincent Walters Urban Farm and Nana Knows to bring you fun, hands-on activities that combine art, storytelling, and gardening that are all about expression and joy.
Gentle Movement
Each session will start with some gentle movement that you can take home to build strength and increase mobility. We will also host optional walks throughout the program.
Bringing the Best of Our Community Together
Healthy Connections is a true community effort! Food Leads is proud to partner with The Vincent Walters Urban Farm and Nana Knows to bring you these unique, creative art and storytelling sessions. We are so grateful to the Fran Ryan Center for opening its doors and hosting our weekly gatherings.
This program is made possible through the generous support and sponsorship of the Franklin County Office on Aging and ADAMH.