Discover a Healthier You with Nurse Alice and the L.A. Soul Steppers

Priscilla Orpinela-Segura | AARP and the L.A. Soul Steppers Walking Group are working with nationally recognized health professional Nurse Alice Benjamin to present The Healthy Living Series—a collection of one-hour workshops designed to support your health and wellness as you age. Each session offers practical tips, engaging discussions, and expert guidance to help you take charge of your health.

Nurse Alice will lead the conversations and answer your most pressing health questions in real time.

UPCOMING EVENTS

All events begin at 10 a.m. and will take place on Zoom. Spots are limited—reserve yours today!

New Year, New You: Healthy Habits At Any Age | January 27 | REGISTER HERE.
Healthy habits are powerful at every stage of life, and it’s never too late to reset, rebuild, and feel better. Learn how small, realistic changes to nutrition, physical activity, and sleep can create meaningful improvements in energy, mood, and overall health.

Love Your Heart: The Latest on Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, and Heart Health | February 24 | REGISTER HERE
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death, but many of its risks are preventable. Understand what your numbers mean, why blood pressure and cholesterol matter, and how everyday choices can change long-term outcomes.

Gut Check: Colon Cancer Prevention and the Power of Nutrition | March 24 | REGISTER HERE
Colon cancer is highly preventable when caught early, and nutrition plays a critical role in lowering risk. Learn when to start screening, how fiber and diet impact digestive health, and what symptoms shouldn’t be ignored.

Pills, Prescriptions, and Prepared Questions for Your Doctor’s Visit | April 28 | REGISTER HERE
Medication safety becomes more complex with age, especially when juggling multiple prescriptions, supplements, or chronic conditions. Learn how to avoid dangerous drug interactions, evaluate over-the-counter products, and ask the right questions during medical visits.

Healthy Aging: Mind, Memory, and Meaning | May 26 | REGISTER HERE
Brain health is about more than memory—it’s about maintaining purpose, connection, and emotional well-being. Explore how mental health, sleep, social engagement, and lifestyle habits influence cognitive aging.

Stronger, Longer: Men’s Health Essentials After 50 | June 23 | REGISTER HERE
Men’s health needs change over time, especially when it comes to cardiovascular risk, prostate health, and hormones. Learn what screenings to prioritize, how lifestyle factors impact testosterone and sexual health, and when to discuss changes with your healthcare provider.

Hot Weather, Cool Health: Staying Safe and Strong in the Summer | July 28 | REGISTER HERE
Heat, dehydration, and travel can create unexpected health risks as we age. Learn how to prevent heat-related illness, protect your skin, and recognize early signs of dehydration or heat exhaustion.

Shots, Shingles, and Staying Well: What Adults Need to Know About Vaccines | August 25 | REGISTER HERE
Vaccines remain one of the most effective ways to prevent serious illness, especially later in life. Learn which vaccines matter most, how to stay up to date, and how protection works for flu, COVID, shingles, pneumonia, and RSV.

Prostate Health and Healthy Aging: What Every Man (and Woman) Should Know | September 22 | REGISTER HERE
Prostate cancer affects millions of families, and early detection can save lives. Learn the facts about PSA testing, treatment options, and what symptoms warrant follow-up.
 
Women’s Health Matters: Breast Cancer and Beyond | October 27 | REGISTER HERE
Women’s health needs evolve with age, and prevention plays a key role. Learn the latest recommendations for breast cancer screening, hormone health, and lifestyle choices that reduce risk.
 
Fuel Your Life: The Power of Nutrition for Energy, Weight, and Blood Sugar Balance | November 24 | REGISTER HERE
Food is fuel, and the right choices can transform energy, mood, and metabolic health. Learn how protein, fiber, and balanced meals support weight management and stable blood sugar.

Holiday Health: Beating Stress, Staying Balanced, and Finding Joy | December 22 | REGISTER HERE
The holiday season is joyful but often stressful, emotionally loaded, and physically demanding. Learn how stress, sleep, finances, and food choices affect overall well-being this time of year.

PAST EVENTS:

Move More, Age Stronger | July 22 | READ MORE



Managing Blood Pressure with Confidence | August 26 | READ MORE



Protecting Your Senses as You Age | September 23 | READ MORE



Ageless Glow: Skin and Hair Tips that Work | October 28 | READ MORE



Grief and Growth: Caring for Your Whole Self | December 16 | READ MORE

ABOUT NURSE ALICE
With over 25 years of healthcare experience, Nurse Alice is an accomplished family nurse practitioner and clinical nurse specialist whose expertise spans from critical care and emergency medicine to cardiology and community health.

In addition to her clinical work, Nurse Alice is a respected educator, media health contributor, and public speaker who has collaborated with organizations such as the American Heart Association, AARP, and NBC News.