Avera Sacred Heart Wellness Center

12/11/2025

It's Wellness Willie's 67 Christmas Countdown deal. Commit to 6-months of feeling stronger, and we'll wrap up your 7th month for FREE. This is your sign to start NOW and finish the year feeling amazing! Like, Share and Comment for a chance to win another FREE month!

12/05/2025

Looking for a quick no-bake option for your holiday cookie exchange? These cookie balls offer a chocolatey fix with just a hint of peppermint. Find the recipe at https://bit.ly/3KuCMT1.

This no-bake recipe uses just a handful of ingredients. Peppermint Oreo cookie balls are an easy and festive treat—perfect for the holidays.

12/05/2025

It's Day 5 of our 12 Days of Health Holidays and today we're offering some spirited suggestions for how to save on your holiday decorations. 🎄 Grab your cocoa and take a gleeful glance at the ways you can maximize your budget. ☕

12/05/2025

Thank you so much to all of our Festival of Lights Parade walkers! What a fun event. We appreciate you! Merry Christmas everyone!

12/05/2025

The holidays can often be a struggle for those who have recently lost a loved one. Tune into KELOLAND News on Saturday at 9 a.m. to learn about coping with grief over the holidays during "Inside Keloland" featuring Avera Hospice Chaplain, Kari Sansgaard and Avera Bereavement Coordinator, Kirstin Westra.

12/05/2025

12/04/2025

We're very excited to expand the presence and involvement of Coach Rozy Performance powered by Avera Sports at Mount Marty University - and the benefits that will have for the whole community!

12/04/2025

Caren Brown is gaining new energy after a faulty tricuspid valve caused everyday activities to feel exhausting. As the first person in the region to undergo a new minimally invasive valve replacement, she's breathing easier and getting back to her regular tasks. Learn how this innovative procedure is helping patients regain their quality of life in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/4pS4gRD.

12/04/2025

The teen years can bring big changes to your household, but they also create new opportunities to grow closer with your child. Honest conversations, realistic expectations and limited screen time can strengthen your connection. Trisha Justice, an Avera pediatrician, shares tips to help you build trust and mutual respect at https://bit.ly/3XuHWBt.

12/03/2025

Our 12 Days of Healthy Holidays continue with Day 4: Plan for a Peaceful Season. ☃️ With the hustle and bustle of the season, planning ahead can keep your days cheerful and your mood jolly. Take a moment and learn how to prepare for a stress-free season.

12/02/2025

Navigating all the "firsts" of parenthood can feel like a guessing game, especially when rashes appear. One of those can be molluscum, which can look alarming but is usually more irritating than serious. Dr. Shari Eich, an Avera pediatrician, breaks down what parents should know, when to worry and why most cases aren't cause for concern at https://bit.ly/3Y3bvdn.

11/29/2025

It's Day 3 of our 12 Days of Healthy Holidays! 💵 Trying to save a few bucks at the grocery store? Or maybe you'd like to save a few bucks after splurging on your Thanksgiving feast. Today, we're sharing tips to make the most of your food budget and some ways you can give those leftovers a second life.

11/28/2025

A life-changing moment in high school set Brittany Walz on her path to Avera. After her dad was critically injured in a helicopter crash, she witnessed first-hand the teams that worked tirelessly to save his life and vowed to give back. Today, she's a physical therapy technician working toward a nursing degree and an organ donor. Learn how her family's experience shaped her calling to health care at https://bit.ly/4pA9iC5.

11/28/2025

For Jerry Stieneke, a recurrence of head and neck cancer meant facing some difficult decisions. A cutting-edge clinical trial is helping him make remarkable progress in his cancer journey. Learn how this collaborative approach is improving results for patients in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/3KkreSd.

11/27/2025

On this day of gratitude, we give thanks for the patients who need us, the families who trust us and the communities who support us. We wish you a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving.

11/26/2025

It's Day 2 of our 12 Days of Healthy Holidays! 🍂 Today, let's take a moment to show our gratitude in this season of thanks. It can have incredible benefits on our health, including better sleep, less stress and less chronic pain!

11/25/2025

DONATION DROP SPOT: We want to help those in need. Help us collect as many pounds as possible through 12/18 to provide to the Contact Center and Pathways Shelter. The requested items are listed below. Thank you for giving this holiday season!

11/24/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Emily Kolker (pictured below) and her mom Maria Kolker have been members for 12 years. They enjoy working out together and getting the blood pumping. We love how you spend your time together doing something healthy!

11/19/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Roger Renner has been a member for 30+ years. He enjoys the woodway treadmill and using the balcony for stretching, balance and yoga. He's been working with physical therapy on his walking gait and practices what he's learned in the Wellness Center. He says he's seen significant improvements. Congratulations Roger!

11/17/2025

FREE PROGRAM: Prizes for weight loss, workouts and achieving challenges! This one is for everyone. Now through Nov 24th is the initial weigh-in! Stop in today.

11/16/2025

SUGAR, HOW SWEET IT'S NOT: November 18th, 12-12:30pm join Registered Dietitian, Sarah Buckman for a presentation on how sugar affects your health, where it sneaks into your food, artificial sweeteners and more. Pavilion Conference Room 3 ~ Members Only.

11/14/2025

IT'S ALMOST TIME! WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION COMING ON MONDAY. GET A HEAD START ON YOUR 2026 GOALS!

11/13/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Kurt Johnson has been a member for 6-months and says exercise is helping him manage his Parkinson's disease. Without the Wellness Center he wouldn't be able to move. His "team" has inspired him to keep moving and he says it's the best thing in the world to manage your health. Kurt says, "Never give up, no matter what your fighting or dealing with!"

11/11/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Jim Larson has been a member for 5 years and enjoys his early morning weight lifting workouts while he watches the sunrise and socializes with other members. Jim is also a US Navy Veteran. Thank you for your service Jim!