• Tai Chi for Balance

    Tai Chi is a slow, gentle, non-strenuous exercise routine that has been proven to improve balance and decrease the risk of falls. Tai Chi is also associated with other health benefits including reducing blood pressure, improving sleep and decreasing stress. 


    Our instructor, Paula Allen, is a certified tai chi instructor who has taught tai chi in a wide variety of settings in the Omaha area for more than 4 years. Paula holds a BA in Occupational Therapy and a Master’s degree in Public Administration.


    Tai Chi for Balance meets Mondays and Thursdays from 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Enter through the west entrance. 


    For more information contact Director of Caring Ministries Vikki O’Hara, M.Div. at vikki.ohara@faithwestwood.com or 402-650-9489.

  • First Aid Staffing at FW Events

    The Health & Wellness ministry provides first aid stations for large church events such as Vacation Bible School, FaithWorks Pantry Thanksgiving Bag distribution, and Live Nativity too.

    If you are a licensed health care professional (MD, RN, LPN, CNA, EMT, paramedic, etc.) or a retired health care professional we would love to discuss volunteer opportunities  in our Health & Wellness Ministry.

    Contact: Director of Caring Ministries Vikki O'Hara at 402-650-9489 or by email at vikki.ohara@faithwestwood.com
  • Blood Pressure Screens

    Note: Plans for blood pressure screenings for 2024 - 2025 are pending. We will update as soon as we have more information.


    On the first Sunday of the month, September - May, nurses with the Health & Wellness Ministry host blood pressure screens before and between worship services. This year, the screenings are performed by students in the Papillion La Vista Health Systems Academy who are completing their training requirements to become licensed certified nursing assistants, or CNAs.


    Stay tuned to the Happenings page or the weekly FaithConnect newsletter for upcoming dates.


    If you are a licensed health care professional (MD, RN, LPN, CNA, EMT, paramedic, etc.) or a retired health care professional, we would love to discuss volunteer opportunities in our Health & Wellness Ministry.


    Contact: Director of Caring Ministries Vikki O'Hara at 402-650-9489 or by email at vikki.ohara@faithwestwood.com