Congratulations!The MJCC’s warm water therapy pool program was awarded the City of Portland’s 2008 “Making a Difference Disability” Award in the Community Inclusiveness category which recognizes outstanding contributions that have helped improve the livability of Portland for all people with disabilities.
The Greeks knew it. The Romans knew it. And MJCC's Warm Water Pool Program has
been proving it since 1925: getting into comfortably warm water (94°F) reduces pain naturally.
Plus, the water has
Buoyancy to reduce joint stress and minimize balance problems.
Gentle, variable resistance to develop strength and endurance safely.
Hydrostatic pressure to reduce swelling, and improve heart and lung function as well as help regulate blood pressure.
Whether you're recovering from illness, surgery or injury, or just living with the aches and pains of everyday life, water can help. Please ask your physician if you can benefit from aquatic therapy or exercise. Then come on in . . .
Pool Facts
Size: 20 feet x 40 feet
Depth: 3 feet to 5.5 feet
Temperature: 94° ( + 2°)
Fully accessible
Separate parking lot and entry
Electric door openers
Wheelchairs
Wheelchair accessible showers
Pool-deck dressing cubicles
Electric Pool Lift
Pool Entry Stair with handrails
Certified Lifeguard on duty
Assistance for pool access (Participants must provide own caregivers for personal needs)
Who uses the MJCC Warm Water Pool?
Among those who use our facilities are people with such conditions as:
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
Low-Back Pain
Joint Replacement
Spinal-Cord Injury
Accident or Work-Related Injuries
Stroke (CVA)
Neuro-Muscular Disorders
Cardiac Disease
Water can help relieve many other health-related problems and conditions. If yours is not listed, please consult your physician for advice.
Membership Assistance is available for those who need assistance for MJCC's
membership.
For registration or more information, please contact:
Mittleman Jewish Community Center
6651 SW Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219
Telephone: 503.244.0111
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Proudly serving people of all faiths and backgrounds for nearly 100 years!
