Prime Time Alive

Created specifically for those age 50 and older, Prime Time Alive is an inexpensive membership program that helps people live and age well. Prime Time Alive helps you or a loved one take an active role in well-being through a variety of educational programs and events that promote that vital balance of physical, financial, emotional and spiritual components in your life.

Membership Benefits

Members in Mary Greeley Medical Center’s Prime Time Alive Program have access to a range of activities, including:

  • Educational Programs: A selection of educational programs on physical, social, intellectual, emotional, financial, and spiritual wellness are available. Free blood pressure screenings are offered 30 minutes prior to most education sessions.
  • Trips: Join your Prime Time Alive friends on day and overnight trips throughout the year. When traveling with Prime Time Alive, remember all the planning and driving is taken care of for you.
  • Social Events: Our holiday gathering and other social events provide great opportunities to meet people.
  • Fitness Discounts: A variety of fitness discounts are available to Prime Time Alive members through Mary Greeley Rehab & Wellness and the Story City Lifetime Fitness Center.
  • Lifeline Discount: Lifeline is a 24-hours personal monitoring system. For Prime Time Alive members, Mary Greeley Medical Center Home Health Services will waive the setup fee for new subscribers or will give one (1) free month to current subscribers. For more information, call 515-239-6730.
  • Massage Therapy - Enjoy a 15% discount on all massage therapy services at Mary Greeley. For more information or make an appointment, call 515-239-6770 in Ames or 515-733-4029 in Story City.
  • Cafeteria Discount: A 10 percent discount on meals served in the cafeteria is given to all Prime Time Alive members. Simply show your Prime Time Alive membership card to the cashier.
  • Burgie's Coffee & Tea Company: Receive a 10% discount on any purchase at Burgie's located at Mary Greeley. All you need to do is show your Prime Time Alive card to receive the discount.

Programs & Events

In an abundance of caution, and following CDC guidance in regards to the COVID-19 situation, we are only holding Prime Time Alive programs virtually for the unforeseeable future.

Recent Program Recordings

Upcoming Programs

View our upcoming virtual programs, select the program you'd like to attend and complete the registration.

  1. Enter your first name, last name, and email address, then click Register at the bottom of the page.
  2. Once you've successfully registered, you'll see a confirmation page and you will receive a confirmation email – you will need this email when it is time to sign in for the program.
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Fall and Balance Screening

Appointment Required: 515-239-2423

Thursday, May 19, 9 a.m. to noon

Schedule an appointment to have a fall and balance screening to help identify your risks for fall. Physical therapy staff will perform an assessment that will take you through stations to test your leg strength, balance, and mobility using standardized tests. The assessment should take 15 minutes. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that will allow easy movement.

Join Today

To join Prime Time Alive, complete the online registration. Once you have clicked the 'Join' button below, you will be taken to a new page where billing information can be entered.

Membership runs from July 1 to June 30 of every year. Renewal notices are mailed in June.

You may also fill out the enrollment form [PDF] and return it with your $15 membership fee, or call us at 515-239-2423 in Ames or 800-303-9574 from anywhere in Iowa.

Let's Connect

Learn more about Mary Greeley Medical Center Senior Health Services. Call us at 515-239-2423 in Ames or 800-303-9574 from anywhere in Iowa.

Stay Healthy as You Age

You can take steps now to eat better and manage chronic conditions, including diabetes. Learn more about the types of diabetes, and find guidelines for creating a healthy eating plan. The Mary Greeley Medical Center Diabetes & Nutrition Education Center offers specially trained staff that can help you make better choices. Request an appointment, or contact the center at 515-956-2880.