Raising the Bar: Adrienne Ione

Among the many ways Adrienne Ione, our June 2019 Trainer of the Month award winner is raising the bar, one that stands out is that she takes it “outside of the box.” Her business, Silver Linings Integrative Health in Tacoma, Washington, promotes physical activity in her community for seniors, all done outdoors, with a focus on the benefits of nature on physical health. She is a partner with the National Institute for Health on Aging, and a volunteer for many organizations including the YMCA, Rainbow Center, Alzheimer’s Association, and Catherine Place. Her commitment to empowering and motivating seniors to recognize and appreciate their strengths and contributions drives her to raise the bar, not only for the industry, but for the quality of life of each and every person she passionately works with.

Here is a look at how Adrienne is raising the bar…

What inspired you to start your business?

In 2004, while volunteer teaching at the downtown YMCA, a gal in a water aerobics class inquired about psychological services geared toward people in their 70s. I found very few resources, and this motivated me to combine my educational and professional background to meet this community need.

What is one hard lesson you’ve learned in business you believe has been most valuable?

I have been very fortunate since I started this small business adventure - garnering much support and mentoring along the way.

If I asked one of your clients why they choose you over other trainers, what would they likely say?

Adrienne is an excellent teacher and a creative and patient advisor. She is the consummate professional. I have learned so much about nutrition, exercise, and the psychology of good health. And she offers all of this outside.

Name one or two ways you are trying to raise the bar in the industry.

By placing people at the center of their living experiences and encouraging them to trust themselves on their journey toward making connections among their thoughts, body and emotions. I am also publishing research on study findings of the effects of nature on physical and mental health.

Certifications/qualifications:

Master of Arts, University of Washington Tacoma
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, University of Washington Tacoma
Associate of Applied Sciences in Psychology & Exercise Physiology (Honors), Miramar College, San Diego
Step It Up: Increasing the City’s Walkability
Dementia & Diversity in Primary Care, Stanford University School of Medicine
Dementia-Related Behaviors & Advanced Care
Mind-Body Approaches to Wellbeing
Dementia-Related Behaviors & Basic Care
Senior Group Exercise Instructor
Senior Personal Trainer
Science of Happiness, UC Berkeley

Business Name: Silver Linings Integrative Health
Website: www.yes2aging.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/silverliningsintegrativehealth
Guided Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/adrienneione
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoo8JAZ25OYO7WqDVTfyVOg:
Year started in business: 2012

Recognition & awards: