The Japanese American Service Committee seeks to provide relevant and meaningful programs to help ensure the well-being of its aging core population. Programs and services are either offered free of charge or at a nominal fee.   Health screenings are held twice a year for all ages 18 and over. Blood pressure, blood screening tests, and advice on nutrition and other health- and fitness-related topics are offered. Osteoporosis screening is offered periodically. A doctor is on hand to offer further consultation and advice.   The Basic Screening is a blood chemistry test that will screen for diabetes; cholesterol; liver function; kidney function; electrolytes, including potassium and calcium; iron; and blood counts. This test typically costs $100-$200 when performed in a doctor's office. In addition, general health information will be available on cancer, mammograms, and cardiovascular conditions.   In addition to the Basic Screening test, the following tests are also offered.   Type of Test JASC Members Cost Non-Members Cost Basic Screening $55 $110 Prostatic Specific Antigen (Prostate Cancer) $25 $50 Heliocobactor Pylori-IgG (Stomach Bacteria) $35 $60 Glycohemoglobin (Diabetes) $20 $35 Bone Density Scan (Available Only In Fall) $25 $50 Ca 125 (Ovarian Cancer) $75 $125   How do I make an appointment? Simply call the JASC at 773.275.0097 and either extension 226 for Kay or 229 for Sharon. If you are diabetic, please let us know, and we will try to give you the earliest possible appointment.   Free flu and pneumonia shots, for those aged 60 and older, are given under the auspices of the Chicago Department on Aging and the Chicago Department of Public Health. The program is held at the JASC in the late fall of each year. Please bring your Medicare or Social Security card with you.   The Golden Diners program, offered with the Chicago Department on Aging, serves healthful, low-cost lunches every Monday through Friday throughout the year to seniors.   Educational workshops are periodically presented on such topics as Medicare and other health insurance, financial and estate planning, and long-term care.   Driver's education courses Driver Safty Course - Developed by the American Association of Retired Persons to review defensive driving, by completing the two-session course you will earn a certificate which may be used for a reduction in your car insurance. For all attendees there is a $10 charge that goes to directly to AARP. Rules of the Road - This free, two hour course is intended to help new drivers acquire their Illinois driver's licensed and to help current license holders with their exams. Anyone who is eligible to hold a driver's license may attend. These courses are given in both English-language and Japanese-language sessions.   Tai Chi classes are like a daily vacation from the stresses of life. This peaceful exercise, often called meditation in motion, offers benefits for health, flexibility and peace of mind. The movements can be learned by people of all ages and physical conditions. Tai Chi teaches us to appreciate our bodies and minds and to expand their abilities.   To check dates of upcoming wellness programs, go to the calendar. For additional information, e-mail or call 773.275.0097.