Posture and Pain
Join us as we discuss how poor posture can lead to numerous muscular-skeletal problems, including back pain, neck pain, and joint issues as well as what you an do to improve it.
Tuesday, August 8th, 10:30am
Elmwood Senior Center
1106 New Britain Avenue
West Hartford, CT
Presented by: Robert Schmelzer, exercise physiologist
Sponsored by: Jerome Home
To register, call 860.561.8180
Understanding Tremor Disorders
We will look at how to diagnose potential tremor disorders, options in managing your tremors as well as surgical options available.
Thursday, August 10th, 3:00pm
Duncaster
40 Loeffler Road
Bloomfield, CT
Presented by: Erika Cappelluti MD, PhD, MA, FCCP, ABoIM, ABIHM
Hosted by: Senior Primary Care at Duncaster
To register, call 860.380.5006
Focused Awareness Meditation
Learn how this scientifically based practice can help you to feel more relaxed, focused and calm. Participants are asked to bring a large towel or a small blanket with them for proper positioning in their chair.
Thursday, August 10th, 10:00am
Plainville Senior Center
200 East Street
Plainville, CT
Presented by: Ann Minor, RN-BC, HN-BC, holistic nurse and meditation specialist
Sponsored by: Hartford HealthCare Senior Services
To register, call 860.747.5728
Staying Safe and Independent at Home
Discuss falls and their risk factors, and what you can do to help prevent them to stay safe and independent. Our speaker will cover safety in your home environment, physical changes associated with age, and tips to maintain or improve the present level of independence you enjoy.
Thursday, August 17th, 10:00am
Plainville Senior Center
200 East Street
Plainville, CT
Presented by: Diane Snow, PT
Sponsored by: The Orchards at Southington
To register, call 860.747.5728
Breast Health Basics
What it means to be consistent with your breast health maintenance. A light lunch will be served.
Thursday, August 17th, noon-1:00pm
The Hospital of Central Connecticut- Bradley Campus
81 Meriden Avenue
Southington, CT
Presented by: Tina Rodriguez, Cancer Center outreach educator
To register, call 1.877.424.4641
What are Adult Day Care Centers Really About?
What can they provide? Who can they help?
Monday, August 21st, 10:30am
Meriden Senior Center
22 West Main Street
Meriden, CT
Presented by: Jo-Ann Doner, LPN
Sponsored by: Mulberry Gardens of Southington
To register, call 860.237.0066
Dinner with the Doc: How to Travel Overseas and Have a Safe, Enjoyable and Healthy Trip
Safety during the trip and recommendations for after your return. A light complimentary dinner will be served.
Wednesday, August 23rd, 5:00pm
The Orchards at Southington
34 Hobart Street
Southington, CT
Presented by: David Silver, DO
Sponsored by: The Orchards at Southington
To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Strategies and Resources for Healthy Aging
What do you do when you need some help?
Friday, August 25th, 11:00am
Mansfield Senior Center
303 Maple Road
Mansfield, CT
Presented by: Joseph Zuzel, resource coordinator
Sponsored by: Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging, Windham
To register, call 860.487.9870