Career coach to return to Derby Public Library


DERBY - The CT Works Career Coach will return to the Derby Public Library from
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 20.

During both the morning session, 10 a.m.-noon, and the afternoon session, 1-3 p.m.,
instructors will be offering the class, Using Social Networking in Your Job Search.

Both sessions will explain very useful tools that job seekers need today.

Social Networking has become one of the most popular ways
of landing your next “big” job by creating useful connections online. 
These connections make it easier to look for a job online through your created network.

Classes are free and open to the public.

Registration is requested but walk-ins will be welcomed on a first come, first served
basis.
The CT Works Career Coach is a project of The WorkPlace, Inc. operated 
by Career Resources.  

For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or 


This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Diabetes workshop offered at Griffin Hospital in Derby

DERBY - Individuals diagnosed with diabetes can learn how to take control of the health disorder through a free, six-week diabetes self-management workshop at Griffin Hospital this March.

Part of the Live Well Chronic Disease Self Management program, the workshops will be held on Fridays from 1-3:30 p.m. from March 6-April 10 at the hospital, 130 Division St.


The workshop will focus on several topics for those with diabetes, including what to eat, foot care, low and high blood sugar, sick day guidelines, tips for dealing with stress, and how to set small and achievable goals.

The Connecticut Department on Aging, Connecticut Department of Public Health and Griffin Hospital Community Outreach and Valley Parish Nursing sponsor the program.

To register or for more information, contact Mary Swansiger, 203-732-1137 or at mswansiger@griffinhealth.org.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.