Agewell Program to visit senior centers, Derby Neck Library in December

 

Agewell Program to offer talks on sleep health in September for Valley seniors

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are hosting a series of talks about sleep health and providing free blood pressure screenings for seniors throughout the Valley in September.

Respiratory therapists from the Sleep Wellness Center at Griffin Hospital will present “Healthy Sleep after 50: What You Need to Know,” which will discuss common sleep issues in older adults and effective treatments to help them sleep soundly and wake refreshed. 

Griffin Health caregivers will also be offering free blood pressure screenings and consultations.

The events are scheduled for Sept. 4 from 2-3 p.m. at the Ansonia Senior Center; Sept. 8 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Seymour Senior Center, Sept. 24 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Shelton Senior Center, and Sept. 25 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Derby Neck Library.

These offerings are part of the AgeWell program which is co-sponsored by Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut to increase access to care and prevent disease among the Valley senior community through a series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions each month. 

Periodically, this program provides nutritiously balanced and delicious foods for attendees.

Registration is required to attend the AgeWell events. 

To sign up, contact the location (Ansonia Senior Center: 203-736-5933; Seymour Senior Center: 203- 888-0406 ext. 1; Shelton Senior Center: 203-924-9324; and Derby Neck Library: 203-734-1492).

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin Health, Agency on Aging to host educational talks for seniors in Valley

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are hosting a series of medication safety talks and free blood pressure screenings for seniors throughout the Valley in November.

The events will feature a discussion led by Griffin Health Director of Pharmacy Services Lisa Jaser, Pharm D, of medication safety and how to make smart prescription choices. 

Griffin Health caregivers will also be offering free blood pressure screenings and consultations.

The events are scheduled for Nov. 18 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Seymour Senior Center; Nov. 21 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Derby Neck Library; Nov. 25 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Ansonia Senior Center; and Nov. 27 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Shelton Senior Center.

These offerings are part of the AgeWell program which is co-sponsored by Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut to increase access to care and prevent disease among the Valley senior community through a series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions each month. 

Periodically, this program provides nutritiously balanced and delicious foods for attendees.

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Griffin Health to host fire safety events for Valley seniors in September

DERBY - Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are hosting a series of fire safety events for seniors throughout the Valley in September.

The events will feature a discussion of home fire prevention and safety tips by the area fire department representatives, and the American Red Cross will be scheduling appointments for their Home Fire Preparedness Campaign which offers free smoke alarms with installation. 

Griffin Health caregivers will also be offering free blood pressure screening and consultations. 

The events are scheduled for Sept. 9 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Seymour Senior Center, Sept. 12 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Ansonia Senior Center, Sept. 25 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Shelton Senior Center, and Sept. 26 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Derby Neck Library.

These offerings are part of the AgeWell program which is co-sponsored by Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut to increase access to care and prevent disease among the Valley senior community through a series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions each month. 

Periodically, this program provides nutritiously balanced and delicious foods for attendees.

Registration is required to attend the AgeWell fire safety events. To sign up, contact the location (Ansonia Senior Center: 203-736-5933; Seymour Senior Center: 203-888-0406 ext. 1; Shelton Senior Center: 203-924-9324; and Derby Neck Library: 203-734-1492).

This is a press release from Griffin Health.

Seymour Senior Center Holiday Lunch postponed until Jan. 7

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Senior Center Drive-Thru Holiday Lunch has been postponed until noon Jan. 7. 

All registrations will be honored.

Shared from the Office of the First Selectman Facebook page.

Seymour Senior Center to host event Thursday for veterans

Seymour to start 'Time for Me' caregivers' support group

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Community/Senior Center is launching a program called “Time for Me”- a Caregivers' Support Group for Family Caregivers.

The monthly program focuses on personal renewal of the caregivers to be able to socialize and enjoy the company of other caregivers. Recreational and educational activities will be included at the meetings.

Meetings will be held the first Monday of every month starting Nov. 4, from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Seymour Community Center, 20 Pine St.

The program is open to all Seymour residents and Seymour Senior Center members at no cost. Pre-registration is required. 

To register call 203-888-0406 or visit www.seymourcommunityservices.com.

The theme is "Who Cares for the Caregiver."

This is a press release from the Seymour Senior Center.

Future planning legal options focus of program at Seymour Senior Center

Save the Date: Seymour Lions to host Pizza and Bingo at senior center

Seymour Senior Center to present Veterans Day program

Seymour Senior Center to host preparedness workshop

Seymour Historical Society to host bus tour of town

Seymour center sponsoring day trips this winter

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Senior/Community Center is sponsoring a number of day trips open to the public in January and February. 

Day trips are as follows:

UConn Men’s Basketball  vs. Georgetown, Jan. 23, Hartford XL Center, $35 per person includes ticket and mini-bus transportation.

UConn Women’s Basketball vs. Memphis, Jan. 30, Hartford XL Center, $25 per person includes ticket and mini-bus transportation.

Annual Connecticut Garden and Flower Show at the Hartford Convention Center, Feb.18. Tickets will be purchased at the door at a senior discount price of $14 per person, cash only. Transportation will be provided. Limited space on the mini bus.  

A three-day, two-night trip to Atlantic City Tropicana Hotel and Casino is scheduled for April 13-15. The trip includes transportation, hotel accommodations, food coupons, $30 bet voucher and gratuities. Price is $215 per person double occupancy.

Further information or reservations may be made by contacting the Senior/Community Center at 203-888-0406 Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

This is a press release from Lucy McConologue, Director, Seymour Senior Center.

Seymour Senior Center to host book club

*Sharing information from the Facebook page of the Office of Seymour First Selectman Kurt Miller.

Tax help offered at Seymour Senior Center

*Sharing this information from the Office of the First Selectman's Facebook page.