Volunteers sought for elder life program at Griffin Hospital in Derby

DERBY - The Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) at Griffin Hospital is looking for volunteers to provide additional support for elderly patients.

Research shows that between 30 and 50 percent of seniors can experience a decline in their physical and cognitive abilities during a hospital stay.

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence-based, patient care program that provides important connections between volunteers and patients, including mealtime assistance, daily orientation, therapeutic activities, and range of motion exercises, to help patients maintain their optimal level of well-being. HELP volunteers also work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families.

Anyone 18 years and older is eligible to volunteer for HELP. No previous medical experience is required, and training and supervision are provided. 

Volunteers are required to give a minimum six-month commitment of one three-hour shift per week for a total of 150 hrs. The program is most needed on weekdays from 4-7 p.m. Limited day shifts are also available, including Saturdays.

College students looking to enter the medical field are encouraged to apply as this opportunity will provide hands-on patient care experience. College scholarship incentives are also available.

To apply or to find out more information, call 203-732-1553 or visit griffinhealth.org/volunteer.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

TEAM seeks donations for gift baskets for Meals on Wheels clients

 TEAM is located at 30 Elizabeth St., Derby.

TEAM asks donations to fill spring baskets for Meals on Wheels clients

 

Volunteers sought to assist elderly patients at Griffin Hospital in Derby

 

DERBY - The Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) at Griffin Hospital is looking for volunteers to provide additional support for elderly patients.

Research shows that between 30 and 50 percent of seniors can experience a decline in their physical and cognitive abilities during a hospital stay.

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence-based, patient care program that provides important connections between volunteers and patients, including meal time assistance, daily orientation, therapeutic activities, walking and exercise, to help patients maintain their optimal level of well-being. 

HELP volunteers also work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families.

Anyone 18 years and older is eligible to volunteer for HELP. 

No previous medical experience is required, and training and supervision are provided. Volunteers are required to give a minimum six-month commitment of one four-hour shift per week. 

The program is most needed on weekdays from 4-8 p.m. Limited day shifts are also available.

College students looking to enter the medical field are encouraged to apply as this opportunity will provide hands-on patient care experience. College scholarship incentives are also available.

To apply or for more information, call 203-732-1553. 

For more information about volunteering at Griffin Hospital, visit griffinhealth.org/volunteer.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

TEAM seeks gift basket items for Meals on Wheels program clients

It's that time of year! TEAM is beginning to put together holiday gift baskets for our Meals on Wheels clients - 220 of them!

This is something we do each year to give our homebound, older adults a surprise and a smile, and a reminder that their community cares about and values them.

Are you willing to donate any of these items to fill our baskets? Email lmckenzie@teaminc.org.

Donations are due March 15, and we ask that you let us know what you are planning to donate so we minimize any duplication. Thank you

Rochelle, Tong to host elder justice forum at Ansonia Senior Center

 

TEAM asking community for donations of sanitary products for older adults

Dear Friends and neighbors,

I'm sharing TEAM Inc.'s appeal in case you or someone you know can help them reach their goals.

Sincerely,

Did you know that TEAM's Elderly Services Department includes monthly supplies of adult incontinence products for older adults in need?  TEAM is committed to providing quality, accessible services to our senior population that allow them to live comfortably and independently in their own homes. We provide a monthly supplemental supply of adult incontinence products to older adults in our community, free of charge and based on their unique needs. These products are absolute essentials, and give our clients comfort and dignity as they continue to live out their golden years in the communities to which they have given so much. At this time, we are in need of products to sustain our program for over 100 clients (and growing).  If you are able to donate any of the following products, please bring them to our office at 30 Elizabeth St., Derby. We are open Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Pull On Protective Underwear Underpads Feminine Sanitary Pads - Size 5 or 6, Long Adult Incontinence Disposable Washcloth Wipes

Ansonia Police ask public's assistance in locating elderly resident

UPDATE from APD: Missing woman has been located.

Adele Hansen

 

ANSONIA  - The Ansonia Police Department is looking for the public's assistance in locating a missing elderly female. 

Adele Hansen, 80, was last known to be in the area of East Street at about 2:30 p.m. this afternoon, Jan. 9. 

Hansen is a white female, 5 foot 3 inches tall about 110 lbs., with blue eyes and gray hair. She may be wearing glasses. 

Hansen is believed to be operating a blue Chevy Malibu with CT registration 723LCG. Anyone who has seen Hansen or her vehicle is asked to contact the Ansonia Police Department at 203-735-1885.

This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Griffin Hospital in Derby seeks volunteers for elder life program

Griffin Hospital slates training for its Hospital Elder Life Program volunteers./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Hospital Elder Life Program at Griffin Hospital seeks volunteers to provide additional support for elderly patients.

Griffin will host a HELP training session on Fridays, Feb. 17 and 24 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Interested individuals can call 203-732-1553 for more information.

Research shows that between 30 and 50 percent of seniors can experience a decline in their physical and cognitive abilities during a hospital stay. 

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence-based, patient care program that provides important connections between volunteers and patients, including meal time assistance, daily orientation, therapeutic activities, walking and exercise, to help patients maintain their optimal level of well-being.

HELP volunteers also work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families.

Anyone 18 years and older is eligible to volunteer for HELP. No previous medical experience is required, and training and supervision are provided. 

Volunteers are required to give a minimum six-month commitment of one four-hour shift per week. The program is most needed on weekdays from 4-8 p.m. Limited day shifts are also available.

College students looking to enter the medical field are encouraged to apply as this opportunity will provide hands-on patient care experience. College scholarship incentives are also available.

Visit griffinhealth.org/volunteer for more information.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

United Methodist Homes to host webinar on relating to loved ones during holidays

 

Staff accomplishments recognized at Wesley Village in Shelton

Contributed photo 

Lisa Bisson, center, Director of Community Outreach for Wesley Village, was recognized at the recent LeadingAge CT Annual Meeting for completing the year-long Leadership Academy coursework. With her are Elizabeth Bemis, VP of marketing and sales, and UMH President and CEO David M. Lawlor.


SHELTON - Wesley Village and United Methodist Homes announce that President and CEO David M. Lawlor has been appointed Board Chair for LeadingAge CT, a membership organization representing over 130 not-for-profit provider organizations serving older adults and disabled individuals across the continuum of services, including nursing homes, residential care homes, housing for the elderly, life plan communities, adult day services, home health care agencies and assisted living. 

Lawlor has been a member of LeadingAge for 15 years and has been on the Board for the past 5 years.  He has served in the senior care industry for over 27 years, the last 18 at United Methodist Homes.  

Lawlor is committed to a mission-driven approach to leadership, both at United Methodist Homes and LeadingAge CT.  

His focus on positive resident and patient outcomes and high satisfaction are the cornerstone of his approach which aligns well with LeadingAge CT’s values of self-determination, compassion, benevolence, individual dignity, diversity, social responsibility, and promoting volunteerism.

As a Fellow is this transformational leadership experience for emerging leaders in aging services, Lisa Bisson had an opportunity to learn about leadership and best practices in senior living.  

She joins fellow Leadership Academy alumni at Wesley Village, Debra Samorajczyk – Administrator at Bishop Wicke Health and Rehabilitation Center and Lori Pisani – Executive Director at Crosby Commons. 

LeadingAge Connecticut is an association dedicated to advancing the quality of services and care for older adults and chronically ill individuals in the setting of their choice by leading, educating, representing, advocating and servicing its members who are mission-driven, not-for-profit providers representing the continuum.  

It is the local partner of the national LeadingAge organization, an association of 6,000 not for profit organizations dedicated to expanding the world of possibilities for aging by advancing policies, promoting practices and conducting research that supports, enables and empowers people to live fully as they age.

Wesley Village senior living campus at 580 Long Hill Ave. is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization. 

The Wesley Village campus offers assisted and independent living, memory support, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and outpatient therapy and fitness services. 

To learn more, visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org.

This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.

Griffin Hospital in Derby seeks volunteers for elder life program

Griffin Hospital is looking for weekend volunteers for its Hospital Elder Life Program, which provides extra support for elderly patients./ Contributed photo

DERBY- The Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) at Griffin Hospital is looking for volunteers who are available to come in on the weekend to provide additional support for elderly patients.

HELP is designed to offer special services to older adults hospitalized at Griffin. Research shows that between 30 and 50 percent of seniors can experience a decline in their physical and cognitive abilities during a hospital stay.

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence based, patient-care program that provides various volunteer interventions such as meal time assistance, friendly visits, activities, walking and exercise to help patients maintain their optional level of functioning. 

HELP team members work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families.

Training and supervision will be provided. No previous medical experience is required. Volunteers have a choice of working various weekday shifts between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Scholarship incentives are also available for eligible college students.

The next HELP training is scheduled to begin in the fall. 

To learn more about this important program or to become a HELP volunteer, call Laura Murphy, 203-732-7466.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

TEAM Elderly Services in Derby seeks homemakers, volunteers

HELP at Griffin Hospital in Derby is seeking volunteer help

Volunteers sought for program to assist older patients at Griffin Hospital./ Contributed photo

DERBY - The Hospital Elder Life Program at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., is looking for volunteers to provide additional support for elderly patients.

HELP is designed to offer special services to older adults hospitalized at Griffin. Research shows between 30 and 50 percent of seniors can experience a decline in their physical and cognitive abilities during a hospital stay.

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence based, patient-care program that provides various volunteer interventions such as meal time assistance, friendly visits, activities, walking and exercise to help patients maintain their optional level of functioning. 

HELP team members work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families.

Training and supervision will be provided. No previous medical experience is required. Volunteers have a choice of working various weekday shifts between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Scholarship incentives are also available for eligible college students.

The next HELP training is scheduled to begin in the fall. 

To learn more about this important program or to become a HELP volunteer, call Laura Murphy, 203-732-7466.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Ansonia woman, 77, reported missing/ FOUND

Update from Ansonia Police Department sent at 9:17 p.m.:  
Missing person Brinda Lebron has been located safe and well in Stratford. 
Thank you for your assistance.

Brinda Lebron

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department is investigating a missing person case involving Brinda Lebron, a 77-year-old black female with Alzheimer's, who left her home on Farrell Drive sometime today [Friday]. 

Lebron is 5 foot 3 inches tall and weighs 130 pounds and she has black hair and brown eyes. 
It is unknown what clothing she was wearing. Prior to moving to Ansonia Lebron lived in Stratford and has in the past left Ansonia and gone to Stratford. 
If anyone sees Lebron please contact the Ansonia Police Department at 203-735-1885 or your local police department.


This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.

Griffin Hospital in Derby seeks volunteers to help elderly patients

Griffin Hospital is looking for volunteers for its Hospital Elder Life Program. /Contributed photo

DERBY - The Hospital Elder Life Program at Griffin Hospital is looking for volunteers to provide additional support for elderly patients.

HELP is designed to offer special services to older adults while hospitalized at Griffin Hospital. 

Between 30 and 50 percent of seniors can experience a decline in their physical and cognitive abilities during a hospital stay.

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence-based, patient-care program that provides various volunteer interventions such as meal time assistance, friendly visits, activities, walking and exercise to help patients maintain their optional level of functioning. 

HELP team members work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families.

Training and supervision will be provided. No previous medical experience is required. 

Volunteers have a choice of working various weekday shifts between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Scholarship incentives are also available for eligible college students.

The next HELP training is scheduled to begin in the spring. 

To learn more about this exciting program or to become a HELP volunteer, call Laura Murphy, 203-732-7466.

The hospital is at 130 Division St.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Klarides sisters vote to restore funding of Medicare Savings Program

HARTFORD - House Republican Leader Themis Klarides and state Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria joined their colleagues Monday to restore funding to the Medicare Savings Program. 

The program helps more than 100,000 seniors and individuals pay for Medicare co-insurance, deductibles and premiums. 

The MSP plan was approved in the House and Senate by veto-proof majorities. 

“The House sent a strong message today with its overwhelming support for restoring much-needed resources for more than 100,000 elderly and disabled Connecticut residents who rely on Medicare for their health care needs," Klarides said. "The state’s dire fiscal condition has made this year a challenging one when it comes to balancing the budget and setting priorities, and while there will be difficult decisions in the months ahead, today we were able to provide this group of people a bit of the stability they’ll need to budget for their health-care costs heading into the summer.”

Klarides-Ditria said,“I heard from many seniors and individuals with disabilities that heavily depend on the Medicare Savings Program about the importance of restoring the funding for this program. 

“My colleagues and I worked together to find a bipartisan solution to restore the funding this year for MPS. Our mounting fiscal crisis continues to deepen, and as we move forward it is vitally important that we address our fiscal challenges by prioritizing state spending and reforming state government.” 

Among the methods used to restore program funding is a requirement that Gov. Dannel Malloy reduce the number of managers and consultants - a provision included in the adopted budget ignored by the governor. 

Other components include moving human resources-related functions of some state agencies into the state’s Department of Administrative Services, and requiring the governor to find savings in Executive Branch functions while limiting his ability to cut more than 10 percent from any one program.

The 2018 legislative session - a so-called short session - starts Feb. 7 and will see lawmakers focus primarily on issues tied to the state budget. 

This is a press release from Klarides-Ditria's office.

Griffin Hospital in Derby seeks volunteers to support elderly patients

Volunteers needed to aid geriatric patients at Griffin Hospital./ Submitted photo

DERBY - The Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St.,is looking for volunteers to provide extra support for elderly patients.

HELP is designed to offer special services to older adults while hospitalized at Griffin Hospital. Between 30 and 50 percent of all seniors may experience a decline in their physical and mental abilities during a hospital stay. 

HELP is a comprehensive, evidence-based, patient-care program that provides optimal care for older persons in the hospital.

The program also prevents functional decline, falls, and allows older adults to return home at the maximal level of independence by keeping hospitalized older people oriented to their surroundings, meeting their needs for nutrition, fluids, and sleep, and keeping them mobile within the limitations of their physical condition.

HELP team members work in partnership with the doctors and nursing staff to highlight issues specific to geriatric care and to provide education to patients and their families. 
No medical experience is needed to volunteer. Training and supervision is provided. 

There are flexible shifts from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Scholarship incentives are available for eligible college students.

For information, or to volunteer for HELP, call 203-732-7466.


This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Local business to host senior prom at Prospect venue

New England Young at Heart

2017 Senior Prom

(Must be 50 or older)

Wednesday, May 10, 2017 11-3

At Aria Banquet Facility, Prospect, CT

Please RSVP by April 21

^{Dance the Afternoon away with Tony Forto singing DOO WOP & ACAPELLA}

Menu

Appetizers

Salad, Pasta, Your choice of Baked stuffed sole, Chicken Florentine or Vegetable Lasagna, Coffee, Tea and Dessert, Cash Bar

Give Always, Come dressed up or dressed down!

Tickets on sale now $23 per person

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to TEAM, Inc., Derby for Elderly Programs

Contact Elaine Marcucio at 203-8875047 orelaine@neyoungatheart.com to make reservations

Hewitt Foundation donates $70K to TEAM Elderly Services in Derby

Pat Carey, President, Hewitt Foundation Board of Directors, at left, recently presents a check to David Morgan, TEAM President/CEO, to support Elderly Services./  Contributed photo



DERBY - TEAM, Inc. has announced the Hewitt Foundation presented the agency with a $70,000 donation in support of the Elderly Service programs. 

Serving more than 940 Valley seniors, many of whom are elderly and homebound, TEAM’s Elderly Services Department includes Meals on Wheels, Homemaking, Medical Transportation and Volunteer Caregivers. 

Without the daily and weekly contact these services provide, many of these seniors would be isolated and without interaction with the community. 
Meals on Wheels, for example, provides a simple, inexpensive service that can help prevent the need for more costly services, such as hospitalizations and nursing home care. 
TEAM’s staff provides a nutritious well balanced home delivered meal for frail homebound individuals 60 years of age and older, giving priority to those with the greatest economic or social needs and particular attention to low- income, minority individuals. 
Each meal meets nutritional requirements and special dietary needs are considered. 
The Program also provides a wellness check, an opportunity for socialization, nutrition education, nutrition counseling, and access to social services based on the needs of meal participants five days a week.


This is a press release from TEAM, Inc.