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 Hospital in Derby to host Q&A Tuesday with pharmacists

Griffin Hospital will host a free Q&A with pharmacists March 10./Contributed photo

DERBY - The Diabetes Education & Support Group at Griffin Hospital will host a free Q&A with pharmacists at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the hospital.

Griffin Health Director of Pharmacy Services Lisa Jaser, Pharm D, will lead a casual Q & A session on any and all medication questions. 

Medication errors injure hundreds of thousands of people every year in the United States. However, most medication errors can be prevented by open communication between the pharmacist and patient, as well as the patient’s caregivers. 
Participants are encouraged to bring their medications, and ask questions about what it is supposed to do, how to take or use the medication, what to do if a dose is missed, and what activities, foods and other medications should be avoided while taking the medication.

No registration is required. 
For more information, call Mary Swansiger, 203-732-1137.

The Diabetes Education & Support Group meets September-June on the second Tuesday of each month to discuss the management of diabetes, challenges, and day-to-day dietary concerns. Individuals with diabetes and their caregivers are welcome to attend. 
The support group is part of Griffin’s ongoing effort to transform healthcare by not only treating illness, but also helping people stay healthy. 
Griffin actively empowers individuals to play an active role in their health and wellbeing by providing them with information, tools and support to prevent, or proactively manage chronic diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, depression, and stress.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.

Program at Derby Public Library to focus on medication safety for kids

DERBY - The public is invited to join Derby Public Library children's room staff in welcoming back Griffin Hospital for a presentation on medication safety around children. 

The talk will be held at 10 a.m. June 30. The library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

Information will be presented on over-the-counter medications, look-alike meds, and candy as well as proper storage.  

Children ages birth to 11 and parents/caregivers of those in that age group are all welcome to attend.

The program is funded by Safe Kids Worldwide.

This information is shared from the library's website.