Friday, September 30, 2011

Stratford Senior Health & Wellness Fair

 Don't miss this years
Senior Health & Wellness Fair
at the Stratford Baldwin Center
1000 West Broad Street, Stratford
Thursday October 6
10:00 am- 2:00 pm
Hosted by Senator Kevin Kelly
Representative Laura Hoydick
Representative Larry Miller
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Vermont Fall Foliage Reports

"Foliage is nearing peak color on the mountainsides of the Northeast Kingdom and at higher elevations down the spine of the Green Mountains. Read More.
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Senior Nutrition The joy of eating well and aging well

The joy of eating well and aging well

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Nutrition for Seniors
Food for thought: Think healthy eating is all about dieting and sacrifice? Think again. Eating well is a lifestyle that embraces colorful food, creativity in the kitchen, and eating with friends.
For seniors, the benefits of healthy eating include increased mental acuteness, resistance to illness and disease, higher energy levels, a more robust immune system, faster recuperation times, and better management of chronic health problems. As we age, eating well can also be the key to a positive outlook and staying emotionally balanced.
You are the boss when it comes to food choices. Read on for tips on how to supercharge your life with the right food. Learn more.


Wednesday, September 28, 2011

From the FBI: Common Fraud Schemes That Target Seniors

Here are some tips from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)  on how you can protect yourself and your family from fraud. Senior citizens should especially be aware of fraud schemes. Read more.

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Seniors Should Get Their Flu Shots

This is the start of flu season, and I urge all senior citizens to get their lifesaving flu and pneumococcal shots.  Flu and pneumococcal disease are particular problems in the Hispanic community where the adult immunization rate is far below the national average. Read More.

Boomers and Beyond Expo September 29 at the Trumbull Marriott

Save the Date! For the 6th Annual Cumulus Media St. Vincent's Medical Center Boomers and Beyond expo from 9am to 3pm at the Trumbull Marriott. Meet over 50 great vendors who will help you take the guesswork out of the aging process. St. Vincent's Medical Center offers health screenings throughout the day, including body fat analysis, depression screening, balance assessment, and cholesterol and glucose testing (fee applies). Plus, schedule your mammogram with the St. Vincent's mobile mammography unit by calling the Women's Imaging Center at St. Vincent's Medical Center at 203-576-5500. (Most insurance accepted - for the uninsured, Swim Across the Sound will cover fee for those who qualify.)
And, there will be great seminars throughout the day! Seminar topics include dental health, presented by Dr. Phillip DeJesus; managing your finances, presented by Capital Wealth Management; new developments in clinical research, presented by Angelo Termine of Associated Neurologists of Southern Connecticut; and the best ways to keep your heart healthy while maintaining your busy lifestyle, presented by Wesley Village's registered dietician Tina Miller. Don't miss a special free fall planter arrangement class presented by Benedict's Home and Garden.
Plus, meet your favorite WICC DJ's, broadcasting live all day long. See you there!

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Friday, September 9, 2011

One-Day Cancer College featuring Hoda Kotb, co-host of NBC's Today Show


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Hoda Kotb, co-host of NBC’s “TODAY” and a breast cancer survivor, will be the keynote speaker at Bridgeport Hospital’s One-Day Cancer College, Saturday, Sept. 17, 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., at the Trumbull Marriott, 180 Hawley Lane. The free event will also include lectures on a variety of cancer-related topics by nearly 20 Bridgeport Hospital physicians and other clinical experts. Post-event opportunities include a book signing by Kotb at 2:00 p.m. and the MetLife presentation, “Coping with Cancer Finances,” 2:30–3:30 p.m. Event is Free but advance registration is required.
 
Date: 9/17/2011
Time: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Fee: Free
Location: Trumbull Marriott
180 Hawley Lane
Trumbull
Contact: 1-888-357-2396