BENEFITS COUNSELING—With Natalie will be available on Thursdays to all seniors 60 years old or over. Please call 860-889-5960 for an appointment. This program is supported by Sr. Resources Agency on Aging with Title III funds made available under the Older Americans Act.
Category: Resources
Free – Medicare Supplement Presentation Wednesdays, Nov. 28
Free – Medicare Supplement Presentation
Wednesdays, Nov. 28 6:00-7:30 pm
For Reservations call: Steven Clark; 860-908-7094 (cell)
Presented by Steven Clark; local Medicare Insurance broker & educator. Representing ALL the top Insurance Carriers and Medicare Plan types! CT license # 146675
Learn what Insurance Companies don’t want you to know!!
Medicare Supplement vs Medicare Advantage: Which is better?
No Networks! Use any Hospital or Doctor that accepts Medicare!
Medicare Supplements = No Managed Care, No Referrals, No pre-authorizations!
Medicare Supplement Benefits/Coverage NEVER change! Ever!
Get 100% coverage for many costly services such as:
Hospital stays; Hospital Observation days; Skilled Nursing
Chemotherapy and Radiation therapy, and more.
Learn how to choose your Drug Plan!
Get the best Drug Plan with the lowest costs! EASY!
Wednesday, November 14th- Medication Management
Time: 1:00pm
Come hear a discussion and have your questions answered about how to manage your medications, look for drug interactions, avoid drug overdose and what questions to ask your physician.
Speaker: Diane Bressler, RN from The Medicine Shoppe
FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER!
Wednesday, November 14th- Bladder Control
Time: 11:30am
Don’t let your bladder control your life. There’s hope! Come learn more about lifestyle changes, pelvic exercises, and bladder training.
Speaker: Masonicare
FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER!
Wednesday, November 7th- Change the Script
Time: 10:00am
This presentation is for older adults who may be prescribed or have been prescribed an opioid. Participants will learn what they need to know and ask when being prescribed medication.
Speaker: Wheeler; Connecticut Clearinghouse
FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER!
Wednesday, November 7th- National Memory Screening Program
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Memory screenings are a significant first step toward finding out if a person may have a memory problem. The earlier the diagnosis, the easier it is to treat or slow down the condition causing memory problems. Sign up at the front desk for your 10 minute screening appointment.
FREE but please register!
Chronic Pain Workshop- Tuesdays, November 13, 20, 27 & December 4, 11, 18
Sponsored by Ledge Light Health District, Senior Resources, Dept. of Rehabilitation Services and the Groton Senior Center.
The Chronic Pain Self-Management Program is a FREE six-week program that teaches techniques & strategies proven to help those living with constant pain.
Tuesdays, November 13, 20, 27, & Dec. 4, 11, & 18
Time: 1:00pm – 3:30pm
“Living a Healthy Life w Chronic Pain” book is available on loan or can be bought for $25.
To register call Groton Senior Center (860) 441-6785
Flu Season Tips
- Wash your hands frequently, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, sneezing, being with ill people and especially before you eat
- Avoid sharing objects
- Get enough sleep and avoid getting “run down”
- Reduce stress
- Use tissues for coughs and sneezes and dispose of them immediately and appropriately
- Eat right and get regular exercise
- Avoid crowds and keep your distance from people whom you know are ill
- If you are sick, avoid contact with the frail, very young and elderly. If you are sick, please stay home.
Wednesday, November 28th- OPIOIDS: WHAT OLDER ADULTS NEED TO KNOW?
Time: 12:15pm
Wheeler Clinic will be joining us for a presentation will help you ask your doctor questions about opioids being prescribed to you and other concerns. How do you dispose of your medications properly?
Wednesday, November 14th- WHAT IS CHIROPRACTIC?
Time: 12:15pn
Hear what Chiropractic is and how it can help in preventing falls.