CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP
First Tuesday of each month at 2:30 to 4:00 pm
If you are caring for a loved one and have concerns, or you simply need to talk, PLEASE come to our next meeting. The information that you share is helpful and important to YOU- the caretaker!! Facilitated by Senior Resources, our local agency on aging. We have a supply of resource books & other materials on hand which you may borrow at any time!
The caregivers support group will be the second Tuesday of the month
We will begin taking application in May.
Ashland Manor Community Room- Thursday, May 16th 1:00-2:30pm
McCluggage Manor Community Room- Thursday, May 23rd 1:00-2:30pm
Ledgewood Community Room- Thursday, May 30th 1:00-2:30pm
In House Dates in June- Call for an appointment on the In House dates.
Live demonstrations
Health screenings
Give-a-ways
Door prizes
Free presentations
These are just a few of the things available at Expos, Home Shows and Trade Shows. Most are free or very low cost to attend. They are great ways to learn about services and providers you might need. You can also compare agencies.
Discover what’s available in your area. Search out the booths with recreation, travel, insurance, fitness, Senior Centers and more. You can make a list at home and then go to an expo and talk with providers about what you need and how they can help you and your family. You can get the answers. And if the person you are talking with doesn’t have the information or service you are looking for, they can probably point out a booth that can help you.
Start watching for and listening for the upcoming Expos, Home Shows and Trade Shows. Generally, they are start in the spring and end in the fall. Check Area Agencies on Aging, Senior Centers and area housing units. Some might be hosted by major companies for their retirees. Plan on attending yearly for a few years. You can never learn everything at just one. Plus, you’re adapt to meet up with folks you know and have a few friendly chats as well.
AND if you are a business then you want to be a vendor! Your company needs to always be growing and teaching. Expos, Home Shows and Trade Shows are great ways to meet lots of people. If you want to be a part of the health screening let the organizer know. The same with presentations and demonstrations. Your company could be a great addition! It is an excellent way to grow those new costumers. Plus, it puts a face to your business.
Get out there and be seen. Stand up at your booth. It makes you more approachable. Give meaningful items. Engage with the folks passing by. You never know where any connection or contact might lead. Let other vendors know what you do and who your company is. Grow connections. Build relationships. And whatever you do stay off your phone!
And hey make sure you stop by the SeniorCenterCt.org table and say Hi! Be sure to tell us you read about us here!
Need help this winter with heating costs??
We are taking applications for Energy Assistance at the senior center. Call to make your appointment and let your friends and family know too!!
Don’t be left out in the cold.
Last Day to apply for energy assistance is May 1st.
Time- 11:00am
Andrea Deedy will be here to have a talk on FAD DIETS.
