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Senior Health Program at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Education Classes and Support Groups for October 2007

The Senior Health Network membership program at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center presents the following programs which are all open to the general public. To learn more, please call (973) 926-8491.

Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention - Workshop and Assessment
Friday, October 5, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Newark Beth Israel Center for Geriatric Health Care, 156 Lyons Avenue, Newark

Did you know that falls is one of the most leading causes of nursing home placement in the elderly? Don’t let a preventable fall do that to you. Join Anup Dhage, physical therapist, at a workshop and falls assessment.

Safer Seniors – Residential Crime Workshop
Wednesday, October 10, 10:30 a.m. - noon
Donald Tucker Complex, 54 Elizabeth Avenue, Newark

Learn how to protect yourself, your family and the community from being burglarized by unscrupulous people. Plan to attend and bring some friends to meet with the Essex County Sheriff’s Department and be a “Safer Senior.”

Fifty + Fitness + Free = Feeling Good
Thursday, October 11 and 25, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Newark Beth Israel Center for Geriatric Health Care, 156 Lyons Avenue, Newark

If you are 50 or older you can improve your endurance, strength, and flexibility. Join us for a variety of low-impact exercises to improve your health.

Caregivers' Support Group
Wednesday, October 17, 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Newark Beth Israel Center for Geriatric Health Care, 156 Lyons Avenue, Newark

Family and professional caregivers that are providing care for individuals with Alzheimer's and other dementias are encouraged to attend. The sessions will be facilitated by Mary Sinton, licensed clinical social worker.

Talking-Man-To-Man
Friday, October 19, 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Executive Conference Room A
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark

If you’re a man who wants to maintain his physical, mental, and sexual health for as long as possible, join Syed Hussaini, MD, Geriatrician, where men “Talk–Man-To –Man.” October’s topic is Prostate Cancer Survival Course.

Never Fear Energy Assistance Is Here!
Wednesday, October 24, 10:30 a.m. - noon
Donald Tucker Complex, 54 Elizabeth Avenue, Newark

Do you need help with your energy bills? Have you signed up for the weatherization program? Is your refrigerator old and you need a new one? If you answered yes to any of these questions then join Norma Sessa from La Casa de Don Pedro and find if you qualify for any of theses services and more.

Reminiscence Group
Wednesday, October 24, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Newark Beth Israel Center for Geriatric Health Care, 156 Lyons Avenue, Newark

You and your friends won’t want to miss this exciting Reminiscence Group, filled with stimulating discussions and historical information. Join Annabell Jordan, Outreach Volunteer, for a memorable day.

Eating Your Way to Good Health - Nutrition Club
Friday, October 26, 1 – 2 p.m.
Newark Beth Israel Center for Geriatric Health Care, 156 Lyons Avenue, Newark

Make a healthy decision to join the nutrition club led by Beth Coplan, Registered Dietitian. The October topic is Taking Down The Pounds – Fat Burning Foods.

The Senior Health Network membership program at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a valuable free resource for adults ages 50 and older. The focus of the program is to educate seniors and encourage healthy lifestyles through various activities. Educational lectures, health screenings, support groups, exercise classes, continuing education courses and social activities are conveniently held at or nearby your local Saint Barnabas Health Care System facility. Members will receive a bi-monthly newsletter with a calendar of events. In addition senior membership allows members to access information regarding health insurance counseling, pharmaceutical discount programs and other information useful to remain independent in the community. To register or learn more, please call (973) 926-8491.

Date: October 16, 2007

CONTACT:  SAMANTHA ANTON, 973-322-4922

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