Senior Workshops - 2010
Wednesday, March 10th - 9:00 a.m.
"Electrifying!"
Jami Lewis, KCP&L Customer Relations Representative, will provide tips on energy efficiency, programs and services available to help with your electric service, and information on how to receive utility assistance.
Wednesday, January 13th - 9:00 a.m.
Mood, Meds, and Alcohol - What Every Senior should Know
Come find out the truth about meds and alcohol as you age. Learn what helps (and hurts) your changes for preventing dementia, early falls, and early nursing home admission! Other topics will include the role alcohol and prescription drugs can plan in getting through grief ,the Holiday Blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder. Questions such as "How much alcohol is too much for a senior" will be answered - especially when it's being espoused for it's cardiac benefits! An interesting and interactive discussion will be led by Sally King, clinical social worker and the older adult care coordinator at TCMHS.
Also, Laura Bruce from Tri County Mental Health Services will help sort out prescription drug issues, offer suggestions on how to avoid abuse, and provide safe options for disposing of unused or outdated prescriptions. For more information contact Janet Shaffer at 454-2000.
