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You’ll have to read the story to get the details, but I’ll remind you that exercise and a healthy diet will keep the odds of a stroke down.

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Fitness columnist Kim DiBattista has some ideas on how to help us deal with the food problems. That is, too much of going in. She reminds us that exercise alone can’t overcome bad eating habits, but some simple guidelines can make weight loss less onerous than you think. And she’s got a secret weapon I won’t tell you about here, which came as a real surprise to me!

As usual, there’s plenty of sound advice from our team of columnists. This month, they take on dealing with Medicare and evaluating long-term care insurance.

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the Southington Calendar House. Part of the center’s sudden interrupCoffee ‘n’ Dessert series, her tion of blood flow visit shed light on a medical to the brain – othevent that is the fourth leaderwise known as a stroke – is ing cause of death in Connot only preventable, it’s also necticut. treatable and often reversThere are three different able. types of strokes. The most Registered Nurse Kriscommon is ischemic, a ten Hickey delivered this blockage in the brain caused message to around 30 peoby a blood clot or plaque. ple who attended a recent Less frequent are hemmorinformational session at

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agic strokes, when a blood vessel in the brain leaks. The last type, known as a TIA, is barely a stroke at all. This event is a temporary blockage of blood flow in the brain that lasts less than one hour and does

not cause any permanent damage. However, because the same symptoms present themselves, it is still necessary to go to the hospital right away.

“Do not lay down and rest if you notice stroke symptoms; call 911 immediately,” cautioned Hickey, stroke coordinator for Hartford HealthCare’s Central Region.

The important word to remember here is “sudden.”

One of the most recognized symptoms is sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body, in the arm, face and/or leg. Sudden confusion, difficulty in speech, severe headache, trouble seeing and loss of balance may also occur. A facial droop similar to that of Bell’s Palsy is another sign.

The faster people identify these symptoms and reach a hospital, the less damage is done. Immediate treatment including TPA, or as Hickey calls it, “super clot-busting medicine,” can make the difference between recovery and permanent damage or death.

She is currently working on legislation to certify Connecticut hospitals to administer the medicine, effective in reversing the effects of strokes if given intravenously within three hours after symptoms begin to surface.

Currently there are 16 hospitals in the state who have the ability to provide it, including the Hospital of Central Connecticut’s Bradley Memorial and New Britain General campuses, as well as Hartford Hospital.

“We are trying to get all hospitals prepared,” Hickey said.

A stroke damages 1.9 million brain cells every minute treatment is delayed, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Recovery can take a lifetime, but is likely to be shorter if this treatment is administered quickly.

“A common myth is that only the elderly are susceptible to strokes,” Hickey pointed out. “It can happen to anyone.”

The risk factors include all the usual suspects: obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

“If you exercise you are going to lower your stroke risk and help with all these things,” Hickey said.

Smoking and excessive alcohol use also signifcantly raise the risk, as do stress, diabetes and clogged arteries. Making lifestyle modifications can help prevent a stroke.

Also be mindful to take medications for high blood pressure and blood thinners or antiplatelet medications if prescribed by a doctor. For diabetics, blood sugar levels should be monitored and insulin taken as needed. The American Heart Association recommends at least 30 minutes of exercise four to five days a week. Eating five servings of fruit and vegetables per day can lower the risk of stroke by 30 percent.

For more information call the Hospital of Central Connecticut’s Stroke Center at (860) 224-5900, ext. 6764, or visit thocc. org/services/stroke.

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HIS WEEK I heard the amazing story of a woman who STEPHEN is the careALLAIRE taker for two English ladies, cousins in their late nineties who have lived together all of their lives. One is 99 and the other is 97. They are veterans of World War II, having served in the Royal Air Force in North Africa.

They need full, aroundthe-clock care, which has been faithfully provided by the live-in caretaker for

nearly five years. For the past six months she has not been paid because the cousins have run out of money.

Upon hearing the story I told the caretaker that she was certainly going above and beyond the call of duty, and asked why she continued to work without pay.

“Because I feel like I am giving something back to America for all that America has done for me,” she said.

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Her husband died, and she moved to Connecticut. She opened a small perfume store for a few years and then got her license as a home health aide and a job with an agency caring for people.

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That daughter is successful and has three children of her own, bringing joy to Fekerte.

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She told them she would use all of her power to make sure they didn’t go to a nursing home and wouldn’t be separated, as they were inseparable.

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EW OF US want to face up to the struggles advanced age can bring, much less plan for them. But since it’s a good bet that you’ll live lonPAUL T. ger than CZEPIGA previous generations in your family, you have to ask yourself this question: Will I be able to afford those extra years without demolishing my lifetime of saving when I need long-term care?

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question, since the cost of long-term care is a financial threat that can wipe you out in no time — especially in Connecticut.

So what do you do?

Here are your choices: n Do nothing, and pray that just because seven out of 10 people have a longterm care need it won’t happen to you or your spouse. n Start to transfer your assets so that you might be eligible for Medicaid in the future. n Or you can consider long-term care insurance, but be very smart about the policy you buy.

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‘Wii’ bit of fun

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Seniors compete in virtual bowling

By Erica Schmitt “The bowling generation” is back at it again.

But forget the lanes, bumpers, fancy shoes and gloves. They’ve since been replaced by a television screen, remote console, and come-as-you-are stance.

Seniors from nine towns across the state – including Bristol and Plainville, competed in the inaugural Connecticut Senior Wii Bowling Championship Tournament recently.

A culmination of league play that began last September, the event brought over 100 people to the Bristol Senior Citizens Center.

Because some have been competing longer than others, intensity varied among teams playing the popular Nintendo video game sport.

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The Lightning Strikes team, based in Torrington, has been competing since 2008. The team won the National Senior League Wii Bowling Championships in 2013.

“We’re one of the more competitive teams here today,” said Joel Sekorski, director of the Torrington Senior Center. “A lot of people dedicate a lot of time to getting good at this.”

People over the age of 60 can be considered “the bowling generation,” according to Sekorski.

“They know the game,” he explained. “Just like the bowling leagues they used to be in, this has the socialization and camaraderie.

Some of them have walkers or use wheelchairs now so they can’t bowl in leagues anymore, but they can do this

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Wii Bowling participant Richard Ouellette bowling a perfect game.

just fine.”

Judy Siemiatkoski, on Bristol’s Lucky Strikes team, is one of these folks.

“I use to be a duck pin bowler,” she said.

“Now with my spinal stenosis I can’t do the big game anymore. This is not a lot on your back.”

Plainville’s team is known as The Peaches and the Pit, since it includes seven ladies and just one man. Member Sally Miller is another former bowler.

“I bowled years ago but now I find the balls are too heavy,” she said. “This is wonderful.”

Other towns that competed in the inaugural season were Cromwell, Avon, Glastonbury, Mansfield, Colchester, Prospect and East Hartford. Teams were bused to different towns’ senior centers to compete in league play monthly. For some participants, this was the best part.

“I enjoyed going out on the road to new places and meeting the people,” said Bristol resident Richard Ouellette, who is known for bowling perfect 300s up to eight games in a row.

“When I used to bowl in a bowling alley

my average was between 210 and 240,” he remembered. “I train people here who think it’s the same game, but it’s completely different.”

For Ouellette, the excitement of the sport lies in the competition.

“I don’t care who wins today.” “Bristol is the best team.”

Senior center staff hope more people will join the league next season, which begins in September.

“Wii Bowling is a great socialization tool for seniors to get together and do something fun,” said Patty Tomascak, director of the Bristol Senior Center. “It’s very accessible,” she added. “You can do it standing up or sitting in a chair.”

“It’s as physical as you make it,” added Assistant Director Jason Krueger, who organized the senior league and got other towns involved.

Any senior centers interested in joining the CSWBL should call the Bristol Senior Center at 860-5847895.

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Judy Siemiatkowski bowls at the Bristol Senior Center.

Jason Krueger keeps track of scores

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Eat these foods to torch fat…

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By Kimberly DiBattista

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AVE YOU BEEN exercising like crazy but not putting the effort into you diet?

To get the most bang for your buck in terms of fat loss and muscle gain, you should exercise and eat a healthy diet simultaneously.

Of course, elimination of sugar, and fried, fatty and processed foods would be idea, but this can be difficult for most people. There are some healthy options to help you trim your waistline and torch away some unwanted fat.

Almonds, peanuts, cashews, pistachios, avocado and olive oil are all good sources of monounsaturated fats. They help curb cravings and are a good source of

fiber. MUFAs can help stop the hunger signal so you don’t overeat.

Lean proteins such as chicken, turkey and fish will provide you with energy and burn more calories when digested. Protein has a thermogenic effect and therefore, you will burn about 30 percent of the calories the food contains during digestion. When choosing a fish, look for tuna or salmon since they are both high in omega 3s that also reduce inflammation in the body.

Green veggies such as kale, spinach. romaine lettuce and arugula are not only packed with vitamins and minerals but are very low in calories.

They contain a high amount of fiber and can reduce bloating. You may want to

consider eating a small salad prior to your meal to help you eat less of your higher-calorie main course.

Blueberries are antioxidant-rich, and research suggests that they may change how the body stores and processes glucose or sugar for energy, thereby causing a drop in abdominal fat and cholesterol.

Green tea contains a compound, EGCG, that speeds up your metabolism.

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that people who drank four cups of green tea a day shed more than six pounds in eight weeks.

Hot peppers contain capsaicin, a compound that gives chili peppers their kick,

and when consumed will heat up your body, which melts away calories. You can eat them raw, cooked or dried.

As always, contact your doctor for diet and nutrition

advice based on your individual health needs.

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them, and without payment for over six months, we pressed her further and she said not only did she want to pay back America for the opportunity it had given her, but the RAF cousins were veterans and she felt they deserved to be taken care of for their service in WWII.

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She said this without a hint of self-admiration, as if anyone would want to do the same. If that isn’t what makes America great, I don’t know what is. America gave a person a chance to work hard, use her talents, raise a family, and do good for others. And she has made

America a better place for others. It is a wonderful immigrant story. It is an American story.

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deplete all but $1,600 of their life savings to meet Medicaid’s asset qualifications. Married couples are allowed to keep up to a maximum of $119,220 (not counting their house and car) — in some cases, all of the assets can be protected. Most every asset above this amount must be sold, in a process that is referred to as “spending down.”

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Working mind, healthy mind Brain health is the priority for TRIAD this year

By Erica Schmitt RAIN HEALTH initiatives are a priority this year for the West Central Connecticut TRIAD, which serves older adults in four area towns.

The theme of the TRIAD’s Third Annual Conference, held at the Bristol Public Library in May, was “Working Mind – Healthy Mind: Cognitive Fitness and Your Health.”

“Our main focus is pro-

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viding our area seniors with resources to keep them as healthy and safe as possible,” said Lillian Ciesco, a TRIAD member and senior care coordinator at Village Green of Bristol.

Ciesco is joined by local police, senior center staff, business and other aging network professionals in the United Way’s West Central CT TRIAD. The group meets monthly to discuss the safety needs and concerns of seniors in Bristol, Plainville,

Burlington and Plymouth.

Bristol Police Lt. Rich Guerrera serves as the department’s liaison to TRIAD, offering the group police insight into senior safety.

“We make them aware of what’s going on out there and the latest issues,” he said.

There’s always some kind of scam lurking around, and seniors can often fall victim, according to Guerrera.

“I don’t think people specifically target seniors but they

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do seem more adept to getting scammed,” he said.

Guerrera urged people – especially older adults – to contact the police department if they are suspicious about anything in their neighborhood or even their mailbox.

“Anytime you get a strange phone call or a piece of mail, just call us,” he explained. “Be vigilant; know your surroundings.”

Dr. Margarita Reyes, of Bristol Hospital’s Center for Geriatric Medicine, blended humor with education in her presentation, and addressed a variety of inquiries from the audience.

Results of a quality-of-life survey the TRIAD gave to older adults this past December indicated that memory loss was among their top concerns.

This is something the inititative is going to look into more closely in the coming year.

“Our hope is to increase the discussion on dementia,” said Elizabeth Bohmier, United Way community impact coordinator and conference organizer.

“People are really afraid of it,”

she added. “We want to lessen the stigma and generate a more positive discussion.”

The Alzheimer’s Resource Center recently received a grant from the North Central Area on Aging to offer free memory care services to those over age 60 living in Central Connecticut. The center, located in Plantsville, will be partnering with the Bristol Senior Center this summer to host free memory screenings for area residents.

The next sessions will be held on June 15 and July 20 at the senior center.

Those who want to feed their minds regularly are encouraged to attend cognitive fitness classes, beginning Tuesday, July 7 and Thursday, July 9 from 10 to 11 a.m.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for a six-week course, which starts Thursday, July 23, from 10 to 11 a.m.

To learn more about the West Central CT TRIAD, contact Elizabeth Bohmier at (860) 5829559, ext. 406, or by email at ebohmier@uwwestcentralct.org.

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healthyLIVING Stroke: the risks and warning signs

such as high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, carotid artery disease, abnormal heart rhythm, certain blood disorders, sickle cell disease, high blood cholesterol or triglycerides, physical inactivity, obesity and substance abuse.

Factors you cannot change include increasing age, gender (men are at higher risk for stroke than women), family history, race (AfricanAmericans face greater risk) and having had a prior stroke, heart attack, or transient ischemic attack (TIA) – A stroke usually results from temporary stroke symptoms lasting minutes to hours. cardiovascular disease, which develops over time. People To reduce your stroke risk: affected by this type of stroke nHave regular checkups. have one or more risk factors Some major risk factors for for stroke that have existed for years. Lifestyle factors and stroke — high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes other health conditions that Essentially, a stroke is an injury to the brain that occurs weaken blood vessels or con- — often don’t have symptoms when a blood vessel that feeds tribute to blood clots increase in their early stages. That’s why regular screenings are your risk for stroke. You can the brain is either closed off by a clot (an ischemic stroke) control or treat some of them, important to detect these risks

while they’re still treatable. n Make lifestyle changes.

Adopt a stroke-protective lifestyle by reaching a healthy weight, lowering your salt intake, exercising regularly, limiting alcohol and quitting smoking. n Follow your prescribed treatment. Atherosclerosis patients who follow their doctors’ advice about lifestyle changes and take their medications as directed will reduce their risk of stroke and heart attack.

Warning signs

side of the body n sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding n sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes n sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination n sudden, severe headache with no known cause For more information about HOCC’s Stroke Center, located at both its New Britain General and Bradley Memorial campuses, please visit thocc.org/services/stroke/.

If you or someone nearby has any of these stroke symptoms, dial 911 right away. These signs point to a stroke in progress. Seeking emergency medical treatment immediately may prevent severe disability or death. n sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm or leg, especially on one

Dr. Timothy Parsons is a member of The Hospital of Central Connecticut (HOCC) medical staff and medical director of HOCC’s Stroke Center. For referrals to HOCC physicians, please contact our free Need-A-Physician referral service by phone at 1.800.321.6244 or online, www.thocc.org.

A common treatment technique used by physical therapists is joint mobilization.

This technique is a type of manual therapy in which an amount of pressure is Kevin applied to a Jacobs joint to help with its movement and to decrease pain.

Mobilizations can be applied to the spine as well as to the peripheral joints including the shoulders, knees, and hips.

There are different amounts

This functional positioning, as well as the incorporation of active movement by the patient, makes this technique unique to many other mobilizations and manipulations that are more passive in nature.

As with most mobilizations, “mobilizations with movement” can also be applied to the neck, back, and midback as well as to all of the peripheral joints as noted above.

These mobilizations can be quite effective but are just one tool that physical therapists with this training can use in treating patients.

When physical therapists develop a plan of care during the initial consult, they choose

the most effective treatment for an individual patient. It is during this time that the use of joint mobilizations can be considered as one treatment option.

Joint mobilizations are just one of many treatment techniques available to physical therapists to help patients achieve success in decreasing their pain and increasing their function.

Nearly 800,000 Americans suffer a stroke each year, and each year about 130,000 people die from a stroke.

It one of the leading causes of disability in the United States. This unfortunate Timothy situation could Parsons be improved if people knew more about stroke warning signs and how to prevent strokes from happening. The month of May is National Stroke Awareness Month and an opportune time to share this important information.

What is a stroke?

or bursts (a hemorrhagic stroke). If deprived of its oxygen-rich blood supply even for just a few minutes, the brain becomes injured, and a portion of it may die.

Depending on its severity, a stroke may result in disability, such as motor or vision impairment, loss of feeling, difficulty with speech and language, or problems with memory. A stroke may also result in paralysis, coma or death.

Who is at risk?

Joint mobilization decreases pain, helps movement

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of force that a physical therapist will use when performing a joint mobilization but the hallmark trait is that the passive stretch is performed slowly and within the limits of the joint’s normal range.

This treatment differs from a joint manipulation, which is a high speed and short distance thrust that can often result in an audible “popping” noise.

There are many different types of joint mobilizations that can be employed. One specific type of mobilization that physical therapists can be trained to perform is “mobilizations with movement,” as devised by a famous New Zealand physical therapist,

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Brian Mulligan. “Mobilizations with movement” is a newer type of joint mobilization and, as the name implies, incorporates active patient movement at the same time that the therapist slowly applies a mobilizing force to the joint.

The wonderful part of these mobilizations is that the patient can experience an immediate decrease in pain along with an immediate increase in joint range of motion.

Besides this immediate feedback, another advantage of these mobilizations is that they are usually performed with the patient in a weight bearing position.

Kevin Jacobs, DPT, is a physical therapist at Rehab Dynamics 2 at The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center. He can be reached at 860582-9355. A physician’s referral is required to initiate any physical therapy program.

Be proud of yourself and where you came from I

t recently occurred to me that since I started writing a column this past January, a common thread has run through each piece.

It would almost be appropriate to impart it with a title such as “Rantings of a twenty-something stuck in the wrong generation,” since I ERICA SCHMITT tend to dwell on a past I was never a part of.

Maybe my soul belongs to a time when doctors still made housecalls, smart phones weren’t even a thought, elders were respected like the divine and behaving like a lady was not a choice.

Some may wince at the latter piece of that statement. Some may tell me I should be ashamed to bear the opinion that the female being has a right to act differently than her male counterparts.

I humbly argue that we are different. We bear

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others come first and you duties that men do not, bounded light years past. ladies: embrace being gifts that they do not. The Nowadays it is not female and understand that come second. This was the ability to carry and bear uncommon to hear a young beauty is power. Just respect whole ethic by which I was children is just one. I will woman spew a carnival of yourselves and others a lit- brought up. Others matter more than you do, so don’t leave the rest up to the expletives – in public – at a tle bit more. reader’s own determination. volume that would make a Among the many lessons fuss, dear; get on with it.”

It’s amazing that I accept gender roles for songbird go mute. she taught both my brother what they are. Very few Many parade their night- and I, my mother imparted American girls today can women are as physically jaunts on various social us with excellent manners. be outspoken and opinionly powerful as men. Our media sites. If I didn’t know We learned to always write ated without fear. That’s not the case for all counbodies are built differently. any better, the spectacle thank-you notes, how to tries in our world.

That fact in itself is one of of photographs posted on cook a good meal, clean But it’s one thing to the main reasons why his- these platforms could pass house and iron. tory has unfolded the way as human advertisements.

She taught me in partic- change the world with your actions and your words, and it has.

Somewhere between ular that being polite and another to behave like a Women were given Betty Friedan’s “The sweet-natured are good fool in pursuit of pride or the right to vote in 1920 Feminine Mystique” hitting character traits, but they justice. with the passing of the the streets in 1963, and can also get me further How far we girls get in 19th Amendment to the 1995, when Gwen Stefani when it comes to dealing our careers and Constitution. personal lives is a Women who work result of our own full-time now earn 77 I’ve always loved being a girl, especially since my will and persevercents for every dollar realization that the way I presented myself could ance. men earn – that’s a alter the way people treated me.

We can take 19-cent raise since care of ourselves, President John F. with people. with or without a man.

Kennedy signed the Equal raged over “being pretty and petite...living in cap“You get more bees with But personally, I love it Pay Act of 1963. honey than you do with when one holds the door, By 1975, most U.S. states tivity” in her single, “Just vinegar,” she’d say. pulls a seat out for me, and had begun pursuing crimi- a Girl,” the art of taking It’s no crime to put effort puts his jacket over my nal action against men who pride in being a woman was lost. (Among some.) into how you present your- shoulders on a cold night. beat their wives.

I don’t mean to sound self, take care of your family Acting like a lady helps.

Thank the Lord for these arrogant; it’s just an obser- and put others’ needs first. laws.

Erica Schmitt can be reached vation.

In the words of Audrey In the time since each at (860) 801-5097, or email So here’s my heartfelt Hepburn, “It’s that wonder- at eschmitt@newbritainhermilestone in women’s rights message to you, young ful old-fashioned idea that ald.com. was enacted, society has

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6 | Saturday Open houses The Orchards at Southington, an independent and assisted living community, will host open houses Saturdays, June 6 and June 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Edesa Ciscar, retirement counselor, will facilitate the event. Coffee will be served. The Orchards at Southington is located at 34 Hobart St. For more information or to RSVP, call Edesa Ciscar, (860) 628-5656.

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Deadline for the next issue is June 15. seniors have been granted two benefits under a rental agreement that recognizes their special needs. Denny will discuss the terms of standard lease agreements, the expectations seniors can claim and some of the problems renters can experience. These services are free. Call the Senior Center at (860) 747-5728 to register.

9 | Tuesday Friendship Club The Mulberry Gardens at Marian Heights Adult Day Center offers a free trial day, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 9, to give adults the opportunity to make new friends. Transportation, activities, meals, exercise and more are provided at the Friendship Club. Mulberry Gardens at Marian Heights Adult Day

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Center is located at 314 Osgood Ave.

10 | Wednesday ‘The Path to Wellness’ Mark Colello, exercise physiologist at Southington Care Center, will present “The Path to Wellness”, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The free program, which details the “stepping stones” to take on the journey to wellness and a happier, healthier life, will be held at the Plainville Public Library,

56 E. Main St. To register, call the library at (860) 793-1446 Southington Care Center, which offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, is a not for profit member of Hartford HealthCare Senior

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11 | Thursday Liver health and you Donna Sciacca, program manager of the CT Chapter of the American Liver Foundation will present a free presentation at the Plainville Senior Center, at 10 a.m. The presentation will help you understand the functions of the liver, how to maintain liver health and how to talk to your doctor about your liver health and wellness. Open to the public. Call the Senior Center at (860) 747-5728 to register.

The Senior Center is located at 200 East St., Plainville.

13 | Saturday Open house An open house at beautiful Cedar Mountain Commons, a not for profit independent and assisted living community, will be held Saturday, June 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marie Pugliese, retirement counselor, will facilitate the event. Refreshments will be served. Cedar Mountain Commons is located at 3 John H. Stewart Drive.

For more information or to RSVP, call Marie Pugliese, (860) 665-7901. To learn more about Cedar Mountain Commons, visit cedarmountaincommons.org.

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Working mind, healthy mind West Central Connecticut TRIAD will hold another session about how to keep a healthy mind. This event will be held at the Bristol Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave.

16 | Tuesday AARP smart driver course An AARP Smart Driver Course will be held at the Plainville Senior Center, 200 East St., from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. This course covers the effects of aging and medication on driving, local hazards, accident prevention measures and more. Films and discussions will be presented and a driver’s manual provided. No written or on the road test required. Upon completion of the course, an insurance company must give a discount of at least 5 percent on auto insurance.

The cost for the class is $15 for AARP members, providing a membership number and $20 for other attendees.

Sign up required.

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able in the office as seating office by June 12, 2015. is limited. Bring your children, Food will be served from grandchildren, neighbors, 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the dining and friends, along with a non-perishable food item!

We will be taking orders for Grinders prior to the concert.

The choices are Meatball, Sausage, or Ham. Grinders will be served with a drink and chips at $7 per order.

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style potluck, co-sponsored by the Plainville Lions’ Club, at noon. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided by the Lions Club. Entertainment will be provided by Sandy & Sandy, a dynamic duo that perform a variety of old country, folk and rock n’ roll music.

There is no cost for people who bring a side dish (let us know what you are bringing at the time of registration) or $5 for Center members and $10 for non-members. Call (860)747-5728 for more information.

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recipes and introduce ingredient substitutions to make a healthier meal. Recipe cards for these healthy meals will be distributed and food samples will be served. To RSVP, call the Wolcott Senior Center at (203) 879-8133. For more info about The Orchards at Southington, visit southingtonorchards.org.

Urinary discussion Jefferson House will present a free program about urinary incontinence on, from noon to 1 p.m. Mary Klay, APRN, will lead the discussion about this common and treatable condition. This event will be held at Jefferson House, 1 John H. Stewart Drive. A complimentary lunch will be served.

Reservations are required.

RSVP to Jefferson House at (860) 667-4453.

25 | Thursday Blood pressure screenings A free blood pressure screening will be held, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at the Wethersfield Senior Center (Pitkin Community Center), 30 Greenfield St. Cedar Mountain Commons and Jefferson House sponsor these free monthly screenings.

26 | Friday ‘The Path to Wellness’ Mark Colello, exercise physiologist at Southington Care Center, will present “The Path to Wellness,” from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., at the Berlin-Peck Library, 234 Kensington Road.

This free program details the “stepping stones” to take on the journey to wellness and a happier, healthier life. To RSVP, call the Berlin-Peck Library at (860) 828-7125.To learn more about Southington Care Center, visit southingtoncare.org.

27 | Saturday Open house Mulberry Gardens of Southington, an assisted living, adult day and memory care community, will host an open house on, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marie Terzak, retirement counselor, will facilitate the event and coffee will be served.

Mulberry Gardens of Southington is located at 58 Mulberry St. in the Plantsville section of Southington. For more information or to RSVP, call (860) 276-1020. To learn more visit mulberrygardens. org.

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