Griffin Health to Discuss Neck Health with Valley Seniors

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut will host an interactive program designed to help Valley seniors care for their necks this May.

Caregivers from Griffin Health’s Physical Medicine will lead The Importance of Cervical Spine Health, a free presentation on the cervical spine anatomy, importance of maintaining neck health and proper posture, and tips for maintaining proper cervical position while performing everyday tasks. The presentation will include a demonstration of cervical stretches. Griffin Health caregivers will also offer free blood pressure screenings and consultation.

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The presentations are scheduled for Mon., May 4 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Seymour Senior Center, Thurs., May 7 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Ansonia Senior Center, Thurs., May 14 from 1:30-2:30 at the Oxford Senior Center, Wed., May 20 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Shelton Senior Center, and Thurs., May 28 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Derby Neck Library.

These offerings are part of the AgeWell program, which is co-sponsored by Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut to increase access to care and prevent disease in the Valley senior community through a series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions each month. Periodically, this program provides nutritiously balanced and delicious foods for attendees.

Registration is required to attend the AgeWell events. To sign up, contact the location (Ansonia Senior Center: 203-736-5933; Derby Neck Library: 203-734-1492; Oxford Senior Center: 203-881-5231; Seymour Senior Center: 203- 888-0406 ext. 1; and Shelton Senior Center: 203-924-9324).