Arbor Rose at Jerome Home to host an open house on Sunday,Dec. 15

Stop by open house to learn more about assisted and independent living as well as memory care. 975 Corbin Ave., New Britain. 10a-2p

The Orchards at Southington to host an open house on Dec. 14

Learn more about assisted and independent living - just stop by 34 Hobart St. 10a-2p. A Hartford HealthCare Senior Services community.

Southington Care Center host dementia caregivers support group

Group meets on second Wednesday of the month, Dec. 11, 6:30-7:30p, 45 Meriden Ave. Call 860.628.3830 for more information.

Southington Care Center receives highest national rating

U.S. News & World Report rated Southington Care Center as "high performing" in Short-Term Rehabilitation.

Hartford HealthCare at Home ranked among the best nationally

Hartford HealthCare at Home is a not-for-profit, community-based home health and hospice provider serving all of Connecticut.

Applications open for free Certified Nursing Assistant program

Hartford HealthCare Senior Services program begins in March. Application deadline Jan. 15. Contact CNAtraining@hhchealth.org or 860.406.9050

YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program starts Jan. 7

The YMCA and Hartford HealthCare partner to educate pre-diabetics in improving health; call the YMCA to learn more, 860.628.5597.

CANCELED: Managing stress in a hectic world

Free program Wed., Dec. 11, 1:30p, at Calendar House, 388 Pleasant St., Southington.

Hartford HealthCare at Home Hospice offers bereavement groups

A bereavement group will meet at MidState in Meriden on Dec. 10 & 24, 5:30p. RSVP to 1.855.442.4373.

Arbor Rose at Jerome Home offers caregivers support group Dec. 10

Feeling overwhelmed by caregiving? Learn strategies and new skills at group, 975 Corbin Ave., New Britain. RSVP to 860.356.8281.

Southington Care Center's 'Light the World' rescheduled to Dec. 8

Event to remember loved ones and to uplift those in need. Questions? Call Southington Care Center, 860.621.9559.

Healthy Family FunFest welcomes exhibitors to Feb. 23 event

11th fest features healthy living information for people of all ages. 10a-2p, Aqua Turf Club, Plantsville. www.healthyfamilyfunfest.org

Jerome Home receives national Best Nursing Home Rating

Located at 975 Corbin Ave. in New Britain, Jerome Home achieved the top rating in long-term care and short-term rehab.

Cedar Mountain Commons to host an open house on Dec. 5

Learn more about independent and assisted living at open house, 2-6p, 3 John H. Stewart Drive, Just stop by!

HHC Senior Services offers free blood pressure screenings

Free blood pressure screenings are offered at 3 locations in December. Just stop by.

Certified nursing program graduates fifth class of students

Hartford HealthCare Senior Services has been offering a free CNA program funded by Jefferson House Foundation. Interested? Call 860.406.9050

The Orchards at Southington to host an open house on Nov. 30

Winter is coming; independent and assisted living can be right for you. Learn more at open house 10a-2p, 34 Hobart St. Stop by!

Navigating the ‘What Ifs’ during the ‘Golden Years’

Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging presents program Wed., Nov. 27, 10:30a, Bristol Senior Center. RSVP to 860.584.7895.

Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging celebrates 15 years

From the first office in Southington to 11 locations now, programs and services are available to seniors and families. 1.877.424.4641.

Veterans at Jerome Home and Arbor Rose receive recognition

More than 20 veterans who live at Jerome Home and Arbor Rose were honored at a Nov. 11 event.

​ Arbor Rose at Jerome Home to host an open house on Nov. 17

Learn more about independent & assisted living and memory care. Stop by 10a-2p, 975 Corbin Ave.

Bristol Police to Host Tip-A-Cop

Find out more at soct.org

GoodLife Fitness presents tips to preventing falls in winter

Free program Wed., Nov. 13, 1:30p, Calendar House, 388 Pleasant St. RSVP to 860.621,3014.

Arbor Rose hosts monthly dementia caregivers support group

Next group will be Tues., Nov. 12, 5:30p, Arbor Rose, 975 Corbin Ave. Call 860.356.8281. to learn more.

Hartford HealthCare at Home Hospice offers bereavement groups

Hartford HealthCare Hospice's bereavement group next meets in Meriden on Nov. 12, 5:30p, at MidState. Call 1.855.442.4373.

Respite care available at Mulberry Gardens support group

Caregivers Support Group set for Nov. 12, 10:30a, 58 Mulberry St. Call 860.276.1020 to arrange care during group.

Mulberry Gardens of Southington to host an open house on Nov. 9

Would you like to learn more about senior living? Does a loved one need memory care or adult day program? Visit 10a-2p, 58 Mulberry St.

Hartford HealthCare offers free blood pressure screenings

Screenings are offered in four locations.

Managing stress in a hectic world

Learn coping strategies to handle stress free Hartford HealthCare program Tues., Nov. 5, 10a, Plainville Senior Center. RSVP 860.747.5728

CHOICES counseling explains Medicare options

Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging CHOICES educators offer free, confidential counseling about Medicare. Call 1.877.424.4641.

Volunteers welcome at senior communities

Share your time and talents with older adults at Mulberry Gardens, The Orchards & Southington Care Center - arranged to fit your schedule!

Making the most of your doctor’s appointment

Free program Wed., Oct. 30, 10:30a, Bristol Senior Center. Hartford HealthCare Center for Healthy Aging presents. RSVP to 860.584.7895.

OCTOBER is Car Care Month Show You Care

In advance of busy holiday/family travel season...

Registration underway for PARC Bowling Classic on Nov. 23

PARC will host its annual bowling and golf fundraiser, 4-7p, Lessard Lanes, Plainville. Visit www.parcdisabilities.org or call 860.747.0316.

Lymphedema program presents overview and management strategies

"Understanding Lymphedema" on Thurs., Oct. 24, 10:30a, Meriden Senior Center. Hartford Hospital Rehab presents. RSVP to 203.237.0066.

Southington Care Center’s ‘Light the World’ honors loved ones

Luminaries to light the night on Mon., Dec. 2, 6:30p, 45 Meriden Ave., during commemorative ceremony. To purchase a luminary, 860.621.9559.

Mulberry Gardens of Southington to host an open house on Oct. 26

Wondering about assisted and independent living? Memory care or adult day care for a loved one? Stop by 10a-2p, 58 Mulberry St. 860.276.1020

Arbor Rose at Jerome Home to host an open house on Oct. 20

Learn more about assisted and memory care living at open house, 10a-2p, 975 Corbin Ave. Just stop by. Questions? Call Denise, 860.229.3707.

Mulberry Gardens offers memory screenings on Nov. 7

Concerned about your memory or a loved one? Learn more at free, confidential screening, 10a-1p, 58 Mulberry St. RSVP to 860.276.1020.

Hartford HealthCare at Home to offer flu clinic on Oct. 26

10a-noon, Hospital of Central Connecticut, Bradley, 81 Meriden Ave. Certain insurances accepted.