WeHa Hosting Senior Self-Defense Program

WEST HARTFORD, CT — Sadly, one of the biggest targets of criminals and attackers is senior citizens.

But a program on Wednesday, Jan. 1o, at the Bishop Corner Senior Center, 15 Starkel Road, West Hartford, will give local seniors a chance to learn a thing or two about self-defense and increase the odds in their favor.

The free program will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. and, according to town officials, the goal of the program is to utilize the physical and mental tools to help seniors cope with any problems they may encounter.

Among the topics to be covered are: situational awareness; fight or flight; how to defend yourself physically; and techniques of so-called "mental karate" to help de-escalate potential problems.

For more information or to register, call 860-561-7583 or email WHSC@westhartfordct.gov.