CHICAGO, Ill. – State Representative Sara Feigenholtz, D-Chicago, and Senate President John Cullerton are joining Weiss Memorial Hospital to host their 3rd annual Senior Citizen Health Fair on Thursday, June 19 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Weiss Memorial Hospital, located at 4700 N. Marine Dr. in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood.
“The lakefront neighborhoods are fantastic places for seniors to live and retire, because there are so many community resources, living options, and healthcare providers,” said Feigenholtz. “The goal here is to highlight the array of local and state services and resources available to area seniors in a fun and educational setting.”
Weiss Memorial Hospital will provide free screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, vascular health, prostate cancer, and balance and strength testing, as well as healthy living tips, refreshments, and one-on-one consultations with doctors and pharmacists. Expert physicians will also offer free classes on managing foot and ankle pain, improving circulation, and diabetic care at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
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In addition to these health services, representatives from the Illinois Dept. of Aging, Illinois Attorney General’s Office, Cook County Sheriff’s Office, and the Regional Transit Authority will be on hand to share useful information about government resources and services available to seniors. The Illinois Treasurer’s office will be available to help people find unclaimed money and assets from their ICash program.
“We want to ensure that local seniors are able to take advantage of all of their options when it comes to health care, fitness, social groups, and government resources,” Senate President Cullerton said. “Thank you to Weiss Memorial Hospital for working with me and Rep. Feigenholtz again to create an exciting and valuable experience for hundreds of seniors in the area.”
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Attendees should enter through the 4700 N. Marine Drive entrance. Street and garage parking are available, and individuals with a handicap parking permit may receive free valet parking available at the 4646 North Marine Drive entrance. For more information, or to RSVP to this free event, contact Rep. Feigenholtz’s constituent service office at 773-296-4141, email sara@staterepsara.com, or visit www.staterepsara.com.
