Northern Westchester Hospital to Host Free Senior Health & Wellness Fair

MOUNT KISCO, NY – Northern Westchester Hospital will host a free Senior Health & Wellness Fair Sept. 21 — and you'll want to go just to check out the location!

It will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chappaqua Crossing, 480 Bedford Road in Chappaqua, NY.

Pharmacists, dietitians, yoga instructors, nurses, doctors, and many more will be on hand to share their expertise and advice, as well as conduct health screenings.

“Northern Westchester Hospital is inspired to host the Senior Health & Wellness Fair for seniors as well as their caregivers. Our goal is to empower seniors in the community by raising awareness about their health, and to prevent chronic conditions from worsening,” said Maria Simonetti, Director of Community Health Education & Outreach, in announcing the event. “As we continue to celebrate our Centennial, we are so grateful for the support this year of New York State Senator Terrence Murphy and New York State Assemblyman David Buchwald. We are all committed to the health and wellness of our entire community.”

The event runs from from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Activities will include:

• Pharmacy Brown Bag – bring your current medications and a NWH pharmacist will review the benefits as well as anything that should be avoided while taking medication;
• First Aid & Emergency Preparedness Tips;
• Balance & Falls Prevention;
• Chair Yoga/Stretching;
• Nutritional Counseling & Food Demonstration by Registered Dietitians;

Health screenings will include:

• Blood pressure;
• Cholesterol and glucose levels;
• Osteoporosis/bone density tests.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Margaret Ribaudo, RN, (“Nurse Margaret”) at mribaudo@nwhc.net

The fair is being held with the support of the New York State Senator and the New York State Assemblyman.

“One of my primary concerns is improving the quality of life for our senior citizens,” said Murphy. “We want to recognize the many contributions senior citizens have made to our community through the years by showing them the services that are available to them as they get older. This health and wellness fair will help connect seniors with organizations and services that can help them remain healthy and independent.”

“I am pleased to be working with Northern Westchester Hospital to bring the Senior Health & Wellness Fair to our community once again,” said Buchwald. “This fair provides resources for seniors, families and caregivers alike. Northern Westchester Hospital deserves great credit for sponsoring this effort to address the broader health care needs of senior citizens.”

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