BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC

Downtown Senior Center - last Wednesday of the Month - 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Brooklawn Senior Center - third Wednesday of the Month - 12:30 p.m.

FILE OF LIFE

The "File of Life" contains necessary medical data including medications, allergies and other vitally important information required before life-saving treatment can begin. The home version of the "File of Life" is magnetically attached to the home refrigerator providing high visibility and instant access for the emergency personnel. This allows them to begin treatment within seconds. The personal size "File of Life" conveniently fits into a wallet or purse and provides the same life-saving information outside of the home.

FLU IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

Held for Seniors at several city sites in the fall as soon as vaccine is available.
Please check back soon for 2010 dates

Ways to protect against the spread of flu:

• Wash hands frequently
• Get plenty of rest
• Eat Well
• Drink plenty of water
• Use tissues when you sneeze or turn from sneezing at someone
• If you do not feel well, stay home and help prevent the spread of germs.

IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE

Access to local immigrant assistance department for information and referral regarding citizenship, food and clothing, deportation services, etc.

SENIOR CLUB COORDINATOR

Our senior club coordinator keeps records of all senior club officers, arranges speakers for clubs, takes reservations for summer bus trips, escort trips if needed, and other Council on Aging duties as assigned.

VISION & HEARING SCREENING

VISUAL IMPAIRED SUPPORT GROUP

Meets the 3rd Monday of the month (except for January and February) 10:00 am at the Hazelwood Senior Center, 543 Brock Ave., New Bedford, MA 02744. Chairman: Gerard Arsenault

The group provides an opportunity to meet with people who are facing the same challenges. Guest speakers, Annual Christmas Party, and Annual July cookout.

VOTER REGISTRATION

Available to homebound seniors who are unable to physically register to vote.