NCH offering free programs for older adults this month

Posted August 31, 2016 11:00 pm

Northwest Community Healthcare

Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) is hosting several free programs for adults over age 55 at the Arlington Heights Senior Center, 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights. Some programs require registration. Call the Senior Center at 847-253-5532 for more information. You do not need to be an Arlington Heights resident to attend.

• Tuesday, August 9 - Diabetes education and support group: Why test around meals? - 9 to 10:30 a.m.

• Wednesday, August 10 - Healthy cooking demonstration: A healthy and fun way to eat your veggies - 9 to 10 a.m.

• Wednesday, August 10 - Managing your diabetes 101 - 5 to 6:30 p.m.

• Thursday, August 11 - Anxiety education and support group - 10 to 11 a.m.

• Monday, August 15 - Depression support group - 10 to 11 a.m.

• Wednesday, August 17 - Parkinson's support group - 6:30 to 8 p.m.

• Thursday, August 18 - Brainwaves stroke support group - 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Nurses are available from 10 a.m. until noon every Tuesday and Wednesday at the senior center in room 152 for free blood pressure checks and to answer healthcare questions.

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