Seniors
Dentistry and podiatry offered
The Southeast Senior Center for Independent Living, 228 Grand Ave., continues to offers its members dentistry at a rate of approximately 50 percent lower than what they would pay at private facilities.
X-rays, teeth cleanings, fillings, simple extractions, root canals, crown and fixed bridges and full and partial dentures are all provided at the center by two state licensed dentists and hygienists.
The center also offers podiatry services. Dr. Marc Haspel, DPM, treats all ailments connected with the feet, such as ingrown toenails, athletes’ foot, fungi, arch and heel pain as well as foot problems caused by diabetes.
Other than dentistry there is no cost for any services or activities at the center.
Membership is free. For more information, call 201-569-4080.
Senior support groups available
Southeast Senior Center for Independent Living (SESCIL) offers various support groups at 228 Grand Ave. in Englewood.
A cancer support group, bereavement group and "The What, Where and How of Aging" group are held Thursdays each month. An "As Life Changes" group is held weekly on Tuesdays. SESCIL membership and all groups are offered free of charge to seniors 55 and over.
For dates, times and to register, call Laura Hollander at 201-569-4080.
Blog site for seniors with cancer helps
Richard J. Rosenbluth M. D. launched his new blog site, SeniorsWithCancer.com, lending his expertise to the cause of helping senior adults with cancer and their loved ones who are often their caregivers.
Rosenbluth is chairman of the Geriatric Oncology Program of the Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center, and Medical Director of the In-House Hospice Program at HUMC. Both facilities are the first of their kind in the New York metropolitan area, making Rosenbluth a pioneer in the emerging field of "geriatric oncology."
Now Rosenbluth is bringing that expertise to the Internet to help senior adults with cancer cope with the unique challenges and issues relating to their condition. He points out that just as a child would see a pediatrician for medical care, an older patient should go to a geriatrician.
Rosenbluth will be using his blog to raise awareness of these issues and give support to seniors and their families who are coping with these difficult circumstances. He will be contributing his ideas and editorials on the blog site weekly, and welcomes the comments and interaction of colleagues, senior adults with cancer and their caregivers.
The blog can be found at seniorswithcancer.com.
Center hosts health program
Sabrina Moon, health educator from the Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission, will discuss depression Friday, May 16 at 12:30 p.m. at the McGuire Senior Center, 116 Paris Ave. in Northvale. Depression is something that not only affects one person, but family, friends and coworkers. Participants will learn how to recognize it, why it should be treated and what treatments are available.
Seniors club plans trips
The Northvale Golden Age Club has announced its upcoming trips for 2008:
n May 15 — Anniversary party at The Colonial Inn, Norwood
n May 29 — "Beauty and the Beast" at Westchester Playhouse
n June 19 — "Viva Las Vegas" at Doolin's, Spring Lake Heights, lunch and one hour open bar; $42
n July 24 — Delaware Water Gap trolley ride to historic Swanee area; $40
n Aug. 21 — Circle Line Cruise with lunch at Crab House, Edgewater
n Sept. 14-20 — Tour of the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas, plus a tour of Sedona, Ariz.
n Sept. 25 — Lunch and show at Ehrhardt’s on Lake Wallenpaupack, Penn.
n Oct. 2-8 — Trip to Las Vegas and Grand Canyon
n Oct. 16 — "Big Bavarian Beer Bash" at Brownstone, Paterson
n Oct. 23-24 — Overnight to Lancaster, Penn. to see a stage production of "In The Beginning"; $215 for double occupancy and $265 for single occupancy.
n Nov. 6 — "Christmas Show 2008" at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton
n Dec. 11 — Christmas party at Colonial Inn, Norwood
A September trip to the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas is planned, but dates and additional information will be announced at a later date.
For more information and reservations, call Angela Borzone at 201-768-9621 or 201-317-8966.
Northvale Golden Age Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at The McGuire Center on Paris Avenue. New Members are always welcome.
Seniors head to Atlantic City
The McGuire Senior Center, 116 Paris Ave. in Northvale, is planning a "Fun Trip" to Atlantic City June 10 to 12.
The trip will include two nights at the Resorts Casino and Hotel, coin and food bonuses, a visit to historic Smithville and many extras.
For more information, call 201-767-6299 between 9 a.m. and noon and ask for Peggy.
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