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Health Calendar
Thursday, March 27
AVON: Northwestern CT Community College Center for Holistic Studies sponsors "Awakening Heart and Mind Essence: The Path of Authentic Healing" from 7-9 p.m. at the Complementary HealthCare Institute, 35 Nod Rd. Does healing begin in the body or the mind—or do both play a role in the process of achieving and maintaining maximum health? Using the Tibetan medical model, which suggests a strong connection between spiritual and physical health, Kathy Wesley will explore how a strong spiritual life can promote healing and bring about mental well-being, even in the midst of serious illness. Kathy Wesley has been a student of Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche since 1977, and has earned the title of "retreat lama." She will cover how habitual emotional patterns influence health, the role of prayer and meditation in healing, and how the practice of "letting go" can increase feelings of well-being, love and compassion during times of sickness. Cost is $25; for more info or to register, call Denise Wolf at 860-409-1501, ext 32121.
Friday, March 28
THOMASTON: VNA Northwest offers a Bend and Stretch Clinic for seniors from 1-2 p.m. in the meeting room at Thomaston Town Hall, 158 Main St. The clinic will emphasize muscle strengthening, balance exercises, proper movement and stretch techniques that can help seniors maintain healthier and happier lives. For more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
Saturday, March 29
FARMINGTON: Blood drive from 7-10:45 a.m. at American Red Cross, 209 Farmington Ave. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
Monday, March 31
FARMINGTON: Blood drive from noon-4:45 p.m. at American Red Cross, 209 Farmington Ave. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
SIMSBURY: American Red Cross blood drive from 1-6:15 p.m. at First Church of Christ, 689 Hopmeadow St. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
WARREN: VNA Northwest offers a Bend and Stretch Clinic for seniors from 11 a.m.-noon at Warren Academy on Sackett Hill Rd. The clinic will emphasize muscle strengthening, balance exercises, proper movement and stretch techniques that can help seniors maintain healthier and happier lives. For more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
WASHINGTON: VNA Northwest offers a Bend and Stretch Clinic for seniors from 9-10 a.m. at Washington Senior Center in Veteran’s Hall, 6 Bryan Hall Plaza. The clinic will emphasize muscle strengthening, balance exercises, proper movement and stretch techniques that can help seniors maintain healthier and happier lives. For more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
WINSTED: Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Clinic at Blanche McCarthy Senior Center from 10:30-11:30 a.m. offered by Foothills Visiting Nurse and Home Care. Blood pressure check is free; no appointment necessary. Cholesterol check costs $5; for appointment call 379-8561.
Tuesday, April 1
HARTFORD: Us-too, the International Prostate Cancer Support Group holds its "Ask the Doctor" event at 7 p.m. in the Gilman Auditorium of the Conklin Building on Seymour St. (on the Hartford Hospital campus). The panel of experts will include Dr. Vincent Laudone, a prominent Connecticut urologist specializing in prostate cancer; Dr. Andrew Salner, head of radiation oncology at Hartford Hospital; and Dr. Robert Siegel, head of medical oncology at Hartford Hospital. Before the question and answer session starts, Dr. Laudone will give a brief overview of surgical issues relating to prostate cancer, Dr. Salner will discuss recent innovations in prostate cancer radiation therapy, and Dr. Siegel will discuss recent advances in some promising chemotherapy trials. Anyone with prostate cancer, as well as family and friends, is encouraged to attend; please come with any questions you may have. Free parking and refreshments will be available; for more info or directions, call 860-545-3790.
LITCHFIELD: American Red Cross blood drive from 1:30-6:15 p.m. at Litchfield Community Center on Route 202. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
NEW PRESTON: VNA Northwest offers a walk-in Blood Pressure Clinic from 1-2 p.m. at NewMil Bank on Route 202. No appointment is necessary; for more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
Wednesday, April 2
BANTAM: American Red Cross blood drive from 1:45-6:30 p.m. at Bantam Fire House on Doyle Rd. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
SHARON: VNA Northwest offers a walk-in Blood Pressure Clinic from 10-11 a.m. at the Teen Center on Hilltop Rd. No appointment is necessary; for more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
TORRINGTON: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, 540 Litchfield St. presents "Talking with Family, Friends and Health Professionals" from 6-8 p.m. In this session of the "Cancer Challenges" public education series you will learn effective communications skills. Identify who your main support people are and how to strengthen personal relationships. Practice some simple exercises to better express yourself to others and rid the feeling of being misunderstood. Newly diagnosed cancer patients, their families and friends are invited; there will be free refreshments and handouts. For more info or to register, call 860-496-6396.
WARREN: VNA Northwest offers a walk-in Blood Pressure Clinic from 11:30 a.m.-noon at Town Hall on Sackett Hill Rd. No appointment is necessary; for more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
Thursday, April 3
CANAAN: VNA Northwest offers a walk-in Blood Pressure Clinic from 11 a.m.-noon at Stop & Shop on Route 44. No appointment is necessary; for more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
GREAT BARRINGTON: Claire Teague Senior Center, 909 South Main St. (Route 7) hosts the second meeting of the Alzheimer Support Group from 1-2:30 p.m. This is an important meeting during which caretakers may get together to share problems and receive information about caring for their loved ones. For more info call Grace Zbell at 413-528-1881.
LITCHFIELD: VNA Northwest offers a Bend and Stretch Clinic for seniors from 11 a.m.-noon at Litchfield Community Center, 421 Bantam Rd. The clinic will emphasize muscle strengthening, balance exercises, proper movement and stretch techniques that can help seniors maintain healthier and happier lives. For more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
LITCHFIELD: VNA Northwest, 24 Village Green Drive offers a walk-in Blood Pressure Clinic from 1-3 p.m. No appointment is necessary; for more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
Friday, April 4
THOMASTON: VNA Northwest offers a Bend and Stretch Clinic for seniors from 1-2 p.m. in the meeting room at Thomaston Town Hall, 158 Main St. The clinic will emphasize muscle strengthening, balance exercises, proper movement and stretch techniques that can help seniors maintain healthier and happier lives. For more info call 860-567-6000, or 800-752-0215.
Saturday, April 5
CANTON: Canton Lions Club holds its 2nd annual Eye and Health Screening and one of its famous pancake breakfasts from 9 a.m.-noon at the Community Center (next to the new library). The eye screening will include field of vision, eye chart and eye pressure (glaucoma) testing. The health screening will include blood pressure and bone density tests. Attendees may visit either or both events, which are open to all and free. Menu for the pancake breakfast includes all-you-can-eat servings of pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee, tea and milk; cost is $5 adults, $3 students and seniors, free for ages 5 and under. For more info call 693-4233.
FARMINGTON: Blood drive from 7-10:45 a.m. at American Red Cross, 209 Farmington Ave. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
HARTFORD: Volunteers in Psychology and Trinity College Department of Psychology sponsor a free showing of the Academy Award nominated comedy "Elling" at 7 p.m. in Trinity's McCook Auditorium. Enjoy the movie and support Volunteers in Psychology (VIP), an innovative greater-Hartford nonprofit organization. There will be a brief description of VIP before the show. The movie is rated "R" and will be shown with subtitles; for more info call 860-233-5115.
HARWINTON: American Red Cross blood drive from 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m. at Harwinton Town Hall, 80 Bentley Drive. Call 800-GIVE-LIFE for info or appointment.
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