May 21, 2008

8:00 to 8:30 am - Networking

8:30 to 9:30 am - Program

Senior Fitness

Presented by Betty Perkins-Carpenter

Sponsored by M & T Bank

Location: Cloverwood Senior Living Community, One Sinclair Drive, Pittsford, NY

The presentation will focus on preventing falls, reducing the fear of falling, and if a fall occurs, decreasing fall-related injuries through the acclaimed and unique Six Step Balance System.  The Six Steps are fun, easy, and easily integrated into activities of daily living.  Learn how the Six Step Balance System is designed to utilize mental and physical tools for fall prevention.  The concepts of the Six Steps will have the power to influence safer lifestyles and improve balance.

May 27, 2008

Noon to 1:30 pm - RSVP REQUIRED 256-4351

Older Adults and Substance Abuse

Presented by Carol D'Agostino, LCSW, BCD, MA,CASAC

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Developing Leadership in Reducing Substance Abuse,               Consultant, Lifespan's Geriatric Additions Program (G.A.P.)

Substance misuse by older adults is a national epidemic.  The most common problem is alcohol abuse and prescription drug mismanagement.  Currently, very few treatment programs nationally have programming that accommodates the complex needs of this population.  The wave of aging Baby Boomers will bring new problems as these adults are now presenting illegal drug problems.  This presentation will provide information and awareness of these issues and how national leaders are responding.  It will also speak to Lifespan's Geriatric Addiction Program, the recipient of a national award from the American Society on Aging for their work in this field.

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