Upcoming Events
Causes, Risk Factors and Prevention of Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of death in our country, but it is quite preventable. Ryan Williams, MD, Cleveland Clinic colorectal surgeon, will discuss what you can do today to prevent colon cancer tomorrow. Lunch will be served.
Tuesday, Jan. 11, noon to 1 p.m.
Westlake Library, 27333 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake
Free. Reservations: toll free 1.877.234.FITT (3488)
Peripheral Artery Disease: Treatment Options
Do you have leg pain that won’t go away, foot wounds that just won’t heal, or a big difference in the temperature of one leg? You might have peripheral artery disease (PAD). James Bekeny, MD, Cleveland Clinic vascular surgeon, will discuss diagnostic tests and review treatment options.
Wednesday, Jan. 19, 1:15 to 2 p.m.
Rocky River Senior Center, 21014 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River
Free. Reservations: toll free 1.877.234.FITT (3488)
Retirement Readiness
Is it difficult to imagine what your life will be like after retirement? You may be better prepared than you think. Linda Beebe, elder law attorney, will review what you need to know now to be better prepared for the future. A light dinner will be served.
Tuesday, Jan. 25, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The Normandy Apartments, 22701 Lake Rd., Rocky River
Free. Reservations: toll free 1.877.234.FITT (3488)
Caregivers Series
Are you caring for an aging relative? This can be a very difficult time for you and your family. Learn more about the skills, knowledge and resources that are available to you. You will be better able to take care of your family member as well as yourself.
Geriatric care specialists from Lakewood Hospital's SeniorCare Center will be presenting this important series. You are invited to attend all or some of these free classes.
Tuesday, Feb. 8: How to Manage Dementia and Confusion in an Aging Relative
Tuesday, Feb. 15: Community Resources: Help for the Caregiver
Tuesday, Feb. 22: Safety Concerns and Back Saving Tips!
A light dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m.
The presentation will begin at 6:00 p.m.
The Normandy Manor (behind the Normandy Apartments)
22709 Lake Road
Rocky River
Free. Reservations: toll free 1.877.234.FITT (3488)
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