Health & Wellness Expo for Older Adults

Formerly the Senior Health Fair, the event is organized by the Greenwich Commission on Aging, Greenwich Department of Health and Greenwich Hospital.
Influenza and Adult Vaccination Clinic provided by the Greenwich Department of Health and Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Screenings compliments of Greenwich Hospital will be provided. Additionally, new interactive programming by the Commission on Aging and Senior Center will be held in the main gymnasium highlighting “Breathe n Flex,” “Super Noggin Brain Fitness” and “Getting Ready for Medicare D.”
Award Winning Comedian and Greenwich resident, Jane Condon will give a standing room only performance at 11:30 a.m. entitled, “Laughing for the Health of It,” which is certain to lift and energize all attendees. Early morning coffee and snack will be provided. A hot lunch for the first 250 participants will be served after Jane Condon’s performance. Attendees will have an opportunity to spin a prize wheel for a chance to win a door prize.
Participants 65 years of age or older must bring their Medicare Part B/Medicare Advantage ID Card or a fee of $35 will be charged for influenza immunizations. The charge for pneumonia immunization is $65 and (Previnar 13) is $180. Medicare Advantage Plans do not cover pneumonia immunizations received at public clinics. The charge for shingles vaccine (for persons 60 years and older) is $185 (cash/check only, credit cards will not be accepted – no insurance billing – receipts available).
For additional information, call 203-862-6710 or 203-622-3774.