Alexandria, VA – Springtime is here. The city’s Successful Aging Committee is once more supporting the Senior Health and Fitness Fair. Set for Thursday, May 22, 10.a.m to noon, the event is hosted at the Lee Center (1108 Jefferson St.). Enjoy a fun-packed interactive morning with blood pressure checks, glaucoma screening (provided by the Prevention of Blindness Society), a healthy cooking demonstration by Goodwin Living, Tai Chi, and exercises with Rodney from the Recreation Department (always a favorite).
Virginia Hospital Center is kicking off the event with a presentation centered on stress management and ways to effectively manage stress as we age.
This is a free event and open to the public. But please register by emailing [email protected] or call 703-836-4414, ext. 110.
Also, save the date of June 7 for Senior Law Day. This is Senior Services of Alexandria’s last event for the season. The annual program that is co-sponsored with the Alexandria Bar Association This year’s theme is The Cost of Aging: Mental, Physical, Financial, and Legal Perspectives. It will feature estate planners, financial experts and senior resource specialists. They will share their knowledge about the challenges faced by caregivers, the cost associated with healthcare and housing, and the essential documents everyone needs to have in place for estate planning. It is being held at First Baptist Church (2932 King St.) from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Register now for this popular event by emailing [email protected].
We look forward to seeing you. Happy spring!
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