Christus St. Michael Senior Health Center will continue its free Seniors Living Well series during the month of August. Held in partnership with Texarkana Regional Center on Aging, the seminars highlight a variety of topics relevant to persons 65 years of age and older. The seminars will be conducted at the center’s new location, 2604 St. Michael Drive, Suite 239 in Texarkana.

“Advance Care Planning: It’s Time to Make Your Wishes Known” is scheduled for 12 noon, Tuesday, Aug. 12 and will include a free lunch.  During this free luncheon, the Rev. David Edmonds, M.Div., BCC, with Christus St. Michael Health System will discuss the simple steps people can take to outline their wishes for future medical care.

The AARP SmartDriverTM Course will be held on Friday, Aug. 15 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Senior Health Center is proud to partner with AARP to provide the SmartDriverTM Course for local residents. SmartDriverTM is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older, providing millions of drivers with the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads. The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. The fee is payable at the door.

West Nile virus is in the headlines. West Nile is predominantly spread to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. Persons over 50 years of age, particularly those over 65, have the highest risk of developing severe complications such as encephalitis and meningitis. “West Nile Virus – Seniors at Risk” will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 26. Leasa Roach, RN, GNP-BC, ACHPN with the Christus St. Michael Senior Health Center, will discuss precautions seniors can take to prevent mosquito exposure, symptoms of the virus, and medical care options for those who have been infected.

Seating for all of the Seniors Living Well courses is limited, and reservations are required. To make reservations, call 1-855-614-MIKE (6453) or visit christusstmichael.org.

To access the Senior Health Center, enter the Christus St. Michael campus from the Emergency Entrance off of St. Michael Drive. The center is located in the Medical Office Building.

The Christus St. Michael Senior Health Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to noon.

For more information about Christus St. Michael Senior Health Center, visit christusstmichael.org or call (903) 614-5330.

 

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