Cape Assist to Hold Older Adult Wellness Program

DENNISVILLE — Cape Assist will sponsor six classes designed to teach those 51 years and older to become healthy and stay that way as they age.
Funded by a grant from The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, the Wellness Education program classes will cover a variety of topics including:
• Making healthy lifestyle choices
• Behaviors to avoid in order to stay healthy
• Safe practices regarding alcohol, prescription, and over-the-counter medications
• Simple tools to take charge of your own healthcare and navigate the healthcare system.
The goal of the Wellness Education Workshops, also known as WISE, is to extend good physical and mental health and to prevent or delay out-of-home placement for older adults.
The sessions are scheduled for six Mondays beginning July 14 and ending on Aug. 18. Classes will run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. All those completing the six sessions will receive a $50 gift card at the end of the program. Sessions will be held at the Dennisville Senior Center 571 Petersburg Road Dennisville NJ.
Pre-registration is required, as seating is limited. To register call Temerity Berry at 609-522-5960 or email temerity@capeassist.org.
Cape Assist operates to help keep our communities healthy, safe and drug free. Cape Assist seeks to educate all segments of our population, especially our children and young people, on the dangers of tobacco, drug and alcohol abuse and thereby strengthen families and the community at large. The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey promotes health well-being and quality of life across our state by supporting charitable organizations.