The Connecticut Dept of Public Health has renewed the Town of Greenwich HEARTSafe Community designation – a distinction it has held since 2006. Continue Reading →
Greenwich HEARTSafe Community Designation Renewed by State
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Greenwich Health Department Issues Heat Alert
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For the next few days Connecticut will experience dangerous heat and humidity conditions. At times the temperature will feel over 100 degrees. Wear a wide brimmed hat, if possible, sunglasses and apply sunscreen with UV protection of 15 or higher when going outdoors.
There are several air conditioned locations in Greenwich where residents can read, sit quietly and charge their cell phones: Continue Reading →
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June 27 is National HIV Testing Day: “Doing it my way, testing for HIV”
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People who find out they are infected with HIV can seek medical care and get prompt treatment, which helps people with HIV live longer, healthier lives. Knowing your status can also reduce the risks of infecting others with HIV. Continue Reading →
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Musical Therapy – A Useful Tool for Residents at Nathaniel Witherell
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Mike Rinaldi, a Music Therapist at Nathaniel Witherell, recalled one woman in the Dementia Care unit who would not responded to any activities, including bingo or cards. But once Mike arrived with his music, the woman’s memory was sparked and she began dancing to the music. It took her back to a time when she and her husband loved to dance. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Health, Mike Rinaldi, The Nathaniel Witherell
Rise Yoga is a New Waterfront Pop-Up Yoga Studio
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Rise Yoga is a unique pop-up Yoga studio overlooking the water in Rye, NY. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Health, Lifestyle, Connor Axford, Erin Pymm, Jessica Paul, Risa Yoga NY
Interactive Performances at Hill House to Foster Understanding of Dementia
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The program is intended to be engaging and help promote an Age and Dementia Friendly Greenwich! Continue Reading →
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MAC Angels Foundation Welcomes a New Executive Director
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The MAC Angels Foundation welcomed its first-ever Executive Director, Quentin Ball, this week. MAC Angels Foundation supports families with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease). Continue Reading →
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Swim Across America Volunteer Alice Catalano, Convinced Efforts Make a Difference
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June 23rd is the date for the 12th annual Swim Across America Greenwich-Stamford Swim that makes waves in the fight against cancer.
“We have all had those doubts wondering if the time and money we put into our non-profit efforts is making a difference. Well, this year I have no doubt!” – Greenwich Swim Across America volunteer Alice Catalano Continue Reading →
Filed under: Health, Volunteering, Alice Catalano, Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy, Swim Aross America
Sesto Delves into Details of Upcoming Plastic Bag Ban in Greenwich
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Director of Environmental Affairs Pat Sesto said only 1% to 3% of plastic bags are recycled, and they get jammed in recycling machinery. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, BYOGreenwich, Fiscal Freedom for CT, Laura Gladstone, Mary Shaw Marks, Pat Sesto, plastic bag ordinance
Greenwich Commission on Aging, Distinguished Lecture: “Resilience, Grit & Growth: Thriving in Challenging Times”
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Crisis can create difficulties and challenges. For some, these challenges may prove insurmountable while others find strength and resilience allows emergence. Still others may grow – developing new skills and insights as they approach struggle. On Thursday June 14 at Greenwich Library’s Cole Auditorium, Kenneth Doka, PhD will present a talk entitled “Resilience, Grit & Growth: Thriving in Challenging Times.”
In this session, Dr. Doka will explore ways that both resilience or growth can be nurtured. Continue Reading →