A registered nurse from the Wallingford Visiting Nurse Association is in permanent residence at the Senior Center each morning. A variety of services is available including health related screenings and assessments, counseling, instructions, monitoring and limited treatments.

The schedule:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday—by appointment only.
Tuesday & Thursday—Walk-in visits, first-come, first-served.
Please call 265-7753 for appointments or additional information.

II. WELLNESS AND FITNESS

• A. A wide range of health related topics are addressed throughout the year utilizing the diverse medical resources available in our community.
• B. Wellness maintenance is encouraged with the scheduling of health screenings including hearing and vision screenings and annual flu vaccine clinics. Wellness days are scheduled periodically featuring a concentrated series of topics.
• C. Guest speakers conduct lectures, workshops and discussions on a variety of mental and physical conditions throughout the year. These educational sessions are directed to maintaining wellness and avoiding illness.
• D. Fitness is stressed in Senior Center programming and is based on each individual’s capacity. Programs are conducted both on and off-site depending on available resources.
• E. A variety of exercise classes and dance classes, including Yoga, Strength Training, Tai Chi, and others are part of the Senior Center program schedule on-site. Off-site activities include a walking group and tennis and golf leagues.
• F. Pre-registration is preferred and often necessary. Some services and classes require a fee. Detailed information may be obtained in the monthly “Prime Times” newsletter or by calling the Senior Center.