Editor’s note: This press release was provided by the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services.

Welcome to the first weekly email update from the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, a resource designed to highlight upcoming events, remind you about important dates and share information on the programs and services available to seniors, families and caregivers in Westchester.  

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

Caring for the Caregiver in All of Us: 6 – 7:15 p.m.

Bethel Springvale Inn, 2042 Albany Post Road, Croton-On-Hudson – (914) 739-4404 x2204

This health and happiness seminar is presented by Kacey Morabito Grean, an award winning radio host, and co-host of the Mike and Kacey Morning Show on WHUD-FM.  All are welcome to attend to gain practical advice to make every day easier, meet the ally who will never let you down, and reconnect with the “magic” in your life. RSVP to Patricia Pelican at (914) 739-4404 x2204 or at [email protected].

TUESDAYS, APRIL 16 & 23

Living with Alzheimer’s / For Early-Stage Caregivers: 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Wartburg Adult Day Care Services, 1 Wartburg Place, Mount Vernon – (800) 272-3900

Caregivers are invited to join the Alzheimer’s Association for a two-part educational program with practical answers to the questions that arise during the early-stage of Alzheimer’s disease.  Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis.  RSVP to Gillian Rittmaster at (914) 761-0600 x142 or at [email protected].

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

Caregivers Collaborative Symposium:  9 – 11 a.m.

The Ambassador Scarsdale, 9 Saxon Woods Road, White Plains – (914) 813-6407

The Livable Communities Caregiver Collaborative, in partnership with the Next Stage Network, invite you to hear from the founders and directors of 4 outstanding caregiver centers in Westchester County.  The free event will include refreshments and a raffle.  Registration is requested to Charlotte Nottingham at (914) 813-6407 or at [email protected]

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1

The 51^st Annual Salute to Seniors: 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Westchester County Center, 198 Central Avenue, White Plains – (914) 813-6300

Caregivers, older adults and family members won’t want to miss a fun day of entertainment, health and wellness screenings, food and all around important information at the 51^st Annual Salute to Seniors Business Expo & Health Fair, a free event for residents of Westchester County.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

Senior Law Day in Yonkers: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Grinton I. Will Library, 1500 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers – (914) 337-1500

Westchester seniors and families are invited to free workshops and consultations with attorneys, certified financial planners and geriatric care managers.  Topics include estate planning, elder law and medicare / medicaid.  More information at seniorlawday.info.

For more information about the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, visit seniorcitizens.westchestergov.com.