Health
Free Flu Shots for Citizens 65 Years of Age and Older
Livingston County EMS, in cooperation with the United Way 211 Service, the Livingston County Health Department and the Leadership Council on Aging is pleased to announce Free Flu Shots for Senior Citizens 65 years of age or older that are homebound and are Livingston County Residents.
- If you are unable to get out of your home for a flu shot
- And you are 65 or older
- And you live in Livingston County
- Dial 211 on your phone and the 211 operator will schedule a morning or afternoon visit flu shot.
Rheumatoid Arthritis/Fibromyalgia/Chronic Pain
If anyone is interested in joining a support group or belongs to a support group already for any of the above, please contact Carol Ringle 810-626-2139.
Blood Pressure Clinic - Get your Blood Pressure checked by retired R.N., Don Hearn.
Tues., February 7– at 10:00 am
Thurs, February 16 - at 10:00 a.m. FREE
Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Anyone in the community is welcome to join the T.O.P.S. group that meets at the Hartland Senior Center. The cost for an annual membership is $24.00 per year. Please call Carol Ringle (810) 626-2139 for additional information.
Thurs. 10:00 (weigh in) - 10:30 a.m. Membership
Nurses Foot Care Clinics Ava Passino R.N.
Ava will be on temporary leave of absence Dec. thru Feb. 2012 for hand surgery. ALL Dec, Jan. Feb. appointments are cancelled. Ava will be contacting all her patients on an individual basis. She hopes to return to work in March & will keep us all informed of her progress. Questions please call Ava at 734-878-7330.
(Note: Ava is doing will and hopes to return soon)
Annual Flu Shot - See Coming Events for date and times.
Health Screening Clinics - See Coming Events for dates and times.
Massage
Diane Beach will continue to provide full body massages on Tuesdays. This massage is done fully clothed. You must call the Center to make an appointment.
The cost is $10.00 for 15 minutes or $20.00 for 30 minutes.
Tuesday mornings
Medical Loan Closet
The Center maintains a loan closet open to the community. We are happy to loan crutches, walkers, canes, wheelchairs, shower chairs, and other medical equipment.
- Wheel Chairs
- Bedside Stands
- Commodes
- Shower Chairs
- Walkers
- Crutches
- Canes, etc.
Dispose of Your Medication Safely
Keep your children, grandchildren and community safe but disposing of your unused medications in the big red barrel at one of these location:
Fowlerville Police Department
Pinckney Police Department
Hamburg Police Department
Livingston County Jail
Michigan State Police – Brighton Post.
The Hartland Senior Center does not take any medication. Contact the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office or Milford Sav-More Pharmacy who has the “Yellow Jug, Old Drugs” Program.
Tips to prevent holiday stress and depression
When stress is at its peak, it's hard to stop and regroup. Try to prevent stress and depression in the first place, especially if the holidays have taken an emotional toll on you in the past.
1. Acknowledge your feelings. If someone close to you has recently died or you can't be with loved ones, realize that it's normal to feel sadness and grief. It's OK to take time to cry or express your feelings. You can't force yourself to be happy just because it's the holiday season.
2. Reach out. If you feel lonely or isolated, seek out community, religious or other social events. They can offer support and companionship. Volunteering your time to help others also is a good way to lift your spirits and broaden your friendships.
3. Be realistic. The holidays don't have to be perfect or just like last year. As families change and grow, traditions and rituals often change as well. Choose a few to hold on to, and be open to creating new ones. For example, if your adult children can't come to your house, find new ways to celebrate together, such as sharing pictures, emails or videotapes.
4. Set aside differences. Try to accept family members and friends as they are, even if they don't live up to all your expectations. Set aside grievances until a more appropriate time for discussion. And be understanding if others get upset or distressed when something goes awry. Chances are they're feeling the effects of holiday stress and depression too.
5. Stick to a budget. Before you go gift and food shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend. Then stick to your budget. Don't try to buy happiness with an avalanche of gifts. Try these alternatives: Donate to a charity in someone's name, give homemade gifts or start a family gift exchange.
6. Plan ahead. Set aside specific days for shopping, baking, visiting friends and other activities. Plan your menus and then make your shopping list. That'll help prevent last-minute scrambling to buy forgotten ingredients. And make sure to line up help for party prep and cleanup.
7. Learn to say no. Saying yes when you should say no can leave you feeling resentful and overwhelmed. Friends and colleagues will understand if you can't participate in every project or activity. If it's not possible to say no when your boss asks you to work overtime, try to remove something else from your agenda to make up for the lost time.
8. Don't abandon healthy habits. Don't let the holidays become a free-for-all. Overindulgence only adds to your stress and guilt. Have a healthy snack before holiday parties so that you don't go overboard on sweets, cheese or drinks. Continue to get plenty of sleep and physical activity.
9. Take a breather. Make some time for yourself. Spending just 15 minutes alone, without distractions, may refresh you enough to handle everything you need to do. Take a walk at night and stargaze. Listen to soothing music. Find something that reduces stress by clearing your mind, slowing your breathing and restoring inner calm.
10. Seek professional help if you need it. Despite your best efforts, you may find yourself feeling persistently sad or anxious, plagued by physical complaints, unable to sleep, irritable and hopeless, and unable to face routine chores. If these feelings last for a while, talk to your doctor or a mental health professional.