The Concord Chamber of Commerce again will present its successful East Bay Senior Resource Expo on Friday, March 25 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 45 John Glenn Drive in Concord. This event is dedicated to connecting families in the area with a community of people that can help navigate the challenges and rewards presented by the aging process. This event is free to the public
Families, seniors, and adult children are encouraged to join in the educational programs and to visit exhibitors who provide products and services to senior residents of Contra Costa County to make life better in the later years.
The East Bay Senior Resource Expo this year will feature keynote speaker Jan Wahl, cultural and show business reporter and critic for KRON TV Channel 4 and KCBS radio. Following Ms. Wahl will be a lively presentation by Laurel Zien (this writer) on Medication Safety including a brief update on current medication and vitamin controversies.
Special break out sessions will be offered throughout the day. Featured topics: Financial Management, Dementia, Nutrition & Exercise, Safety & Security, Senior Housing & Care Decisions.
Another highlight of the event is Meet the Pharmacist. This offering is sponsored by AARP California in partnership with Walgreens, and features a free, personal medication review by a certified pharmacist. This review includes prescription medications, over the counter medicines, herbals, supplements and anything else you take for your health. Pharmacists will review medication regimens to reveal possible side effects, drug duplications or dangerous interactions, and improper use. Please bring all medications and supplements for this consultation. Note: Each medication review takes approx 20 mins and a reservation is advisable for your convenience. For an appointment please call 1-877-926-8300.
For more information on the Expo, please contact Gina Rigley at the Concord Chamber of Commerce at 925-685-1181 or e-mail her at grigley@concordchamber.com.
Event sponsors include John Muir Health, Addus Healthcare, the Kensington, Right at Home, Tampico Terrace, the Crowne Plaze Concord, Stonebrook Healthcare Center and Tesoro.
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