Free, county ‘Golden Gathering’ for older adults Sept. 21

POUGHKEEPSIE — Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino, the Dutchess County Office for the Aging (OFA) and New York State Sen. Rob Rolison (R-39) will host the annual Golden Gathering for older adults on Saturday, Sept. 21.

The free event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Arlington High School, located at 1157 Route 55 in LaGrangeville.
Exhibitors and service providers from than 60 organizations will offer information on topics that health care, financial services, housing options, and legal advice.
 

Representatives from various Dutchess County government departments and divisions will be at the event.
 

Offerings available to this year’s Golden Gathering attendees, free of charge, include:
—Health screenings, including blood pressure checks, cholesterol testing and vision and hearing screenings;
—On-site flu shots administered by local healthcare providers;
—Informative sessions conducted by experts on topics such as managing chronic illnesses, elder law, financial planning and healthy living tips;
—Live entertainment, exercise demonstrations and interactive activities to engage and entertain attendees; and
—Complimentary breakfast and water, provided throughout the morning.

More than 800 residents attended last year’s Golden Gathering, with more than 200 receiving their complimentary influenza immunizations. There is no RSVP required to attend the free event.
 

Local businesses and providers that serve older adults and are interested in exhibiting at the Golden Gathering can call contact Sen. Rolison’s office at 845-229-0106 or garibell@nysenate.gov.

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