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Heartfelt

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Licensed Practical Nurses
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With over 20 years of success in Erie County , we are sure your future will be enriched as you are rewarded through our numerous benefit programs !!
We look forward to having you join with us as we continue to grow our highly respected company in the healthcare field !!
4166 W . Ridge Road • Erie , PA 16506 www . HeartfeltCare . com ( 814 ) 838-2743
Griffith Eye Center , PC
Certified Nurses Assistants
Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Family Eye Care
Family Friendly Eye Care Dr . Scott Griffith , M . D .
Meet our new doctors Rebecca Sutter , OD Alan Sutter , OD
Eye Exams for Adults and Children , Eye Disease Management , Eye Surgery and Optical Shop
2640 West 38th Street Erie , PA Mon , Tue , Wed , & Fri 8 a . m . -4 p . m . Thur 8 a . m . -6 p . m .
814-835-8258
Two Convenient Locations 41 South Lake Street North East , PA Mon & Thur 8:30 a . m . -5 p . m . Wed 8:30 a . m . -1p . m . www . GriffithEyeCenter . com

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How Will I spend My Retirement Years ?
While many of us typically look forward to retiring and ditching our alarm clocks , people often experience loneliness and depression after retirement . Without work , they can feel isolated and aimless due to reduced social interaction , lack of daily routine , and feel lack of purpose and identity . Additionally , as people age , they may experience health issues that limit their mobility and social activities , further contributing to loneliness . Sleeping in and staying home may sound great when you are hustling and bustling in the work force but can become detrimental in the long-term .
Staying active after retirement is crucial because it can significantly improve your overall health , reduce the risk of chronic diseases , maintain independence , and contribute to a better quality of life by boosting your mood and cognitive function , all while helping to preserve muscle mass and bone density as you age . Check out local fitness centers to see if they have programs or discounts for seniors . Just going outdoors for a short walk can provide health benefits .
Volunteering is an excellent way to find purpose . Sharing your knowledge , expertise , and life experiences can benefit others . Erie has an abundance of nonprofit agencies , schools , and churches that seek volunteers .
Joining a senior center is a wonderful way to combat social isolation . Senior centers sometimes get a bad rap and are misconstrued as places where “ old folks ” drink free coffee and gossip . In reality , they offer so much more and can be a lifeline to wellness . Programs help older adults maintain physical and mental health , offer socialization resulting in sense of community , provide learning opportunities , new hobbies , and access to resources .
GECAC ’ s Area Agency on Aging operates seven senior centers in Erie County gecac . org / work / aging / senior-centers . There are also GECAC subcontracted senior centers such as Mercy Hilltop Senior Center , and the JFK Center .
At Mercy Hilltop Senior Center members enjoy a variety of exercise classes , educational programs , art classes , book club , local outings , access to a Registered Nurse and Social Worker , volunteer opportunities , and more . mercyhilltopcenter . com
Active retirees who retain their abilities can make positive engagements and impact . Keeping yourself healthy alleviates stress on you , your families , your finances , and the care systems . A community of independent seniors is a win for all of us ! Contributed by : Dina Scribner , Executive Director , Mercy Hilltop Senior Center
The Niagara Network is a group of business professionals affiliated with the human services industry . If you would like to join or find out more information about the group and its members , contact Katherine Reim at kreim @ specialolympicspa . org or 814.403.7397 .
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