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COMMUNITY CALENDAR COLON HEALTH UPDATE Wednesday, March 11, 10 a.m. Atlantic Health Pavilion, 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains FREE Lower your risk of colon cancer by learning how to keep your colon healthy and also about symptoms, screenings and the latest treatment options. Participants will receive a free take-home hemoccult kit to pre-screen for colon cancer. Lakeland Health Care Center will provide a light, healthy breakfast. Presented by Jonathon Stillman, MD. To register, call 844-472-8499. LUCRETIA COFFIN MOTT: QUAKER MINISTER, ABOLITIONIST AND SUFFRAGIST Friday, March 20, 11 a.m. Atlantic Health Pavilion, 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains FREE Join us as we visit with women’s rights advocate Lucretia Mott, who joined Elizabeth Cady Stanton in calling together the first women’s rights convention in Seneca Falls, NY. In this program Mrs. Mott will examine the list of grievances in the Declaration of Sentiments, a list which clearly detailed the lack of rights “enjoyed” by women in the United States and how much they would have to overcome before ever attaining the Elective Franchise – The Vote. This program is funded by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. Presented by Kim Hanley of the American Historical Theatre. To register, call 844-472-8499. TAME THE PAIN Wednesday, March 25, 10 a.m. Atlantic Health Pavilion, 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains FREE Learn the risks of prescription opioid use and the array of evidence-based, opioid- free pain management options for older adults. This program will help to reduce or discontinue opioid use by teaching healthy skills and alternatives such as physical therapy and yoga. Learn the skills to ensure healthier aging while managing your pain. Participants will enjoy refreshments and giveaways as well. Presented by NewBridge Services. To register, call 844-472-8499. SENIOR POLICE ACADEMY Tuesdays, April 7 to 28, 9:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Passaic County Police Academy 214 Oldham Road, Wayne The Passaic County Sheriff’s Office will host this award-winning four- week course to enlighten our senior community and improve their quality of life. Bagels and coffee are provided, and there will be a graduation ceremony and luncheon at the completion of the course. The program is presented in partnership with the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office, the Wayne Alliance for the Prevention of Substance Abuse and Atlantic Health System, Chilton Medical Center. NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY Wednesday, May 27, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wayne YMCA, 1 Pike Drive, Wayne FREE Please join us for this one-day event, which will include speakers, screenings, information tables, fitness classes, refreshments, giveaways and other fun activities. This event is a col- laborative project between Chilton Medical Center Nursing Education (NICHE), Community Health/New Vitality and the Wayne YMCA to promote health and fitness for our community’s older adults. To register, call 844-472-8499. WALK WITH A DOC HOLIDAY 2019 CHILTON MEDICAL CENTER 97 West Parkway Pompton Plains, N.J. 07444 973-831-5000 www.atlantichealth.org/chilton PHYSICIAN REFERRAL LINE 1-888-4AH-DOCS PRESIDENT CHILTON MEDICAL CENTER Stephanie Schwartz, FACHE EDITORIAL DESIGNERS James Emolo / Joseph Ritacco Chilton Magazine is published two times a year. All contents ©2019 North Jersey Media Group. All rights reserved. No portion of Chilton Magazine may be reproduced without permission. ON THE COVER Gina Westhoven of Lodi, N.J. Photo by Chilton Medical Center Every Third Wednesday of the Month, 9 - 10 a.m. Willowbrook Mall Food Court, Wayne Chilton Medical Center is proud to present the nationally-recognized Walk With a Doc program in our community. Participants will hear a short presentation on a health topic offered by a physician from the Chilton Medical Center community. Then, the doctor will walk with the group side-by-side, chatting with participants and answering questions. In this low-stress environment, you will have the opportunity to be active while learning and getting to know one of our physicians. Walk With a Doc is open to all levels and abilities. Anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult/parent/ guardian. For questions, call 973-831-5475. HOLD THE DATE: WINE EVENT Friday, April 24, 2020 Preakness Hills Country Club, Wayne For more information, call 973-831-5165. HOLIDAY 2019 CHILTON MAGAZINE