KENNER, LA - Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner is committed to serving patients of all ages in the community, especially the local senior community. In keeping with this commitment, OMC- Kenner is hosting a free "Senior Day" event for local seniors and their families on Friday, August 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This event is open to the community, and will feature:
• Fun activities like dancing and a cooking demo
• Educational classes on topics including computers, insurance, and rehabilitation
• Health screenings
• Vendors
• Door prizes
• Lunch and much more
OMC-Kenner consistently caters to local seniors by offering events and relevant speakers, such as a recent visit to the Kenner Council of Aging Center, where Ochsner's Nurse Manager of the Diabetes Management Program spoke to seniors about diabetes, checking blood sugar levels, and hypoglycemia.
The Senior Day event is free and all are welcome, but spots are limited. To register, call 1-866-OCHSNER (1-866-624-7637) between 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday through Friday.