Dear Friends, The summertime is a time of fun and relaxation for most people. But for seniors, if the proper precautions aren't taken the heat and sun can be dangerous. Here are some great tips that can make sure you have a fun, safe summer: Stay hydrated, make sure your medications are not affected by the heat, speak to your doctor, stay cool, stay in touch with your family/friends, wear the correct clothing for the heat, protect your eyes, know the risks of hyperthermia, wear sunscreen, apply bug spray, and exercise smart. During normal business hours Park Place is a Cooling Center. After hours, Park Place will remain Patricia Jones, M. Ed open when the temperature is above 90 degrees. Feel free to join us at Park Place, 414 S. Lewis Ave. Waukegan Township We are only a few weeks away from our annual 5K event! There’s still time to register to support this Supervisor family fun fundraising event. This year will be our 17th year! A huge thank you goes to the community for your continued support. Remember, another way to show support is by making a donation by mail or online at www.waukegantownship.com. Donations are tax deductible and go directly toward providing services to adults 55 and better. Shuttle bus service will be provided from Park Place to & from the race site. The shuttle will depart Park Place at 8am and continue to pickup and drop-off at Independence Grove every 15 minutes,. up until 9am. After 9am, the shuttle will continue to pickup and drop-off at independence Grove every 30 minutes until noon. Joining a support group can make a tremendous difference in how well you cope. In support groups people share personal strategies and techniques on how to cope and better their lives. You can benefit from interacting with others in your situation and your participation can strengthen compliance with some physicians' recommendations. Park Place offers the following Support Groups:
Alzheimer’s Support meets the 4th Tuesday of each month - 10am-11am Grandparents & Other Relative Caregivers Support meets the 2nd Monday of each month - 5:30pm-7pm & the 4th Tuesday of each month - 11am-12pm The Lollie Drew Low Vison Support meets the 2nd
Tuesday of each month - 11am-12pm Grupo De Apoyo En Espanol Support meets the 2nd Friday of each - 11am-12pm Coping With Loss Support Group meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month - 10am-11am.
Park Place takes an integrated approach to focus on the whole you. The facility offers Educational Programs, Support Groups, and Health Workshops.
Registe r onli ne: www.wa uk ega nt ow ns hip. com
At Independence Grove 16400 W Buckley Rd, Libertyville, IL
Register online: www.waukegantownship.com
Finish Line Celebration Medal to every participant Register in Person: Trophy to winners in 5K for Labor Day Headquarters, Park Place 414 S. Lewis Ave., Waukegan, IL each category!
Professional Timing Service!
Registration day of event at race site: 7:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. / 9:00 a.m. - Race
Waukegan Township will provide shuttle bus service from Park Place to and from the 5K Labor Day location. Free of charge. All proceeds from A 5K For Labor Day go directly toward providing services to adults 55 and better. For information or sponsorship opportunity call 847-244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.