Community Corner
Annual Seniorpalooza Health and Fun Fair on September 18 at the NSYMCA
Free community event includes vendors, health screenings, and a YMCA Education Series presentation offered by IBJI
Northbrook, IL: August 2022 – The North Suburban YMCA will host its 7th annual Seniorpalooza, a health and fun fair for older adults, on Wednesday, September 18 from 12 – 3pm. This free and open to the community event brings together a wide variety of local organizations offering wellness presentations, health screenings, giveaways, raffles prizes, and flu clinics.
The event offerings begin with a YMCA Education Series “Lunch and Learn” presented from 12-1pm by Illinois Bone & Joint Institute. Dr. Andrew Benck, MD will speak on “Bone Health - Understanding Osteoporosis.” The talk will give participants an understanding of osteoporosis and how crucial it is for early detection and prevention. Additionally, Dr. Benck will discuss the causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention strategies.
In-person seating and lunch are limited, but a podcast will be available on the YMCA website after the event. The first 50 participants that register will receive a FREE lunch courtesy of Illinois Bone and Joint Institute. After the lunch is sold out, another 40 may register, but will not receive a lunch. To register please CLICK HERE for Lunch and Learn Signup. Day of walk-ins will only be available if there is room and will not receive a lunch.
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Immediately following the presentation, the Health and Fun Fair will be open from 1-3pm in the NSYMCA gym. With over 40+ vendors, the fair will have local senior-focused organizations hosting information booths & free interactive health screenings, including hearing test led by The Hearing Health Center and Balance Screening by IBJI. Seniorpalooza now in its 7th year, typically brings in hundreds of community participants.
A flu shot clinic will be provided and administered by Ascension Saint Francis Hospital. Both the super flu shot, and the regular shots will be available, but super flu shots are limited. Walk-ins are welcome, but signing up ahead of time will ensure your spot. You may sign up at nsymca.org or CLICK HERE for Flu Shot Signup.
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Premier event sponsors for the event include Illinois Bone & Joint Institute, Allstate and Wintrust Community Banks.
Participating sponsors include Avantara - Libertyville, Avantara - Long Grove, Bella Terra - Wheeling, CJE SeniorLife, ComForCare Homecare, Comfort Keepers, HomeWatch CareGivers, Flourish Research Chicago, Legacy Tour and Travel, The Lodge of Northbrook, Margolis Weldon LLC, Matilin Law Group P.C., North Shore Place, Ruby's Therapeutic Massage, Snap Medical Wellness, United Healthcare, Warren Barr - Buffalo Grove, Whitehall of Deerfield and 25+ more vendors.
Here is still time to join and be a sponsor or a vendor please CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION or contact Kim Nyren at [email protected].
For more information about Seniorpalooza and to register for the lunch and learn and screenings, visit www.nsymca.org/seniorpalooza.
About the North Suburban YMCA:
The North Suburban YMCA services Northbrook and 14 surrounding communities with programs and tools that help its residents become healthier, more connected, and confident, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. The NSYMCA focuses on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility and is a charitable organization, inclusive and welcoming to all in our community. Learn more at www.nsymca.org.
