University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center has been named recipient of the 2008 Inaugural Older Adult Independent Living Award in the health care category, presented by the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging (WRAAA).
An awards reception on July 31 celebrated individuals, organizations and businesses throughout Northeast Ohio that help make a difference for older adults by supporting independent living and supporting their health and well-being.
Throughout the past year, Geauga Medical Center has worked closely with the Geauga County Department on Aging to produce a successful monthly series of Wonders Seminars featuring physicians who present on a variety of health topics, free and open to the public.
“By educating, involving and recognizing Geauga’s seniors,” says Sally Bell, executive director of the Geauga Department on Aging, “UH Geauga Medical Center is continually demonstrating its belief that all members of society have value and worth. Older adults need a community that is devoted to the same values to which they are personally committed.”
In addition to free community education programming, UH Geauga Medical Center provides an expanding range of inpatient and outpatient health care services to accommodate the region’s changing demographic trends. Free seminars are also available for people experiencing knee, hip, shoulder or back pain.
For more information on community health programs from UH Geauga Medical Center or to request a free booklet with the complete program schedule, call 440-285-7757.