Media Advisory - Media Event and Photo Opportunity - Community Engagement Session in Komoka Focusing on Programs and Services for Older Adults

LONDON, ON, Jan. 17, 2013 /CNW/ - The South West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) is bringing together local health care providers to update residents on what programs and services are available for older people and their families in West Middlesex.

Presentations from:

• Darren Micallef from Sprucedale Care Centre in Strathroy will share some Long-Term Care Home facts and myths
• Tania Mulligan from VON Middlesex will discuss what programs and services are available for older adults
• Karen Johnson from London Health Sciences Centre's Geriatric Mental Health Program will provide an update on how Behavioural Supports Ontario is helping older adults with challenging behaviours

This event is open to the public.

Details:
			Date:		Wednesday January 23, 2013
			Time:		7:15-8:30 pm
			Location:		Komoka Community Centre  133 Queen Street
					Komoka, Ontario
			Room:		Main Hall

If you are unable to attend, follow the South West LHIN on Twitter for live updates. Video of the event will be posted on the South West LHIN's YouTube page the following day.

 

SOURCE: South West Local Health Integration Network

For further information:

Media contacts:
Annabelle Mackey
[phone] ext.2573
[email protected] 
Toll-free: 1 866 294-5446
Cell: [phone]

or

Teresa Lannin
[phone] ext 2594
[email protected]
Toll-free: 1 866 294-5446
Cell: [phone]