Weston COA Weekly Update

Week of October 10-14

781-786-6280 20 Alphabet Lane westoncoa@westonma.gov website

Special Announcements:

Tuesday 11/15 is the final day to place your order for Thanksgiving meals for pick up or delivery! A reminder that meals are free for all Weston residents 60+
Intro to Charcuterie Boards with Weston Provisions is full!

Grub & Guts: Eating Well for a Healthier Microbiome

with Tricia Silverman, registered dietitian and wellness coach

Monday, November 14, 2:00-3:00 on Zoom

Learn about eating well for optimal intestinal health and a happier healthier microbiome. Discover what the microbiome is, how a nutritious way of eating can support it and how certain foods may make it more toxic. Hear about the link between fiber and colorectal health and walk away with strategies that can enhance your digestive health. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Understanding Back Pain and Tips for Improvement

with Joshua Kaplan, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Wednesday, November 16, 11:00-12:00 at the COA or
Wednesday, November 30, 11:00-12:00 on Zoom

Joshua Kaplan, Doctor of Physical Therapy, will discuss anatomy and pain management, including movements you can use to help decrease back pain. This program will be offered twice this month. Join us in person on 11/16 or on Zoom 11/30. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Sound Bath

Wednesday, November 16, 2:00-3:00 at the COA

Experience the power of sound and meditation to calm your nervous system, uplift your mood and create a healing environment for optimum health with sound therapist and musician Bernadette Yao. You will learn how to use your own breath and voice to lower stress and experience a deeply meditative Sound Bath with Bernadette’s collection of alchemy crystal singing bowls and healing voice. Call the COA at 781-786-6280 to register.

Support Group Meetings

Caregiver Support Group

Thursdays, November 3 & 17, 10:00-11:30 at the COA

Neuropathy Support Group

Thursday, November 17, 1:00-3:00 on Zoom
We will be joined by Pushpa Narayanaswami, Associate Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School and Vice-Chair of Clinical Operations, Department of Neurology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston.

COA entrance to the Weston Community Center

COA 101

Thursday, November 17, 5:00-6:00 at the COA

Get to know the COA with an introduction to all we have to offer, including a variety of programs, fitness, transportation, volunteer opportunities, referrals, and assistance you may not be aware is available for you. We will also cover specific ways in which the social workers can be helpful to you and your family. Advance sign up is requested but drop-in is welcome.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
3rd Annual Turkey Trail Walk

Saturday, November 19, 10:00 at the Weston Community Center, Meet at 9:50

Make sure you have your calendars marked for our 3rd annual Turkey Trail Walk! Lace up your walking shoes and hit the Legacy Trail with family, friends and Weston neighbors for our 3rd annual Turkey Trail Walk. Meet in front of the COA entrance at the Community Center at 9:50 for a 2.5 mile walk (with a shorter trail option available). Pre-registration is not required. All ages event – bring your friends and family! Co-hosted by the Weston COA & Weston Recreation Department