Department of Senior Programs

The Department of Senior Programs currently offers Senior Sense, a series of trainings intended to increase awareness of the magnitude and seriousness of alcohol, prescription, and over-the-counter drug abuse among older adults. The educational strategy gives older adults a clearer understanding of the aging process as it relates to medications and alcohol; they learn the importance of good communication with healthcare professionals; and learn how healthy lifestyle choices including good nutrition, exercise and community involvement improve quality of life. All participants, older adults and staff, gain an understanding of how age-related stressors and life changes put an older adult at risk for increased alcohol consumption, and learn about resources and assessment tools to aid in diagnosis.

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For more information on the Department of Senior Programs, contact Director Barbara Clancey at 888-322-1918 ext. 521 or via email at bclancey@cpofnj.org.