Health Centers to Host Book Club for Seniors

CLEVELAND - In June, City of Cleveland Health Centers will launch a monthly book club for seniors. Registered club members will receive books or audio books on loan from the Cleveland Public Library and then will meet monthly to discuss the book, enjoy healthy snacks and receive senior-specific health information. There is no charge to attend, and all seniors are welcome with registration.

“Our health centers are very community-focused, and the Senior Book Club project underscores our commitment to our patients and the quality of life in our community,” explains Karen Butler, Commissioner of Health at the Cleveland Department of Public Health. “We expect to see that the simple act of gathering to discuss a common story will promote mental health, build a sense of community, and strengthen book club members’ connection to the health centers and the services we provide.”

The Senior Book Club project is supported by several community partners: City of Cleveland Departments of Public Health and Aging, Cleveland Public Library, Ohio Department of Health, MetroHealth, Ohio State University Extension, Department of Veterans Affairs and Playaway.

Senior Book Club locations, dates and registration details are listed below.
June 13, 2008
J. Glen Smith Health Center, 11100 St. Clair Avenue
Call (216) 664-2362 for times and to register

June 20, 2008
Thomas F. McCafferty Health Center, 4242 Lorain Road
Call (216) 939-0699 extension 3578 for times and to register

June 27, 2008
Miles-Broadway Health Center, 9127 Miles Avenue
Call (216) 429-8200 for times and to register

For more information about the Senior Book Club project or services offered at health centers, contact Kathy Rothenberg at (216) 664-2362.

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