Tuesday, May 5, 2015

First Annual Senior Services Expo Today!

From Ann Gregg, Manager of Senior Services.
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The Senior Services Division is holding its 1st Annual Senior Expo on Tuesday, May 5th from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the new Senior & Community Center located at 61 Durant Terrace.

The Expo will feature 50 vendors consisting of businesses, non-profits, and city and state agencies. All of the vendors participating provide a valuable service to our city's older adults.  Several hundred attendees are expected throughout the expo, making it the largest event ever hosted by the Senior Services Division! Carpooling and/or taking advantage of the enhanced dial-a-ride service provided by Middletown Area Transit is advised.

This unique expo will highlight:

  • City/State Services
  • Community Services
  • Entertainment/Leisure/Recreation Activities
  • Health & Wellness Providers
  • Health Screenings
  • Homecare Services
  • Housing Options
  • Legal and Financial Services
  • Public Safety Agencies
  • Rehabilitation and Convalescent Centers
  • Volunteer Opportunities

There’s something for everyone!  A continental breakfast and cookout lunch will be provided to all attendees.  Mayor Daniel T. Drew is scheduled to speak in the Dining Hall at 10:30am.

Many of the vendors will be handing out promotional materials and giveaway items!  The Recreation & Community Services Department will also be raffling off 5 gift cards between 10am-3pm.

Pictures of the schedule of events as well as the floor layout are attached.  For additional information, please contact Senior Services at (860) 638-4540 or seniors@middletownct.gov .

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