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The 40th Annual U.P. Senior Citizen's Convention and Expo
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The 40th Annual Upper Peninsula Senior Citizen’s Convention and Expo will be held Thursday, September 18, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. (EDT) in the Ruth Butler Exhibition Building at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba. This year we are “Celebrating the 1940’s” and will be paying tribute to our Armed Forces.
The convention is being co-sponsored by Marquette General Health Systems and the U.P. Area Agency on Aging/UPCAP, the annual coordinator of the event.
The morning’s activities will include several informational exhibits, health screenings, raffles, glamour shots, bingo with cash prizes, and a silent auction. Exhibitors will provide free blood pressure checks, oxygen testing, and other health screening. As always, information pertaining to all programs important to seniors will also be on hand.
Flu and pneumonia vaccines will also be available this year for a fee, but Medicare will be billed for those covered by Medicare Part B. People on Medicare wishing to participate in the immunization clinic should bring their Medicare card.
The afternoon’s general session will feature Dr. James Surrell from Marquette General Health Systems. Dr. Surrell, a Digestive Health Specialist, will speak to the group about cancer prevention.
Additionally, Karen Salo from the YMCA will be demonstrating “armchair” exercises.
Topping off the event will be entertainment featuring “The Bright Spots” and Bill Moore. A costume contest is will be held for those who wear their best military attire or a 1940’s era costume. The first place winner will receive $100!
The convention registration fee is $7.00 per person. This includes a continental breakfast and a noon dinner featuring barbecued ribs, twice baked potatoes, cole slaw, and pineapple upside down cake.
The Ruth Butler Building is handicap accessible and volunteers will be available to assist with the noon meal if necessary. Senior Citizens throughout the Upper Peninsula are encouraged to attend this event in their favorite western gear and enjoy a day guaranteed to be filled with education, food, fun, and prizes!
For further information about the 40th Annual U.P. Senior Citizen’s Convention & Expo, and to obtain registration materials, contact the U.P. Area Agency on Aging by simply dialing 2-1-1 from anywhere in the U.P. You may also register at the UPCAP office, located at 2501 14th Ave. South in Escanaba. The deadline to register is September 12, 2008.
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FY2008 Area Agency on Aging - Annual Implementation Plan
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FY2008 Area Agency on Aging - Annual Implementation Plan
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Regional Jail Study
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UPCAP is requesting proposals for consulting services to conduct a study on: 1. Potential uses of closed correctional facilities in the U.P. of Michigan and, 2. The feasibility of a regional jail in the U.P. of Michigan.
Proposals with three copies and one (1) original CD/DVD ROM containing only one PDF file will be received by UPCAP, P.O. Box 606, Escanaba, MI 49829 by 4:00 p.m. EDT on June 23, 2008.
Late responses will not be accepted; faxed resonses will not be accepted. E-mail responses will not be accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact Jonathan Mead or Becky McIntyre at (906) 786-4701.
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PATH (Personal Action Towards Health) PROGRAM
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PATH (Personal Action Towards Health) is a Chronic Disease Self-Management Program that is designed to be a part of your current medical treatment. PATH is a six week program that teaches practical skills for living a healthy life with an ongoing health condition. Classes meet for 2 ½ hours once a week for six weeks. Click on the link above to download a printable brochure.
For more information or to register for a class in your area, please contact Tonya LaFave at 1-800-305-8137.
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