The Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association (RVNA) is offering an educational presentation on Wednesday, January 13, on the subject of “Aging with Attitude – A Coping Mechanism Seminar” at Ridgefield Crossings Senior Living in Ridgefield, located at 640 Danbury Road. Laura Switzer, RVNA Licensed Clinical Social Worker, will be the presenter. The seminar will focus on learning ways to avoid and cope with stress, depression, anxiety and other aging issues. The presentation begins at 2:00 pm and will be held at Ridgefield Crossings 3rd floor upper deck. Light refreshments will be served. Attendees should RSVP to (203) 403-4383. This event is free and open to the public.
About The Speaker
Laura Switzer, LCSW, ACSW received a Bachelor of Science in Public and Community Health from Southern Connecticut State University and a Masters degree in Social Work from Fordham University. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers and has been with RVNA for nearly thirteen years. RVNA’s medical social worker, Laura supports the patient and the patient’s family in a myriad of ways. She supports the emotional and social aspects of care and recovery, from long-term care planning and case management to advice on ways to reduce family stress.
Founded in 1914, RVNA is a fully-accredited Medicare-certified home health care agency that also supports public health and safety, and promotes the highest quality of life in Connecticut. Services include skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapies, social work services, disease management, an aging-in-place program, a travel health specialist, immunization and vaccination clinics, and educational and wellness programs.
To Contact RVNA
Call RVNA at 203-438-5555. Visit RVNA at www.ridgefieldvna.org.