Honeybee Hospice, Barrett Hospital & HealthCare, and The Southwestern Montana Family YMCA are thrilled to announce Dillon, Montana's inaugural Senior Health and Fun Fair. The event will be held on August 9th from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at the local YMCA, marking a significant community collaboration aimed at promoting the health and wellness of our beloved senior citizens.
The Senior Health and Fun Fair is designed to provide a joyful and informative day filled with various engaging activities and health informational booths from a wide variety of health-related agencies and services across Dillon. Attendees 60 years+ will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of discounted priced blood tests as well as mobility, balance, and fall risk screenings offered by Barrett Hospital & HealthCare, obtain discounted memberships from the YMCA to begin or maintain physical activity, and learn about end-of-life care from Honeybee Hospice.
Highlights of the event include:
** Health Screenings:** Blood screenings as well as mobility, balance, and fall risk
screenings provided by medical professionals from Barrett Hospital & HealthCare.
** YMCA Memberships: ** Memberships to help keep seniors physically active to
improve their balance, flexibility, brain health, strength, and aerobic activity.
**Speakers:** Informative session on senior wellness, as well as information on hospice
care and end-of-life planning, and Part C health plans that contract with Medicare.
**Raffle Prizes: ** Exciting raffle prizes from local businesses and supporters, giving
attendees a chance to take home great gifts.
**Luncheon: ** A delicious lunch will be served to all senior attendees.
"This fair represents our commitment to the health and happiness of seniors in Dillon,"
said Gina Miller, Registered Nurse and Director of Nursing at Honeybee Hospice. "We
believe that by bringing together resources and expertise from our organizations, we can
create a supportive and empowering environment for our senior community."
"Barrett Hospital & HealthCare is proud to be a part of this event," added Taylor Rose,
Chief Executive Officer from Barrett Hospital & HealthCare. "Preventative care and
wellness education are vital for maintaining good health, and this fair provides a perfect
platform to reach out to our senior population."
"The YMCA is all about building community and promoting healthy living at every age,"
stated Crissie Hansen, Program Manager from The Southwestern Montana Family YMCA.
"We look forward to engaging our seniors in fun and beneficial activities that encourage
an active and fulfilling lifestyle."
Event Details:
Date: August 9, 2024
Time: 9:30 am to 1:30 pm
Location: Southwestern Montana Family YMCA, Sloan Gymnasium at 75 Swenson Way,
Dillon, MT 59725
This event is free and open to all seniors 60+ in the Dillon area. One companion may
accompany a senior as needed to support their ability to attend. For more information,
please contact Jenny Ellis, Community Director, Honeybee Hospice at 406-439-0503.
Join us for a day of health, fun, and community as we celebrate Dillon's seniors and
work together to ensure their continued well-being.
About Honeybee Hospice:
Honeybee Hospice is owned, operated, and staffed by Montanans committed to helping
our communities navigate late-stage illnesses with ease, comfort, and clarity. Our
diverse team of medical, social, and spiritual practitioners specialize in end-of-life
processes, so we can put all our focus on the unique needs of patients walking their final
path. We place respect and openness at the center of our care philosophy, striving to
plant seeds of peace with every step we take alongside our patients. Our services
include comfort-focused medical care, medication management, regular in-home visits
by all members of the care team, 24-hour access to our nurses and medical director,
and individualized holistic support for both patients and families.
About Barrett Hospital & HealthCare:
Barrett Hospital & HealthCare is a nationally recognized healthcare institution in Dillon,
Montana, committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care across various
medical specialties. With a state-of-the-art facility, along with primary care and specialty
care clinics, and a dedicated team of medical professionals, Barrett Hospital &
HealthCare delivers comprehensive healthcare services to the local community. More
information can be found at www.barretthospital.org.
About The Southwestern Montana Family YMCA: The Southwestern Montana Family
YMCA is a 501(c)(3) not for profit charitable organization. Through a variety of programs
and services focused on the holistic development of children and youth, family
strengthening, and health and well-being for all, the Southwestern Montana Family
YMCA welcomes individuals of all ages, faiths, backgrounds, and income levels. Some of
the Southwestern YMCA goals are to teach and model character-building values to kids
and teens. To provide health and wellness opportunities for the whole family. To provide
a safe and welcoming gathering place for youth, teens and families from all segments of
the community. To provide a welcoming destination for youth, teens and families. To
create opportunities for older adults to stay active, build confidence and socialize. And to
provide a sense of belonging for youth and teens, especially low-income families. For
more information visit www.swmtf-ymca.org
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