12th Annual Essex County Senior Wellness Day

The Essex County Senior Wellness Day is free and open to all seniors residing in Essex County. Health screenings information about nutrition and exercise demonstrations will be available. Various Essex County agencies, including the Division of Senior Services, will have representatives on site to talk about available programs for which seniors are eligible. Also participating are area hospitals, senior day care facilities, local nursing homes and other social service providers.

Musical entertainment will be provided. All seniors will receive free refreshments and bagged produce. Admission to Turtle Back Zoo on the day of the event is free for seniors, but Carousel and Pony rides are $2 each and feed sticks at the Outback Adventure Aviary are $2.

For transportation to the event, please call 973-618-1280. For more information about the Essex County Senior Wellness Day, please call 973-621-4400.