Health & Wellness

Blood Pressure Clinic

Monday, October 6, 2025 | 11:00-12:00pm

Now offered twice a month. Drop-in, no registration needed. 

A trained healthcare professional will screen your blood pressure and blood oxygen levels.

Health Expo & Flu Shot Clinic

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | 10:00-1:00pm

Please join us for this important event — and this year we are offering a new format.

The Oakland County Health Department will be offering Flu Shots, both senior dose and regular dose as well as the Pneumonia vaccine, but new this year, we will be featuring two incredible speakers that focus on the issues and concerns that impact many seniors.

Peter A. Lichtenberg, PhD, distinguished professor, national speaker, author and longtime Director of the Wayne State Gerontology Department (1994 – 2024) will be speaking on the Pathways to a Fulfilling and Healthy Aging Experience.

Also featured, Kyra Jackman, Memory Care Advisor at Arden Courts, Bingham Farms will present, “Walk the Path of Dementia.”

We will also be offering a boxed lunch which will include a delicious sandwich, small salad, chips, dessert and a beverage for just $7.00, please order ahead of time.

Disability Made Easy, Rutkowski Law Firm, and Hinderliter Hearing Services will be our sponsors for the event and will be available throughout the clinic to discuss their sevices and answer questions.

Please remember to bring your identification and insurance cards. Most insurances, including Medicare are accepted.

Please call the office to schedule an appointment and order lunch. Walk-ins are welcome but may have a longer wait.

Walk the Path of Dementia- an Interactive Dementia Experience

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | 12:30-2:00pm

Kyra Jackman, Memory Care Advisor, Arden Courts Bingham Farms 

“Walk the Path of Dementia” is a powerful and engaging onehour presentation provided by Kyra Jackman, designed to raise awareness and understanding of dementia within the community. This program has been used in the training of local first responders, receiving positive feedback for its educational and interactive approach. The presentation provides a clear overview of dementia, including the most common types, key symptoms, and how it impacts individuals and their loved ones. Attendees will also learn practical ways to offer better support to those living with dementia in everyday situations. What sets this session apart is its hands-on, sensory-based experience. Through interactive components, participants will temporarily experience the sensory and cognitive challenges faced by individuals with dementia—building empathy and deeper understanding. 

Parkinson's Support Group

Monday, October 13, 2025 | 5:30-7:30pm

Second Monday evening of each month. 

The South Oakland County Parkinson's Support Group, sponsored by the Michigan Parkinson's Foundation, is a group of people who meet to learn more about Parkinson’s disease and the services available. This group brings together people with a common bond. So many people say, “And I thought I was the only one with this problem.” Come for camaraderie, support, and learn from each other. Groups include people with PD, care partners, friends, families and health professionals. Facilitated by the Michigan Parkinson's Foundation staff. For more information call 248-419-7170.

Drop-in, no registration necessary.

New! Low Vision Support Group

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 1:00-3:00pm

Henry Ford Health Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:00 – 2:30pm Free to Members and Future Members

This support group provides a comfortable environment to discuss the challenges of living fully with visual impairment. The group meets monthly to discuss their successes and challenges in daily life. Speakers on appropriate topics present occasionally as well. Many friendships have developed within the group. On occasion, the group takes day trips and attends parties. All of this is made possible by the fundraising of the Friends of Vision and grants. Please feel free to call Ashley Livshiz (Support Group Coordinator) with any questions. Office:313-936-1969/Mobile: 313-909-8724.

Vascular Care

Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 12:00-1:30pm

Dr. Syed Ahsan, MD

Vascular medicine is a field that focuses on specialized diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases outside of the heart. Dr. Syed Ahsan is a vascular medicine specialist and currently serves as the Medical Director of the Lymphedema Program at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. He is also the Section Head for Vascular Medicine at the institution and a hypertension specialist, where he leads a multidisciplinary team focused on improving outcomes for patients with complex vascular and lymphatic disorders. He will speak on vascular care, including the lymphatic system which helps to get rid of waste and other toxins, along with related causes of swelling. A light lunch will be served. 

Thank you to Henry Ford Health - our Health and Wellness Partner