(225) 383-0638-PHONE
(225) 383-0631 FAX
2560 Court St.
Port Allen, LA 70767
The West Baton Rouge Council on Aging and Senior Center is designed to provide services to assist older adults, age 60 and over, with remaining and living independently in their homes. These services are provided for those who reside in West Baton Rouge Parish only.
The Senior Center is Open
1st & 4th Monday 7:30am -3:30 pm
Tuesday-Friday 7:30am -3:30 pm
Lunch served at 11:15 am daily &
10:00 am after Food Bank on 2nd & 3rd Mondays
Give us a call if there are any questions or concerns at (225)383-0638 .
Daily transportation available to and from the center;
MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE WITH FARE BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2025.
Young or old, it’s important to take care of yourself and prevent illness. But if you’re a senior, (age 65 or older}, something as simple as a common cold or the flu can progress and lead to complications. This includes secondary infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, an ear infection, or a sinus infection. If you have a chronic condition like diabetes or asthma, a respiratory illness can make things worse. Because of this, seniors need to make healthy choices to strengthen their immune systems and reduce the likelihood of illness.
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Eat a Healthy Diet
Along with physical activity, eating nutritious food in the correct amounts can help keep you healthy. Many conditions and illnesses including high blood pressure, obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis, can be controlled or even prevented with dietary changes and exercise.
Stay Physically Active
Physical activity can help you stay at a healthy weight, control or prevent illness, reduce stress, promote better sleep, avoid falls, alleviate depression, and improve energy levels. A fitness plan approved by a physician doesn’t have to be strenuous. Engaging in even low-impact exercises can help to maintain strength, flexibility, and balance and promote heart health.
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Focus on Prevention
There are many steps seniors can take to prevent healthcare issues including keeping up to date with preventative care screenings for cancer, cholesterol levels, heart problems, and more. Seniors also need to get vaccinations that can help prevent things like RSV, flu, and pneumonia. Protecting your skin from the sun can help prevent skin cancers. It’s also important to prevent injuries from falls by keeping walkways and paths clear in our homes.
Join In & Take Advantage of the Great Benefits of Socialization
"The importance of social interaction, for older adults especially, is massive. "
*Social interaction benefit #1: Improves mental health
When we’re socially engaged, we’re less likely to fall victim to mental illnesses, like depression.
Social interaction benefit #2: Improves physical health
There are so many physical benefits to your health that come with being socially engaged of which includes to: Lower blood pressure and potentially reduce risk for cardiovascular problems, some cancers, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
*Social interaction benefit #3. Improves brain health
We tend to have higher levels of cognitive function with increased social interaction.
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*Social interaction benefit #4. Gives you access to personal care and assistance
Your community, whether paid assistance, family members or friends, can help you with your personal care. There are people that assist with mobility, errands and doctor’s appointments.
*Social interaction benefit #5. Increases your growth and learning
Growth and learning are two things that greatly contribute to your brain health and your sense of fulfillment… and they can also contribute to your level of social interaction.
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