Designed to help older adults and those with disabilities eat better

Putnam Independent Living Services, based in Brewster, will present free workshops at the Philipstown Recreation Center for older adults and adults with disabilities.

The first program, “It’s Your Health,” begins at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, and runs each week on Thursday until Sept. 29. The program is designed to teach participants the basics of healthy eating, stress reduction and adding more physical activity to the day.

On Thursday, Oct. 6, at 10 a.m., a dietician will lead “It’s Your Grocery Bag, Eating for Optimal Aging” to discuss how eating well can enrich your life and support the natural process of aging.

Registration is required; call Cecily at 845-424-4618 or email [email protected]. The Rec Center is located at 107 Glynclyffe Drive in Garrison, off Route 9D.

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