(225) 383-0638-PHONE
(225) 383-0631 FAX
2560 Court St.
Port Allen, LA 70767
Public Service Announcement
West Baton Rouge Council on Aging will host its Annual Membership Drive from April 3, 2024, and will close on April 24rd, 2024. The Annual Membership Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 10:30 A. M. at the West Baton Rouge Council on Aging, 2560 Court St., Port Allen, Louisiana. The meeting is open to the public. You must be a member of the WBRCOA to vote. Please call 225-383-0638 for more information on becoming a Member of the Council or if you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors, please contact our office before April 24, 2024.
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 8:30am -2:30 pm
Tuesday-Friday 8:30am -2:30 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 center.
April is national “Stress Awareness Month” and a good time for seniors and the elderly to take stock of your mental health. Time to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Knowing how to manage stress can improve mental and physical well-being as well as minimize exacerbation of health-related issues. When is the last time you did that? Or should we ask if you have considered your mental health?
Seniors often have their mental health issues misunderstood.
Here are eight common mental health conditions the World Health Organization identifies in the elderly and seniors.
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Anxiety disorders
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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Addiction
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Bipolar disorder
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Delirium
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Late onset schizophrenia and other psychosis
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Depression
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Dementia
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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