Centers for Healthy Aging
Find out more about Day Kimball's Geriatric
Assessment Program
Day Kimball Hospital’s Center for Healthy Aging offers a variety
of health, educational and other services for older adults age 60 and older
living in northeastern Connecticut, with the goal of helping them maintain
optimal health and independence.
The diversified wellness services offered by the Center for Healthy Aging
include: health screenings, such as blood pressure, footcare, bone density,
and breast exams; geriatric evaluations including functional assessments
and evaluation of memory loss; caregiver consultations; as well as legal
and financial counseling.
The Center’s staff includes a physician and an advance practice registered
nurse who specialize in geriatrics, a registered nurse, a cosmetician specializing
in non-diabetic foot care and an elderlaw attorney. The Center for Healthy
Aging works closely with Day Kimball Hospital staff, local physicians and
community agencies to coordinate care services.
Important reminders/things to remember
Appointments are recommended.
Geriatric Assessment Program
A consulting service offering comprehensive evaluation, planning and
treatment for seniors, their families and their healthcare providers.
The Geriatric Assessment Program is located at the Day Kimball Hospital Dayville Building,
11 Dog Hill Road, Dayville, CT. For more information please call 860-779-9270.
Who is eligible for services?
Older adults who have an existing primary care doctor are eligible. (Referral from your doctor is suggested.)
How do I get an appointment?
Appointments can be made by calling 860-779-9270. A full written
report will be sent to your primary care doctor after your visit.
Appointments can be made by calling 860-779-9270
Services Provided
Using our team approach we offer evaluation and planning services
for:
• Memory loss
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Dementia and related behavioral changes
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Anxiety / Depression
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Sleep Disturbances
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Functional loss
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Falls
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Home safety concerns
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Driving safety concerns
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Osteoporosis (thin bones)
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Medication concerns
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Involuntary weight loss
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Pain control / Palliative care
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Caregiver stress
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Determining optimal living environments
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End of life planning / care
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Financial / Legal / Insurance issues
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Advance Directives
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Ethical Treatment Dilemmas
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Case Management
Download the Center for Healthy Aging brochure
Click here to download the Senior Resource Directory!
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Contact Information |
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Phone: (860) 928-7122
or toll free 1-888-774-3992
Fax: (860) 963-3153
e -mail: Kathleen Demers, MS, APRN
Kdemers@daykimball.org
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Location |
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Day Kimball Hospital Dayville Building
11 Dog Hill Road, Dayville, CT
Quinebaug Valley Senior Center
69 So. Main St., Brooklyn
Plainfield Senior Center
Route 12, Plainfield |
Hours |
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Day Kimball Hospital Dayville Building
Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Quinebaug Valley Senior Center
Friday, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Plainfield Senior Center
Thursday, 9:00am – 2:00pm |
Physicians/Team members |
| Joseph Botta, MD, Geriatrician
Kathleen Demers, MS, APRN
Lucille Tetreault, RN, Nurse
Mary Jean Brown, Program Assistant
Terry Poirier, Cosmetician
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Related support groups or programs |
The Caregiver Support Group meets the second Thursday
of the month from 1:30-2:30 pm at 15 Marshall Street, Putnam.
For more information call (860) 928-7122. |
Related affiliates or organizations |
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Day Kimball HomeCare
An award winning home care agency that is part of Day Kimball Hospital.
The agency provides nursing, home health aide, rehabilitation therapy, medical
social work, hospice and palliative care services. Call (860) 928-0422 or
1 (800) 664-2442 in CT.
Day Kimball HomeMakers
A homemaker, chore and companion agency that provides non-clinical services
which helps clients remain independent in their own homes. The agency also
provides caregiver respite services and is affiliated with Day Kimball Hospital.
For more information call (860) 928-5441 or 1 (800) 540-0186 in CT. |
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