Broward Coalition on Aging
Working Together to Improve the Quality of Life for Seniors
Monthly Meetings
BCOA meets the 2nd Thursday
of each month
Currently, due to the pandemic,
general monthly meetings are VIRTUAL on Zoom
Optional informal networking starts at 8:15am
Meetings run at 8:30am – 10:00am
Meetings include:
Connections, Networking, Camaraderie, Zoom Chat, Self-Introductions and an Educational Presentation on an Elder Issue or a topic of Professional Development.
In addition, BCOA hosts monthly Live & In-Person Members Only Gatherings (varied days, times) including Connections, Networking, Camaraderie, Self-Introductions, Food & Drinks, and Socializing.
First-Time Guests may be invited depending on the location
Look for monthly emails with a registration link. If you are not yet a BCOA Member,
Click to JOIN BCOA
NEXT MEETING: Thu, Oct12, 2023
BCOA Monthly
Networking Meeting
Connections
Networking
Camaraderie
Zoom Chat
Self-Introductions
Educational Presentation
Maintaining a
Healthy Aging Brain
presented by Erika Marulanda, MD
Brain health can be affected by age-related changes in the brain, injuries such as stroke or traumatic brain injury, mood disorders such as depression, substance use disorder or addiction, and diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. While aging may bring some degree of mental decline, individuals can proactively maintain a healthy aging brain and prevent memory lapses, and more seriously, dementia. A growing body of scientific research suggests that small lifestyle changes can really add up.
Dr Erika Marulanda-Londono, Neurologist at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, will discuss brain health, offer suggestions for impactful lifestyle modifications, and provide an understanding of the potential risk factors for cognitive health including the new research that shows connections between brain health and gastrointestinal conditions, high blood pressure and hearing loss.
About the Presenter:
Dr Erika Marulanda is a neurologist specializing in stroke and is Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in the Department of Neurology. She received her MD degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
in 2011. As the Associate Program Director for the Neurology Residency program, Dr Marulanda has a focus on medical education, as well as research in stroke systems of care, and health disparities in neurologic care.
With Appreciation to:
BCOA’s Sep 2023 Meeting Sponsor
Enhanced Living Consultants
LIVE & IN-PERSON GATHERING
BCOA hosts a monthly in-person networking opportunity
Take a Break for Lunch with BCOA
at its Live & In-Person Lunch Gathering
Wed Sep 27, 2023
11:30am-1:30pm
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Location: St Elizabeth Gardens
a Senior Living Location of Catholic Health Services
This location has limited capacity
Because registration is limited, please register only if you are sure you will be able to attend
and cancel with minimum 24 hours notification if your schedule changes
Perhaps you’ll want to Join BCOA and enjoy all of the membership benefits
JOIN BCOA
Questions: [email protected]
Please Note: In-Person events have space limitations and priority is given to our Current BCOA Members.
Depending on the space guidelines from our gracious hosts, First-TIme Guests may be invited to REGISTER or
First-Time Guests may request space on the WAITING LIST and will be notified if space is available.
BCOA Members look forward to meeting new guests each month and hope we’ll be able to confirm a waiting list request for you.
Thank you for your cooperation.
More Fun Photos Coming Soon
from other BCOA Live & In-Person Gatherings
See some photos below from April’s Live & In-Person Gathering at Artis Senior Living of Davie
Click to view MORE PHOTOS from previous gatherings
Upcoming Meeting Dates:
- Jul 11, 2023
- Aug 10, 2023
- Sep 14, 2023
Previous Meetings
Garden Plaza has hosted BCOA monthly breakfast meetings until COVID-19 necessitated a move to virtual meeting. We appreciate their support.
Garden Plaza at Inverrary offers a dynamic retirement lifestyle in a beautiful independent living and assisted living community. Residents enjoy resort-style surroundings and premier services and amenities, with helpful associates to take care of life’s tedious details such as housekeeping and maintenance.
Located in Lauderhill Florida, Garden Plaza’s climate features warm temperatures and ocean breezes year-round so residents can enjoy outdoor activities including golf at numerous courses in the surrounding community and an on-campus putting green.
Assisted living residents are also provided aid in activities of daily living to ensure their well-being. Garden Plaza of Inverrary accommodates a diverse range and changing set of senior needs, all in one location. The continuum-of-care campus offers not only independent living and assisted living, but also skilled nursing and rehabilitation services through Life Care Center at Inverrary.
Professional staff at each location work with each resident’s individual needs while also encouraging them to live the most independent and fulfilling life possible. Garden Plaza provides nutritious, gourmet meals in elegant dining rooms as well as social and educational programs, wellness programs, beauty salon and barbershop, a jacuzzi, a library, cozy lounge areas and more.
With safety and well-being as a #1 priority, the campus is equipped with a 24-hour emergency response system. This service is closely monitored by on-site staff to aid in providing security and peace of mind. You are invited to tour this senior living community to discover how it can be an ideal fit for you or your loved one.