RNVA Presents Heart Healthy Breakfast at The Hearth in Southbury

 Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association (RVNA) is organizing a nutritional presentation on Tuesday, July 19^th entitled “Heart Healthy Breakfast” at The Hearth in Southbury.  So, what are the benefits of eating a heart-healthy breakfast? You might be surprised!

Join RVNA Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Educator, Meg Whitbeck and April Rodriquez, RVNA Community Health & Wellness Nurse as they provide an overview on heart health, including common cardiac issues (hypertension, high cholesterol, and congestive heart failure) and what the commonly prescribed medications actually do for these conditions. Learn how diet and lifestyle changes can treat and prevent these common cardiac issues and decrease the need for medications.  A nutritious heart healthy breakfast will be served with time for a Q & A session. This presentation will take place on Tuesday, July 19, from 9-11am.  This event is free and open to the public. Attendees should RSVP to The Hearth at Southbury at 203-437-6819. The Hearth at Southbury is located at 655 Main Street S in Southbury.

About The Speakers

Meg Whitbeck, MS, RDN, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Scranton and a Masters of Science degree in Food and Nutrition from Framingham State University. She is the Registered Dietitian and Nutrition at RVNA, where she designs classes for nutrition and meal planning geared toward healthy family meals, weight management, heart health and diabetes; as well as classes for seniors and caregivers.

April Rodriguez, RN received a BA from University of Connecticut and an ADN from Norwalk Community College.  Her background includes working in dermatology, general surgery and long-term care. She is currently Community Health & Wellness RN at RVNA.

About RVNA

Founded in 1914, RVNA is an accredited non-profit Medicare-certified home healthcare agency that also supports public health and safety, and promotes the highest quality of life.

RVNA provides compassionate care to all individuals, whether young or old, through a continuum of care that encompasses health care at home and in the community. RVNA also provides home health aides and companionship through a non-medical subsidiary called HomeCare by RVNA.

To Contact RVNA

Call RVNA at 203-438-5555. Visit RVNA at www.ridgefieldvna.org.