St. Charles Parish seniors gathered on a recent Tuesday for an event tailored to their specific needs and interests. The Triad Senior Day, held on October 28, at the Judge Edward Dufresne Community Center, was hosted by Sheriff Greg Champagne and catered to the elderly of the parish, providing much more than your average meet and greet. According to a post from the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office's Facebook page, over 25 vendors were on-site to distribute information valuable to the senior community.
Attendees at the event received information and flu shots provided by Access Health Louisiana and Walgreens. Entertainment included DJ Rudy Kael and the Destrehan Anytime Fitness line dancers. Lunch was served, and guests had the opportunity to win door prizes. Guest speakers included Dr. Taylor Nicks from Ochsner Health and Allison McGuinness from the Attorney General’s office.
The day-long Triad Senior Day event in St. Charles Parish was sponsored by several organizations serving the senior community, including the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office, St. Charles Parish TRIAD, Prime Time Seniors, United Way of St. Charles, the Council on Aging, and St. Charles Parish. Parish President Matt Jewel provided the Community Center for the gathering, and Sheriff Champagne thanked attendees for participating and noted the honor of hosting the event for the senior community, as per the St. Charles Parish Sheriff's Office's Facebook page.
The annual Triad Senior Day provides seniors in St. Charles Parish with a social gathering and access to essential services and information. Despite challenges posed by the pandemic, the event has continued, offering resources and support to older residents in the community.
