NEW CASTLE, Pa. (WKBN) – A new program in Pennsylvania can provide meaningful benefits to older adults, and it’s starting in Lawrence County.
The launch of WISE — Wellness Initiative for Senior Education — came at Challenges, which is an Options in Aging facility near New Castle.
Lawrence County is one of four counties across the state involved in the pilot program for WISE. The program focuses on substance use prevention and wellness.
The program quickly caught the attention of Agency on Aging Administrator Amy Cervone during a state meeting in October.
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Challenges Centers
Challenges’ centers provide educational, recreational and health-related activities to support the independence of older adults who live in Lawrence County. Many of the activities are free; others require membership.
New Castle
Shenley Square
2706 Mercer Rd.
New Castle, PA 16105
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
724-658-3729
Ellwood City
1405 Woodside Ave.
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
724-752-9435
