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Aging Resource Center Events

Mon
5
Feb

VIRTUAL-Living a Healthy Life: Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

  • Monday, February 5, 2024
  • 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Virtual event

This is a virtual event. If you have questions about how to connect to the event, please contact the event host.

Leaders: Sharon Feeney, BA, and Chiz Horiuchi, BA

This is a free 6-week, online, evidence-based program to help you with symptoms of chronic illness.

In this program, you will discuss strategies to:

  • Deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep
  • Exercise appropriately to maintain and improve strength, flexibility, and endurance.
  • Use medications appropriately.
  • Communicate effectively with family, friends, and health professionals.
  • Practice good nutrition
  • Balance activity and rest
  • Evaluate new treatments.

Participants will receive a copy of the book “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions,” an exercise CD, and a relaxation CD. They will also make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other address any issues with their self-management.

If you have questions or would like to register, contact Sharon Feeney (603-653-6847 or email Sharon.M.Feeney@hitchcock.org) or Chiz Horiuchi (603-653-3471 or email Chizuko.Horiuchi@hitchcock.org). Space is limited.

This program is comprised of six sessions on Mondays, February 5 to March 11, from 12:30 to 3 pm. We request that you do your best to attend all classes.


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