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Aging Resource Center Events

Wed
11
Jan

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

  • Wednesday, January 11, 2023
  • 9:30 am to 12:00 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: Catherine Amarante, RN, MSN, and Sharon Feeney, 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, call 603-653-6847 or email Sharon.M.Feeney@hitchcock.org . Space is limited.

This program is comprised of six sessions on Wednesdays, January 11 to February 15, from 9:30 am to 12 pm. We request that you do your best to attend all classes.


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