Are you an adult with an ongoing health condition such as arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes or depression? Or do you care for someone who does? This workshop can help you be in control and feel better!
Practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue
∙ Better nutrition and exercise choices
∙ Better ways to talk to your doctor about your health
∙ Communication techniques to make your needs known
∙ How to make a step-by-step plan to improve your life!
Dates: Mondays, August 5–September 16
Time: 10am—11am
To Register: Call 203-757-5449 x 125 or email Debby at [email protected]
Participants only need a telephone and connect from home!
Books and CD’s will be mailed out and are yours to keep!
Space is limited, so sign up today!
Chronic Conditions Flyer August 2024
Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder (MOM) is a researched and proven program designed to give women the tools they need to take control of bladder and bowel leakage. Join a MOM workshop and learn strategies for preventing or lessening symptoms including information sharing, group activities, simple exercises, and dietary changes. With practice, these new skills are proven to help you avoid or reduce leakage so you can keep doing the things that matter most to you.
3 sessions. 6 hours. Feel better and do more.
See the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging for more information about the program.
NAVIGATING THE HOLIDAYS WITH DEMENTIA
Presenter: Christine Marnelakis, MOT, CDP, MC Director, Maplewood at Stony Hill
Whether you are looking to deepen your knowledge of dementia care, seek support and guidance, or simply learn more, the Candid Conversations series offers a safe and welcoming space to engage in meaningful conversations with experts and individuals. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of dementia and the resources available to support those affected by it. Dinner will be served.
RSVP to Amy Palagonia at [email protected] or call 203.207.4100.
PPROACHING DEMENTIA WITH CARE: NUVANCE’S GERIATRIC ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
Presenter: Colleen Linari, APRN, Geriatric Assessment Program at Nuvance
Whether you are looking to deepen your knowledge of dementia care, seek support and guidance, or simply learn more, the Candid Conversations series offers a safe and welcoming space to engage in meaningful conversations with experts and individuals. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of dementia and the resources available to support those affected by it. Dinner will be served.
RSVP to Amy Palagonia at [email protected] or call 203.207.4100.
NOTES OF COMFORT: THE HEALING INFLUENCE OF MUSIC FOR SENIORS WITH DEMENTIA
Presenter: Rafel Sgammator, Music Therapist
Whether you are looking to deepen your knowledge of dementia care, seek support and guidance, or simply learn more, the Candid Conversations series offers a safe and welcoming space to engage in meaningful conversations with experts and individuals. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of dementia and the resources available to support those affected by it. Dinner will be served.
RSVP to Amy Palagonia at [email protected] or call 203.207.4100.
