To Age Well is to Live Well

 

Powerful Tools for Caregivers:  If you are caring for a loved one at home, this educational workshop for family caregivers (no professional caregivers, please) will help you learn relaxation techniques; to communicate effectively with other family members, doctors and paid help; to reduce stress, guilt and anger; and to set goals and problem-solve. This program will help you take care of yourself while caring for a loved one. Each participant will receive a how-to book to accompany the class content. The workshop meets once a week for 6 weeks. Tuesdays, March 13 ^th- April 17 ^th 2018, 1:00-3:30 pm at the Johnstown Senior Center.  The class is FREE, but registration is required. To register, call (970) 400-6130.

 

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A Matter of Balance: Learn ways to reduce the fear of falling and break the fear of falling cycle by increasing activity levels. This award-winning program focuses on practical coping strategies. A variety of activities address physical, social and cognitive factors affecting fear of falling. This workshop meets once a week for 8 weeks. Wednesdays, March 7 ^th-April 25 ^th 2018, 1:30-3:30 pm at the Eaton Area Community Center. The class is FREE for people 60 and older, but registration is required. To register, call (970) 400-6117.

 

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Healthier Living: Be proactive and learn tools to become a better self-manager of your chronic condition(s) like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, COPD, pain, etc. Learn to apply the knowledge you already know, such as proper nutrition, developing an exercise program, problem-solving, relaxation techniques and setting achievable goals. This workshop meets once a week for 6 weeks. Wednesdays, May 2 ^nd-June 6 ^th 2018, 1:30-4:00 pm at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley. The class is FREE for people 60 and older, but registration is required. To register, call (970) 400-6117.