FREE Diabetes Self-Management Telephone Workshops from Home!
Learn about diabetes & pre-diabetes including:
- What to eat
- Low and high blood sugar
- Guidelines for when you’re sick
- Tips for dealing with stress
- How to set small and achievable goals
These are just some of the topics covered in a free weekly one-hour group telephone call for 6 weeks with a trained Live Well Leader!
Class size is limited, so register early!
Free books for all & a $25 gift card for workshop completers!
Wednesdays, Aug. 7–Sept. 11 from 6-7pm
or
Tuesdays, Aug. 20–Sept. 24 from 6-7pm
To register, call 203-757-5449 x 125
or email Debby at dhorowitz@wcaaa.org
Diabetes Workshops Flyer August 2024 (1)
Join a FREE 6-week workshop and learn how to better manage your ongoing health condition!
Participants only need a phone, no other technology!
Once a week, you just call our toll-free number to connect to the group call.
You will learn:
- Techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation & poor sleep
- Gentle exercises to help with pain
- Ways to improve your nutrition
- Appropriate use of medications
- Other helpful information for managing your pain day-to-day
Materials will be sent directly to participants at no cost and include Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain, a booklet of tips, and a relaxation CD.
Chronic Pain Flyer August 2024
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 dhorowitz@wcaaa.org
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 StonyRSVP@MaplewoodSL.com or call 203.207.4100.
