Living a Healthy Life – Chronic Pain Self-Management

The Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area is conducting a Chronic Pain Self–Management program, which ere developed at Stanford to help older adults better manage their pain. This program is offered to adults 60 years of age or older experiencing chronic pain.

During the program, participants will learn:

• Techniques deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation
• Easy exercises and nutrition plans for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance
• Appropriate use of medications
• Pacing activity and rest
• Communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals

This program runs for six weeks on Thursdays, September 7 through October 12.

Register by contacting Rhonda Thomas, CAPCOG health & wellness coordinator.

Read more about AAACAP EBI programs.