Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions

The Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area is conducting online versions of the Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions program for older adults. This six-week, evidence-based program teaches older adults, 60 and older, with chronic illnesses the skills needed in the day-to-day management of treatment and to maintain and increase one’s activities. This program will be offered based on interest.

Using a group setting to give a shared learning experience, the program teaches techniques that will let individuals do the following:

• Manage Symptoms
• Incorporate Exercise
• Monitor Nutrition
• Talk with Your Doctor
• Make Informed Treatment Decisions
• Deal with Emotions

This program runs for six weeks and will be delivered online. Participates will need to be able attend using a computer, smartphone or tablet.

Contact Jessica Martone, CAPCOG health, prevention and wellness coordinator, to check availability and express interest in the course.

The course is free, but participation is limited.