MGPL Wants You to "Take Charge of Your Health!"

Age Options will present "Take Charge of Your Health: Live Well, Be Well," a six week series of workshops at MGPL begining Sat., Oct. 1st at 1:30.

This exciting interactive series of evidence-based workshops is for older adults and their caregivers. Each 2 ½-hour session provides information and self-management skills for older adults with a chronic disease and their caregivers. Participants learn how to cope with fatigue, pain, and isolation that may be related to ongoing health conditions; exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and endurance; use of medications; communication with family, friends, and health professionals; good nutrition practices; problem solving, brainstorming, and other techniques. Limited to 20; registration is required. Refreshments will be served at each session.

10/1 1:30-4
Session 1: Focuses on distraction techniques to manage symptoms.

10/8 1:30-4
Session 2: Focuses on how to deal with difficult emotions; physical activity and exercise.

10/15 1:30-4
Session 3: Focuses on pain and fatigue management and muscle relaxation.

10/22 1:30-4
Session 4: Focuses on healthy eating and communication skills.

10/29 1:30-4
Session 5: Focuses on making informed treatment decisions; depression management and positive thinking.

11/5 1:30-4
Session 6: Focuses on working with your health care professional and the health care system.

To register call (847)929-5101, stop by the Reference Services desk, or visit our website.