RANGELEY — Those who have, or have a loved one with, diabetes, arthritis, heart trouble, depression or another long-term health condition can find information and support at Living Well for Better Health workshops, sponsored by SeniorsPlus and held at Rangeley Family Medicine.
The free six-week workshops, held once a week, provide information “to help you to feel better and manage your health,” organizers said. Participants will learn how to make daily tasks easier, relax and manage stress and new ways of finding support for and solutions to health concerns. The Living Well workshop has been shown to reduce hospitalizations by improving a person’s ability to take care of their health, according to organizers.
The next session begins April 27 and runs through June 1. Each class is for two and a half hours. Discussion and activities focus on topics such as dealing with frustration, exercising at your level of ability, working with your healthcare provider, setting personal goals, managing pain, healthy eating and improving communication skills. A family member, friend or caregiver can also participate.
The workshops are held at Rangeley Family Medicine, 42 Dallas Hill Road. To register or for more information, contact Cecilia Natale at SeniorsPlus, toll free at 1-800-427-1241.