Health, Aging & Wellness
Healthy Living with Ongoing Health Conditions , also named the Chronic Disease Self- Management Program (CDSMP), was developed for people with on-going health conditions - those who want to restore the feeling that they are living “with” a condition rather than letting “it” control them. Participants learn practical skills for managing their chronic health problems such as tools to communicate effectively with family, friends, and health professionals, problem solving and relaxation techniques which result in improved health status and proper utilization of the health care system. Participants receive a copy of the Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions . The CDSMP 2-hour workshop meets once a week for six weeks. A Matter of Balance® is a program for people who have fallen in the past, have a risk of falling and/or may be reducing their activities due to a fear of falling. Participants learn to view falls, and the fear of falling, as controllable; set realistic goals to increase activity; change their environment to reduce fall risk factors; and exercise to increase strength and balance. The A Matter of Balance interactive workshop includes 8 two-hour sessions and are led by two trained facilitators for 12-15 participants. What is EnhanceFitness®? EnhanceFitness, a low-cost, evidence- based group exercise and falls prevention program, helps older adults at all levels of fitness become more active, energized, and empowered to sustain independent lives. You can recognize an EnhanceFitness class by the relaxed atmosphere and
The Healthy Living with Diabetes , also known as the Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP), is an interactive 6-week workshop, (2.5 hrs./wk.), for people with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes. Developed by Stanford University, it is designed to help individuals manage your diabetes symptoms by helping you learn skills to better manage your diabetes day to day. Some topics include: • Ways to deal with diabetes symptoms, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, and emotional problems such as depression, anger, fear, and frustration. • Exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance. • Healthy eating. • Taking medications as prescribed. • Working more effectively with health care providers. Registered participants receive a copy of the book Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions . Bingocize® is a health education program that incorporates exercise, nutrition, and falls prevention within the game of bingo. Groups of participants play Bingocize® twice per week, with each one-hour session consisting of exercises (range of motion, balance, muscle strengthening, and endurance exercises) and health education questions. The program is delivered using a traditional bingo game along with lay leader using a printed curriculum, materials, and prizes. All programs require pre-registration and have a contribution fee. They are all offered in-person and remotely. For program information, please contact our Healthy Living Department at (520) 305-3410.
the laughter in the room. A full hour of fun, EnhanceFitness focuses on dynamic cardiovascular exercise, strength training, balance, and flexibility — everything older adults need to maintain health and function as they age. Beyond cuff weights, EnhanceFitness classes do not require any special equipment. A certified instructor, who has completed the EnhanceFitness training, will safely lead the class through an hour of exercises at a pace that’s right for the participants. Over 99% of program participants say they would recommend EnhanceFitness to a friend. The class is proven to: • Improve physical function • Decrease depression • Protect against falls and fall injury • Provide a social benefit • Promote a physically active lifestyle The Healthy Living with Chronic Pain , also known as the Chronic Pain Self- Management Program (CPSMP), is a 6-week, two-hour workshop that helps participants, and their support person, deal with the ongoing issues associated with chronic pain. Participants receive a copy of the Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain book, and a CD, The Moving Easy Program. Workshop participants will learn about: • Strategies to overcome problems such as frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep • About exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, endurance and pacing activity with rest • Appropriate use of medications and evaluating new treatments • Communication skills • The importance of good nutrition in pain management
Learn Practical Skills • Gain Self-confidence • Manage Fall Risks • Positive Changes & Healthier Living
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Pima Council on Aging
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