Chronic Disease Self Management Program Starts Oct 15th

Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services is once again offering a popular, six-week program entitled, "Healthy Living with Chronic Conditions". The program which was developed by the Stanford University School of Medicine, offers individuals living with arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, Parkinson's, and other chronic conditions to learn strategies to more effectively manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Instructors explore techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation; teach exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance; explain appropriate use of medications; and, offer effective communication techniques to usewith health professionals, family, friends.

Meetings will be held on Mondays, October 15th, 29th, November 5th, 19th, 26th, and December 3rd from 1:00 to 3:30. They will take place at the Cambridge Council on Aging, 806 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge. The location is easily accessible by public transportation. Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required. Call Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services (617) 628-2601 ext. 3151. This program is made possible with the generous support of W.R. Grace and the Charles H. Farnsworth Trust.