Aging Well
Fall 19
Explore Wellness, Education (All Virtual)
Evidence-Based Programs
The Aging Well Center is honored
to host evidence-based programs that
offer proven ways through defined
research to promote wellness and
manage or reduce health concerns
and/or falls. Class size is limited.
• Participants should have problemsolving
skills
• Restrictions may apply
• Free
• Pre-registration is required
A Matter of Balance
This evidence-based, Boston
University program manages falls
and helps to increase activity levels.
Participants will learn to:
• View falls as controllable
• Set goals for increasing activity
• Make changes to reduce fall risks
at home
• Exercise to increase strength and
balance
• The program consists of eight,
two-hour sessions
• Pre-registration is required
Building Better Caregivers
This evidence-based program created
at Stanford University provides tools
to caregivers regarding:
• Caregiver stress
• Dealing with difficult care partner
behaviors
• Getting help
• Making decisions about treatment,
housing, etc.
• Communicating effectively
with family, friends and health
professionals
• Dealing with caregiver and care
partner difficult emotions
• Planning for future needs
• Legal issues related to caregiving
• The program consists of six, two
and a half hour sessions
• Pre-registration is required
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Chronic Disease Self-Management
Program
This evidence-based, Stanford
University program helps manage health
concerns, increase activity and enjoy life
more. Participants will learn to:
• Manage pain
• Work with a healthcare team
• Manage other symptoms
• Use medication effectively
• Exercise safely and easily
• Handle difficult emotions, such as
depression, anger or guilt
• Communicate better about your
health with family and friends
• Problem solve
• Relax and reduce stress
• The program consists of six, twohour
sessions
• Pre-registration is required
Aging Well