BRIDGTON – The Bridgton Community Center is offering the Living Well (chronic disease self-management program) to people with any chronic condition who want to take more control of their own health. Classes will meet from 1 to 3:30 p.m. every Thursday from Sept. 4 to Oct. 9 at 15 Depot St.
Living Well is a six-week program that teaches real-life skills for living a full, healthy life with a chronic condition. Common chronic conditions include heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and others. People with different chronic health problems attend together. Program participants report improved overall health, less fatigue and disability, more time spent in exercise, better nutrition, and improved communication with physicians.
Registration fee is $10 and $5 of this fee can be applied toward the purchase of course materials. Limited scholarships are available. Contact Lorraine at 647-3116 to register or request additional information.
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