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Living Well with Chronic Pain
with Vicki Foster
When you’re in pain, it can be hard to focus on anything else. Stop letting pain pause your life! This six-week program explores how healthy eating, gentle-movement exercises and balancing activity and rest can help improve your quality of life. This class is open to adults who have chronic pain and their caregivers.
Living Well with Diabetes
with Emily Michaud
Does having diabetes feel like it’s limiting your life? You’re not alone. Our six-week program will help you feel better, gain control and connect with others having the same health challenges. Reach small goals together by sharing ideas and experiences, exploring healthier eating, moving more and monitoring blood sugar. Whether you want a diabetes management refresher or have a new diagnosis, this program can help!
A Matter of Balance
with Emily Michaud
A fear of falling can keep you from living your life to the fullest. The good news is that falls can be predictable and preventable. Our eight-session class will teach you strategies to reduce falling risks, increase activity and live your life again. You’ll also learn home modifications to make falls less likely and practice exercises to increase strength and balance.
Tai Chi for Inner & Outer Balance - Part 1
with Akiba Mermey
Discover your inner balance while practicing your physical balance. Based on the principles of Tai Chi for Health and Balance, this class further explores how focusing on physical balance through slow, continuous movements can help to cultivate peace and balance in all aspects of life. Experience the benefits of increased strength, reduced joint pain and mental clarity in this program.
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Tai Chi for Inner & Outer Balance - Part 2
with Akiba Mermey
If you’ve completed Tai Chi for Health and Balance – Part 1 and are ready to expand your practice, this program is for you! Enhance your knowledge and skills of the Tai Chi forms while further exploring how focusing on physical balance helps to create balance inside and out. (Note: Completion of Tai Chi for Health and Balance – Part 1 is required to participate in this program).
Tai Chi for Health & Balance - Part 1
with Linda Poirier
Tai Chi is an enjoyable, low-impact exercise that can help you improve balance, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent falls. It is an effective exercise that is easy on the joints and good for those with arthritis and balance issues. Take this 16-session class to improve the health of your mind and body.
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Tai Chi for Health & Balance - Part 2
with Linda Poirier
Have you completed Tai Chi for Health & Balance – Part 1 and are ready for more? Join this class to build on skills you learned in Part 1 and continue deepening your Tai Chi practice. (Note: Completion of Tai Chi for Health & Balance – Part 1 is required to participate in this program).
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American Heart Month: Confidence to Quit
with Emily Michaud
Tobacco use is a major risk factor for heart disease — but quitting is possible and support is available. Whether you’re ready to quit, thinking about it or just exploring options, this workshop offers a welcoming space to learn more. Discover the physical, emotional and financial benefits of quitting, learn about effective medications and how to access them and reflect on your personal reasons and triggers for tobacco use. Gain practical strategies, resources and encouragement to help you or a loved one take a step toward becoming tobacco-free.