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The Lancaster County Office of Aging will be offering three health and wellness programs this fall. All programs are free and open to the public.
For more information or to enroll in any of these programs, call Derek Bendetti at Lancaster County Office of Aging at (717) 299-7979.
Diabetes Self-Management Program
The DSMP workshop will be held from 9-11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays, Oct. 4 to Nov. 8, at Lititz Senior Center, inside the Lititz United Methodist Church, 201 E. Market St., Lititz.
This six-week program is for individuals 60 and older living with diabetes, those who are at risk of developing diabetes, and their families.
Developed at Stanford University, the interactive workshops will cover topics including: techniques to deal with symptoms, exercise for maintaining and improving strength, healthy eating, appropriate use of medication, and working more effectively with healthcare providers.
Arthritis Foundation – Walk with Ease
Walk with Ease sessions will be held at the Lancaster Rec. Senior Center, 525 Fairview Ave., Lancaster, from Sept. 19 to Oct. 31 on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11 a.m. to noon.
Developed by the Arthritis Foundation, Walk with Ease is an interactive workshop specifically developed for people with arthritis who want to be more physically active. It is also appropriate for people without arthritis, particularly those with diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions.
While walking is the central activity, Walk with Ease is a multi-component program that also includes health education, stretching and strength exercises, and motivational strategies.
Each participant will receive a workbook that provides information on arthritis, managing pain and stiffness, self-monitoring, and how to overcome barriers.
Geri-Fit Exercise Program
The Geri-Fit program will be held at the Cocalico Senior Center starting Sept. 5 and the Lancaster Neighborhood and Columbia senior centers starting Sept. 6.
An ongoing strength training program for individuals 60 and older, Geri-Fit is a 45-minute class that meets twice a week and has been proven to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. Participants will perform exercises using dumbbell weights and resistance bands.
A certified instructor provides one-on-one instruction in the group setting, and each person is encouraged to work at his/her own pace. Dumbbell weights and resistance bands will be provided; participants should bring their own water.