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PATH Program Coming to Dublin Community Senior Center

The Personal Action Toward Health program will start at the Dublin Center Sept. 18.

(Information provided by Kathy Gordinear, director.)

The Dublin Community Senior Center, in partnership with the Area Agency on Aging 1-B, is offering a free 6-week workshop to help individuals manage long term health conditions.

The Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) class will meet on Tuesdays from 1:30 p.m. until 4 p.m. at Dublin Community Senior Center beginning September 18, 2012.

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The PATH workshop provides information and skills to adults with chronic health conditions such as arthritis, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, bronchitis, asthma and depression. Workshops are run by trained leaders who hold informal, small group discussions and provide easy-to-understand course materials. Facilitators explain ways to reduce pain and stress, cope with fatigue, use medications wisely, and benefit from exercise. Participants also learn about self-help devices that can enhance daily activities. They are encouraged to practice these skills by making weekly action plans and helping each other to achieve their goals.

The PATH program is designed for individuals living with an ongoing health problem and/or a caregiver assisting someone with a chronic condition. It has been proven in studies to reduce symptoms and physician visits as well as increase self-management abilities and communication with doctors.

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Registration for the PATH workshop is necessary and enrollment is limited. To register, or for more information, contact 248-698-2394.


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