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Are you an adult age 55 or older with an ongoing or long-term health condition or their caregivers? Put life back in your life and Take Control of Your Health. Sponsored by the Westfield Regional Health Department and SAGE Eldercare, you’ll get the support you need, find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment choices, and learn better ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health. 

If you have conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain, or anxiety, join us for this FREE, 2 ½ hour program at the Westfield Memorial Library, 550 E Broad Street in Westfield beginning on Tuesday, May 16 at 10 am.

This educational program offers six lessons that cover a wide range of topics. Participants will have an opportunity to meet new people and learn:

• How to manage your symptoms.
• How to get started with healthy eating and exercise.
• How to communicate effectively with your doctor.
• How to manage fear, anger, and frustration.
• How to make daily tasks easier.

Refreshments will be served at each lesson.

For more information, please contact Amy Lewis at 908-789-4070 ext. 4080 or alewis@westfieldnj.gov.