Due to today’s weather (January 25), the informational open house for the Living Well with Chronic Conditions workshop has been rescheduled for Friday, January 27th beginning at 9:00am at the Mower County Senior Center. Open to the public. All are welcome.

Chronic diseases such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease are among the most common of all health problems in the U.S. The Stanford Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, known as “Living Well with Chronic Conditions” in Minnesota, is being offered at no cost by Catholic Charities-Diocese of Winona in partnership with the Mower County Senior Center and SHIP of Mower County.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a FREE group workshop designed to enable adult participants to build their confidence and skills in managing chronic health conditions while addressing specific concerns and goals for people with ongoing health problems. Participants set goals and make a personalized plan to improve and maintain their health. The Workshop is interactive and focuses on peer support.

Workshop sessions will take place at the Mower County Senior Center each Wednesday for six weeks from 9:00am to 11:30am beginning February 1, 2017. You do not need to be a member of the Senior Center to attend this free workshop. Open to the public and all are welcome!