The public is invited to take part in the upcoming Better Choices, Better Health workshop series offered by Agency on Elderly Affairs.
The free 6-week program begins Feb. 23.
Classes will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. every Monday at Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall in Līhu‘e. Enrollment is limited to 15 participants and pre-registration is required.
Participants are encouraged to attend all six sessions to gain the greatest benefit from the series.
Better Choices, Better Health — developed by the Self-Management Resource Center — is designed to support kūpuna in building confidence and skills to manage chronic conditions while maintaining active, fulfilling lives. The program also emphasizes the importance of self-care and healthy aging.
Workshop topics include:
- Fall prevention and better breathing techniques.
- Appropriate exercise for strength and endurance.
- Healthy eating.
- Proper use of medications.
- Working more effectively with healthcare providers.
Participants will create weekly action plans, share experiences, and support one another in overcoming challenges as they develop and carry out their self-management strategies.
Visit the Hawai‘i Healthy Aging Partnership website or contact Johnny Yago at 808-241-4898 or via email at jyago@kauai.gov for additional information about the workshop series.
