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United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA and Geisinger health and wellness are offering a six-week program for those who have chronic or long-term conditions. This interactive group is open to the public and available at no cost. Participants 18 years or older meet once a week to learn how to improve their health. Caregivers, friends, and family are welcome to attend.

When: Every Thursday starting October 3 through November 14. *There will be no class on Oct. 31.

Time: 5:15 PM – 7:45 PM

Location: Henkelman Room, second floor of the Albright Memorial Library. Elevator access is available.

To register, please call Geisinger health and wellness department at 866-415-7138. Registration is required.

**October 17’s workshop will meet in the Community Room, located in the basement of the Lackawanna County Children’s Library (next door to the Albright Memorial Library).

Click here for a printable version of the flyer with class dates listed.

Workshop topics:

• Healthy eating and exercise
• Relaxation techniques and reducing stress
• Setting goals and problem solving to improve your health
• Making informed treatment decisions
• Managing your symptoms, pain and fatigue

You will:

• Make new friends
• Discuss symptom management
• Get tips for connecting and talking to your doctor

You will receive:

• Course book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions
• Relaxation CD