April 15 - May 20, 2024
Forever 55 - Cancer: Thriving & Surviving Workshop
Recreation and Cultural Center • 641 Plainsboro Road Plainsboro, NJ 08536 Organized by Township of PlainsboroAbout this event
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Ages 55+This program is offered by The Chronic Disease Coalition of Middlesex and Union Counties. All individuals are welcome, but individuals that have received a cancer diagnosis in the past, are currently undergoing cancer treatment, or care for someone with cancer would benefit the most from participating in this workshop. It gives participants the skills to coordinate all the things needed to manage their health, as well as to help them keep active in their lives and relationships.
Topics covered are: • Techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain, isolation, poor sleep and living with uncertainty• Appropriate exercise for regaining and maintaining flexibility, and endurance• Making decisions about treatment and complementary therapies• Communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals• Nutrition• Setting priorities and relationships
Each participant will receive a copy of the companion book: Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions, healthy snacks, and a completion certificate.
Free but Registration is Required
For more information, please contact the Department of Recreation and Community Services at 609-799-0909 ext. 1719. All registrations must be done online or in-person. Registrations will NOT be accepted over the phone.
Please note: All paid programs and activities are subject to a $2.75 fee when registering in-person. We only accept cash or check for in-person registrations. When registering online all paid programs and activities are subject to a convenience fee of 5.82% and is non-refundable.
Activity Sub-Category
Educational
Location
Meeting Room 1 at Recreation and Cultural Center
Age and Gender
Ages 55-255 · Co-Ed