Health Education
Crater District Area Agency on Aging sponsors many health and safety educational groups that will Educate, inform, and enhance the quality of life for the senior citizens who reside in the Crater District service area.Health Education
Crater District Area Agency on Aging sponsors many health and safety educational groups that will Educate, inform, and enhance the quality of life for the senior citizens who reside in the Crater District service area.Health Education
Crater District Area Agency on Aging sponsors many health and safety educational groups that will Educate, inform, and enhance the quality of life for the senior citizens who reside in the Crater District service area.
Disease Prevention/ Health Promotion
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This program is primarily administered at the senior centers with the congregate and socialization participants. Several of the sites meet in recreation departments and the participants have access to the Arthritis Foundation exercise sessions as well as tai-chi, yoga and other forms of low impact exercises designed for senior citizens. Special health and nutrition programs are also scheduled throughout the year.
Support Groups
Information about community resources relating to caregiver roles, problem solving techniques and opportunities for sharing is provided in a support group atmosphere.
Diabetes Prevention Program
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Crater District Area Agency on Aging offers a Diabetes Prevention Program which can help you reduce your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. This program is in conjunction with the National Diabetes Prevention Program which is led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Trained lifestyle coaches lead classes to help participants improve their food choices, increase physical activity, and learn coping skills to maintain weight loss and healthy lifestyle changes. This program is designed to allow participants to live a better quality of life and a healthier lifestyle.
