AEA invites seniors to workshops on chronic condition management

Published on September 30, 2025

LĪHU‘E  – The Agency on Elderly Affairs invites seniors to take part in the Better Choices, Better Health workshop series, a no-cost six-week program beginning Wednesday, October 8.

Classes will be held every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Hanalei Neighborhood Center, located at 5-5358 Kūhiō Highway in Hanalei. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited to 15 participants.

To gain the full benefit of the program, participants are encouraged to attend all six sessions.

Developed by the Self-Management Resource Center (SMRC), Better Choices, Better Health 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.

For more information about the Better Choices, Better Health workshop, please visit the Hawai‘i Healthy Aging Partnership website at https://hawaiihealthyaging.org/ or contact Johnny Yago at 808-241-4898 or email jyago@kauai.gov

If you require an auxiliary aid or service, an interpreter for non-English speakers, or another accommodation due to a disability, please contact Johnny Yago at 808-241-4898 or email jyago@kauai.gov as soon as possible. Early requests are encouraged to ensure adequate time to meet your needs. Upon request, this notice is available in alternate formats, including large print, Braille, or electronic copy.

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