Griffin in Derby to host live well workshops in 3 towns

DERBY - Griffin Hospital is hosting free workshops in Stratford, Woodbridge, and Derby to help individuals suffering from chronic conditions like diabetes, depression, heart disease, arthritis, pain, or anxiety take back control of their lives.

Live Well Workshops teach disease self-management skills to individuals with ongoing health conditions and their caregivers so they can get more enjoyment out of life.

Sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Social Services Aging Services Division, Connecticut Department of Public Health and Griffin Hospital, these free, six-week workshops provide health information and proven techniques that can limit discomfort associated with ongoing health conditions.

Here’s a list of upcoming Live Well Workshops (participants must register to attend):

Stratford Senior Center

1000 West Broad St., Stratford

Sept. 3, 10, 17, and 24, and Oct. 1 and 8

1-3:30 p.m.

To register, call 203-385-4050

Woodbridge Senior Center

4 Meeting House Lane, Woodbridge

Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and Nov. 6

9 - 11:30 a.m.

To register, call 203-389-3430.

Griffin Hospital

130 Division St., Derby

Oct 16, 23, 30, and Nov. 6, 13 and 20

1-3:30 p.m.

To register, call Daun Barrett, 203-732-7584

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.