Caregivers’ Workshop Planned For May 3

FAIRFIELD — Exercise to manage stress is the topic for discussion at the May Caregivers’ Workshop at the Adult Day Health Care Center, located at the Jewish Home for the Elderly (JHE), 175 Jefferson Street in Fairfield. The 6:30 pm meeting on Thursday, May 3, is free and open to the public.

Tom Gallagher, JHE’s exercise therapy coordinator, will demonstrate simple, hands-on exercise and stretching techniques for people who care for loved ones at home.

According to Mr Gallagher, who is a certified exercise specialist with a master’s degree in exercise science, “There are basic benefits to be derived through regular exercise. The ability to cope with stress, and retain muscle strength and exercise dtress manageflexibility when lifting or bathing, are examples.”

Workshops at Adult Day Health Care meet monthly and are facilitated by Donna Lange, RN, the center’s director. For more information call 203-365-6470.