Here are some programs for people with disabilities that promote health and wellness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fit With Us is a six-month exercise telehealth study that promotes health and functionality for people with disabilities. Participants must be at least 18 years old with a permanent physical disability, have access to the Internet, and be able to use a computer or smartphone. For more information, click here: https:\/\/fitwithus.org\/about-the-study\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n My Health My Life My Way is a six-month telehealth study for people with disabilities who also have a chronic condition. Participants must be at least 18 years old with a permanent physical disability and a chronic disease such as arthritis, Type 2 diabetes, or a heart or lung condition. Participants must also have access to the Internet and be able to use a computer or smartphone. For more information, contact: Eric Evans: 205-236-8452: evansej@uab.edu<\/a> Learn more about the study here: https:\/\/myhealthmylifemyway.org\/about-the-study\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, NCHPAD (National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability) offers the following online health and wellness programs for adults with physical disabilities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mentor (Mindfulness, Exercise, Nutrition to Optimize Resilience): MENTOR is an eight-week program that focuses on physical, mental, and emotional health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Growth (Growing Resilience Out of Wellness and Thoughtful Habits): GROWTH is a six-week program that focuses on mental health and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n SOS Everybody (State of Slim): SOS is a 16-week program that focuses on sustainable weight loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Coffee Club: Coffee Club meets twice a month to promote social connections and discuss health and wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learn more about these programs here: https:\/\/www.nchpadconnect.org\/programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Here are some programs for people with disabilities that promote health and wellness: Fit With Us is a six-month exercise telehealth study that promotes health and functionality for people with disabilities. Participants must be at least 18 years old with … Continue reading