Erie County, Pennsylvania, Department Of Health Launches ‘Active ELDERS’ Program In Partnership With UPMC

The Erie County Department of Health in Pennsylvania is launching the "Active ELDERS" program in partnership with UPMC, a large regional health system and the television station WQLN, a local affiliate of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The one-hour Active ELDERS show features six physical activity videos demonstrating daily stretches and low impact movements in seated and standing positions. Also highlighted are mental wellness techniques that seniors can use to work through difficult feelings of loneliness, fear, anxiety, and sadness. The program will be televised by WQLN from January 7, through February 21, 2021.

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