The ADRC of Portage County has several opportunities available to become a trainer in an evidenced based program.
Stay Strong and Connected: Become a StrongBodies Exercise Program Leader
Teach the StrongBodies exercise program to older adults at the Plover Municipal Center. StrongBodies is an evidence-based exercise program that helps participants increase their strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, bone density, and connection with others.
To become a leader, individuals must pass a caregiver background check and complete the StrongBodies base training. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Portage County covers all training fees and expenses. Once trained, new leaders can be paired with more experienced leaders until they're comfortable leading on their own. Co-leaders are also welcome, so if you have an interested friend or family member, invite them to become a leader too!
Stay Strong and Connected: Become an Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program Leader
Teach the AFEX program to older adults at Lincoln Center. The evidence-based program helps older adults with arthritis, rheumatic disease, and musculoskeletal conditions of all activity levels to improve their mobility, coordination, muscular strength, functional ability, self-confidence, and self-care. The program is proven to reduce fatigue, pain, and stiffness in its participants. To become certified in this program, candidates must pass a caregiver background check, obtain and maintain a certificate in CPR, and complete an online training course and exam. Program leader certificates are valid for two years. The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Portage County covers all leader training requirements.
Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder (MOM) workshop facilitator.
MOM is a researched and proven community-based program designed to give women the tools they need to take control of bladder and bowel leakage. The program incorporates social interaction, tasteful humor, and fiber-filled snacks in a small and comfortable group setting to help women get back to the things that matter most to them.
The next facilitator training session is on August 27 and 28 from 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM CST and will be offered virtually. Facilitator training is covered by the ADRC. Applicants must be female and comfortable discussing bowel and bladder function. Please contact the Health Promotion Coordinator at 715-346-1401 if you are interested in learning more about this opportunity.
