Life can feel overwhelming, but finding moments of calm can make all the difference. Join us on Tuesday, August 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the Natick Community Senior Center for Quieting the Mind: Tools & Strategies for Reducing Stress in a Complex World, an engaging and informative presentation led by Laila Vehvilainen, MS, MPH, NASM-CPT, CDP, Geriatric Care Manager with Allies in Aging JFS Elder Care Solutions.
During this interactive session, Laila will share practical, evidence-based techniques to help participants better manage stress through:
- Lifestyle changes
- Meditation
- Stretching and movement
- Cognitive behavioral strategies for everyday well-being
Laila brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and hands-on experience to her work. Before joining the Allies in Aging JFS Elder Care Solutions team as a Geriatric Care Manager, she served as a Fitness Instructor with the JFS Healthy Aging program and provided in-home personal training services for older adults. Her background also includes five years at North Hill Life Care Community in Needham, aging research as a Research Project Manager, and leadership as a Program Director at a Council on Aging.
Holding master’s degrees in Gerontology and Public Health, Laila is a certified Senior Fitness Specialist, Arthritis Instructor, and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP). She is passionate about helping older adults improve their physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being through movement and healthy lifestyle practices. In 2024, she presented at the 36th Global Conference of Alzheimer’s Disease International, where she shared innovative approaches to supporting people living with dementia through exercise, strength training, and balance activities.
Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, improve your overall wellness, or simply learn new techniques to navigate life’s challenges, this presentation offers valuable tools you can begin using right away.
Register today by calling 508-647-6540 or visiting https://www.natickma.gov/636/Programs. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today!