MONROE — Over half of women age 50 and older experience issues with bladder or bowel control. These problems can be slightly bothersome or totally debilitating. For some women, the chance of embarrassment keeps them from enjoying activities, and many times, takes control of their lives. 

Those that struggle with incontinence issues should know they’re not alone. A program offered through the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) can help. Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder is a workshop designed to give women, age 50 and older, the tools they need to take control of their bladder and bowel symptoms. 

The workshop provides information, group activities, and simple exercises and dietary changes to practice at home. Also note, women age 50 and older that are not currently experiencing any bladder or bowel symptoms are still able to benefit from this program to delay or prevent any bladder and/or bowel symptoms from developing. 

Join virtually for Mind Over Matter on the following dates:

●  Monday, Oct. 14

●  Monday, Oct. 28

●  Monday, Nov. 11

The virtual Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder workshop consists of three, 2½ hour sessions, meeting every other week, for a month. 

All three sessions will be held from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., virtually via the Zoom platform. An optional Zoom Practice Session will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7. 

Users must be able to attend all three sessions to be eligible to participate. There is no charge; however, donations are accepted to cover class costs. Pre-registration is necessary and spots are limited. 

To learn more or to register for Mind Over Matter, contact the ADRC Green County Office at 608-328-9499 or visit www.adrcgreencounty.org.