FARMINGTON — An intensive nine-session stress reduction program designed to teach participants scientifically proven practical skills to reduce stress and improve overall health and happiness will be offered at Franklin Memorial Hospital. The program instructor will be Dr. Kathleen Hickey.

A mandatory orientation session is taking place at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, in the Bass Room at Franklin Memorial Hospital. After attending the orientation, participants can decide if they would like to move forward with the complete course.

The course will consists of eight sessions and include an all-day retreat on Saturday, March 4. 

All classes take place in the Bass Room at Franklin Memorial Hospital. The first class is at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, and the remaining weekly classes take place on Thursdays. Participants should be committed to performing one hour of daily practice and homework to learn and practice mindfulness meditation, Hatha yoga and body scan.

Registration is required.

FMI, register: 207-491-9878, kmhickey.kmh@gmail.com.