Take Charge! Chronic Conditions Workshop

Did you know that heart disease, stroke, anxiety, fibromyalgia, depression, arthritis, and COPD, as well as many others are considered to be chronic health conditions?

Take Charge! Chronic Conditions is a FREE 6- week program that helps people with chronic (ongoing) health conditions to learn ways to manage symptoms and live a healthy life. This workshop helps you build confidence for managing your health, while staying active and enjoying life.

During this peer-led workshop, you will meet individuals who share similar experiences. Take Charge! is not a cure, but it can help you create connections and empower your life.

Some of the skills you will learn are:

How to manage stress
How to set goals and get positive results
How to talk about treatment decisions
How to manage pain and fatigue

Is this workshop right for me?

If you agree with one or more of these statements, you should consider registering for a workshop.

I have one or more chronic (ongoing) health conditions
I would like to feel more in control and do the things I want to do
I would like to meet people who are working on similar challenges
I am looking for new ways to manage my health condition
I am a caregiver, family member or a friend of someone with a chronic (ongoing) health condition

*Please note: this workshop is held in a highly interactive group setting and requires participation in activities and discussions. All participants (including family members and caregivers) must pre-register for a workshop.

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Session 1:

Introductions
Overview of Self-Mangement and Chronic Health Conditions
The Mind- Body Connection/ Distraction
Getting a Good Night's Sleep
Introduction to Action Plans

Session 4:

Feedback
Better Breathing
Healthy Eating
Communication Skills
Problem- Solving
Making an Action Plan

Session 2:

Introduction to Action Plans
Feedback and Problem- Solving
Dealing with Difficult Emotions
Introduction to Physical Activity and Exercise
Preventing Falls and Improving Balance
Making an Action Plan

Session 5:

Feedback
Making Healthy Food Choices
Medication Usage
Making Informed Decisions
Positive Thinking
Making an Action Plan

Session 3:

Feedback
Making Decisions
Pain and Fatigue Management
Endurance Exercise
Relaxation: Body Scan
Making an Action Plan

Session 6:

Feeback
Working with your Healthcare Professional and Healthcare System
Weight Management
Planning for the Future

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