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Free classes are starting near you!

To register:

Living Wellwith Chronic Conditions

A six-week workshop for people with long-term health concerns

Free classes are starting near you!Friends and family are welcome!

To register:


To register:

Weekly 2.5-hour classes will provide discussions on

◆ Weekly goals

◆ Effective problem-solving

◆ Working with your health care team

◆ Symptoms management

◆ Medication usage

◆ Dealing with difficult emotions

◆ Relaxation

“Now I have more energy than I’ve had in years. I’m calmer and

more confident about my health.”

CDSMP is a Self-Management Resource Center Program

This program does not replace existing treatment.



Tomando Control de su SaludUna clase de seis semanas para las personas con condiciones médicas crónicas

La clase gratis “Tomando control de su salud”

se enseña completamente en español.

Para registrarse:

La clase gratis “Tomando control de su salud” se enseña completamente en español.

Para registrarse:

Una reunión semanal de dos horas y media consistirá de temas como

◆ Manejo los síntomas

◆ Uso apropriado de los medicamentos

◆ Trabajo con su médico

◆ Objetivos semanales

◆ Resolución eficaz de problemas

◆ Manejo de emociones difíciles

◆ La relajación

“Tengo más energía de la que he tenido en años pasados. Estoy más tranquilo y seguro de mi salud.”

Tomando Control de su Salud es un programa de Self-Management Resource Center

Este programa no sustituye tratamiento existente, sino ofrece apoyo.



Programa de Manejo Personal de la Diabetes Una clase de seis semanas para las personas con Diabetes

El Programa de Manejo Personal de la Diabetes se enseña completamente

en español.

Para registrarse:

Una reunión semanal de dos horas y media consistirá de temas como

◆ Manejo los síntomas de diabetes, fatiga, dolor, estrés, y problemas emocionales como depresión y frustración

◆ Ejercicio apropiado para mantener y

mejorar la fuerza y la resistencia

◆ Hábitos alimenticios saludables

◆ Uso apropriado de los medicamentos

para la diabetes

◆ Trabajo con su médico

“Todas las clases me ayudaron a entender el porqué debemos cuidarnos y alimentarnos, la importancia de hacer ejercicio y de comer más saludable.”

El Programa de Manejo Personal de la Diabetes se enseña completamente

en español.

Para registrarse:

El Program de Manejo Personal de la Diabetes es un programa de Self-Management Resource Center

Este programa no sustituye tratamiento existente, sino ofrece apoyo.

Living Wellwith Diabetes

A six-week workshop for people with diabetes


To register:


To register:


◆ Weekly goals


◆ Monitoring blood sugar

◆ Menu planning and healthy eating

◆ Preventing or delaying complications

◆ Preparing for sick days

◆ Useful tips for proper physical activity

◆ Relaxation

“I’ve had diabetes for 50 years and I learned something new each week in these workshops. I absolutely loved

them-they were fun and I feel like my life is in better control.”


DSMP is a Self-Management Resource Center Program



Living Wellwith Chronic Pain

A six-week workshop for people with chronic pain


To register:


To register:


◆ Weekly goals



◆ Mind-body connection

◆ Fatigue management

◆ Communication skills

◆ Medications for chronic pain

“Everyone participates in class and gives support. This improves

our self-confidence to manage and improve our health every day.”

CPSMP is a Self-Management Resource Center Program




Living Wellwith a Disability

A 10-week workshop for people with a disability


To register:


To register:

Weekly 2-hour classes will provide discussions on

◆ Weekly goals



◆ Healthy ways to handle emotions

◆ Getting more physical activity

◆ Advocating for yourself

“I had learned ways to deal with a lot of my problems, but taking the Living Well with a Disability class really helped my awareness of ways

to better my life.”



To register:

Living WellA variety of workshops for people with long-term health concerns


To register:

Physical activity classes available ◆ Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

◆ EnhanceFitness

◆ Walk With Ease

Self-management classes available ◆ Better Choices, Better Health® (online)

◆ Living Well with a Disability

◆ Living Well with Chronic Conditions

◆ Living Well with Chronic Pain

◆ Living Well with Diabetes

◆ Programa de Manejo Personal de la Diabetes

◆ Tomando Control de su Salud

“Now I have more energy than I’ve had in years. I’m calmer and more

confident about my health.”


Arthritis Foundation Exercise ProgramA low-impact class that can be done sitting or standing


To register:


To register:

Classes meet 2-3 times per week for 1-hour and include

◆ Joint range of motion

◆ Stretching

◆ Light aerobic activities

◆ Relaxation techniques

◆ Health education topics

“Participants who complete eight weeks of classes are better able to do the things they want

with less pain.”

– Wendy Moore, AFEP Trainer


Better Choices, Better Health®A six-week online workshop for people with long-term health concerns

Find out how to register!

Contact:

Find out how to register!

Contact:

Online workshop, participants will experience

◆ Weekly action planning

◆ Guided lessons

◆ Peer support and facilitation


◆ Symptom management

◆ Working with your healthcare team

◆ Online access for one year

“...it is easy to feel like you are the only one facing a problem. To find out four other people

had the same thing going on was eye-opening.”


EnhanceFitnessA class that focuses on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics, and strength training


To register:


To register:

In a typical class, participants will experience

◆ 5-minute warm up

◆ 20-minute aerobics workout

◆ 5-minute cool down

◆ 20-minute strength training

◆ 10-minute stretching workout

◆ Opportunities to make new friends

“The women and men in the group are a great support

system to keep me motivated to continue to exercise.

EnhanceFitness has become a necessary element in my life.”


Walk With EaseA program that motivates you to get into shape by helping you walk safely and comfortably


To register:


To register:

The Walk With Ease program is proven to

◆ Reduce joint pain

◆ Increase balance

◆ Increase strength and walking pace

◆ Build confidence

◆ Improve overall health

Walk With Ease can be experienced on your own or with a group.

“The six-week Walk With Ease program can teach you how to safely make physical activity part of your

everyday life.”


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