Live Well, Virginia!, Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

Live Well, Virginia!, Chronic Disease Self-Management Program - The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is for people with any ongoing health condition. This workshop focuses on tools we can use to improve the way we manage our health. Topics include healthy eating, dealing with difficult emotions, pain and fatigue management, getting a good night’s sleep, physical activity and exercise, better breathing, preventing falls, communication skills, medication usage, working with your healthcare provider, problem-solving, action planning, weight management, and more! The companion book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions accompanies and supplements the material presented in the workshop.

The workshop is given 2 ½  hours, once a week for 6 weeks.  There is no charge.  Materials and refreshments are provided.