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Living Well with Chronic Conditions Workshop

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A FREE self-management program developed by Stanford University for people with Asthma, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Arthritis & other chronic health concerns - ideal for people age 55+.

What
  • Community Education
When Jan 14, 2010 01:00 PM to
Feb 18, 2010 03:30 PM
Where Holy Family Parish Center, 3732 SE Knapp St | Portland, OR
Contact Name
Contact Phone 503-775-5767
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FREE!  Meet once a week for 2 ½ hours for 6 weeks (meets 1x/week for 6 weeks on Thursdays).  Textbook/Workbook provided.  

  • Thursday 1/14, 1:00–3:30 pm
  • Thursday 1/21, 1:00–3:30 pm
  • Thursday 1/28, 1:00–3:30 pm
  • Thursday 2/4, 1:00–3:30 pm
  • Thursday 2/11, 1:00–3:30 pm
  • Thursday 2/18, 1:00–3:30 pm

Transportation may be available through Impact NW.  Please inquire.

Call or email to register: 503-775-5767 or lynn.schemmer-valleau@co.multnomah.or.us (MUST pre-register).

Why enroll?

  • Learn to better manage symptoms and better advocate for your needs
  • Learn how to better communicate with doctors and loved ones
  • Learn how to feel less limited by your condition
  • Spend less time at the doctor or in the hospital (proven outcome)
  • Gain a sense of control over your disease
  • Find resources that can help you
  • Learn meditation and exercise techniques that can help
  • Find fellowship and support from others

Brought to you by NW Parish Nurses and Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services with funding from AoA.

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