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Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

Class schedule
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Get the tools you need to manage your chronic disease.

This evidence-based program is designed for adults with conditions such as arthritis, asthma, diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, stroke, and osteoporosis, who struggle to find ways to manage their condition.

Self-management classes are interactive and informative.

We offer both in-person and virtual classes so you can choose what works best for you. You will be able to interact with the instructor and others as you learn about ways to deal with your particular health issue effectively. Don’t put off taking care of your health. Sign up for a class today.

Participants will learn:

  • Techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep
  • Appropriate exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance
  • Appropriate use of medications
  • How to communicate effectively with family, friends, and health professionals
  • Nutrition tips
  • How to pace activity and when to rest
  • How to evaluate new treatments

Programs

Register for a free six-week self-management program.

Please browse our offerings below. For more information or questions about program registration, please call 302-990-0522.


Program

Location

Date & Time

Availability

  • Cancer

    Virtual

    Open to:

    General Public

    Virtual County

    Tue
    5:00 Pm -7:30 Pm

    Sessions:
    • Jan 14, 2025
    • Jan 21, 2025
    • Jan 28, 2025
    • Feb 4, 2025
    • Feb 11, 2025
    • Feb 1, 1825
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes

    In-person

    Open to:

    General Public

    Cape Henlopen Senior Center
    11 Christian Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

    Sussex County

    Thu
    9am-11:30am

    Sessions:
    • Jan 23, 2025
    • Jan 30, 2025
    • Feb 6, 2025
    • Feb 13, 2025
    • Feb 20, 2025
    • Feb 27, 2025
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes

    In-person

    Open only to:

    Community Members Only

    Luther Towers Senior Living Facility in Dover
    430 KingsHWY NE#727, Dover, DE 19901

    Kent County

    Wed
    10am-12:30pm

    Sessions:
    • Oct 23, 2024
    • Oct 30, 2024
    • Nov 6, 2024
    • Nov 13, 2024
    • Nov 20, 2024
    • Nov 27, 2024
    Register

    Seats available

  • Diabetes

    In-person

    Open to:

    General Public

    Brandywine Hundred Library
    1300 Foulk Rd., Wilmington, DE 19803

    New Castle County

    Wed
    2:30 pm-5:00 pm

    Sessions:
    • Nov 6, 2024
    • Nov 13, 2024
    • Nov 20, 2024
    • Dec 4, 2024
    • Dec 11, 2024
    • Dec 18, 2024
    Register

    Seats available

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Have questions or need registration assistance? Call 302-990-0522.