Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions
Living a Healthy Life is an evidence-based, Chronic Disease Self-Management workshop for people who have one or more chronic condition or give care to those with chronic conditions. A chronic condition is defined as any on-going health problem or disease such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression, PTSD, back pain or other long term problems. Click the image at right to download a flyer.
Topics Covered:
- Managing Symptoms
- Healthy Eating
- Medication Usage
- Stress Management
- Making Informed Treatment Decisions
- Working with Health Care Provider
- Setting Goals
IMPORTANT: This workshop DOES NOT replace any of your existing programs or treatments.
CURRENT AND UPCOMING CLASSES
Click Here for the In-Person Program Flyer
Tuesdays on March 14, 21, 28 and April 4, 11, 18
2-4:30 p.m. CST
Deaconess Clinic Down-3rd Floor Conference room
120 SE 4th ST Evansville IN, 47713
For more information or to register, contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or email catherine.jones@vinu.edu
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Thursdays on April 6, 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11
12:30-2:30 p.m. EST or 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. CST
Tri-County YMCA
131 E 16th St. Ferdinand, IN 47532
For more information or to register, contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or email catherine.jones@vinu.edu
Click Here for the Virtual Program Flyer
Fridays on February 24 and March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST or 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. CST
*You will need a computer with internet access and a working mic to participate*
For more information or to register, contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or email catherine.jones@vinu.edu
Become a Leader for the Living a Healthy Life Program!
What does a Living a Healthy Life leader do?
A Living a Healthy Life leader is an individual who co-leads workshops with another leader one or more times per year. The program requires two leaders at every workshop.
When are the workshops?
Workshops meet once a week for 2.5 hours over 6 weeks. Just schedule the day and time for the workshops to fit your schedule.
Why become a Living a Healthy Life leader?
- Impact people’s lives by helping them realize their goals.
- Help maintain your own self-management skills.
- Be a part of an exciting worldwide volunteer program.
- Meet new people.
For more information:
If you are interested in becoming a Living a Healthy Life leader, contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or catherine.jones@vinu.edu

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