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What is Living a Healthy Life?

Living a Healthy Life is an evidence-based, chronic disease self-management workshop for people who have one or more chronic conditions or give care to those with chronic conditions. A chronic condition is defined as any ongoing health problem or disease such as diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disease, arthritis, depression, PTSD, back pain, or other long-term problems. 

The program was developed by Stanford researchers and there is strong evidence that participation in these workshops can improve physical and psychosocial outcomes for individuals living with chronic health conditions. The program is led by two trainers and no identifiable health information is recorded.

This program is offered at no cost to you!

Class size is limited. USI employees will not need to use their vacation time for this activity as long as they have supervisor’s approval.

Topics Covered:

  • Managing Symptoms
  • Healthy Eating
  • Medication Usage
  • Stress Management
  • Making Informed Treatment Decisions
  • Dealing with Your Health Care Provider
  • Setting Goals

In-Person or Virtual program offerings.

For current programs click here.

Cost: FREE!

*All Materials Provided*

If you wish to take the virtual/online option, and need a supporting device (microphone and/or camera), call us at (812) 888 5159.

To register:

Contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or catherine.jones@vinu.edu.
More information is available on the USI-GWEP website for Chronic Disease Programs.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $3,691,706 million with zero percentage financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.