Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

Better choices, better health

Do you live with a chronic health problem? Do you care for someone who does?

Frisbie Memorial Hospital is now offering the Stanford School of Medicine's Chronic Disease Self-Management Program to anyone living with or caring for someone with a chronic health condition, such as diabetes, asthma, back pain, or any other persistent health problem. The Program presents ways to self-manage chronic health conditions, topics include: 

• Techniques to deal with problems like frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation
• Appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance
• Appropriate use of medications
• Communicating effectively with family, friends and health professionals
• Nutrition
• How to evaluate new treatments

Classes are held in the Classroom located across the Gift Shop at Frisbie Memorial Hospital. Register today for one of the upcoming six-week classes:
May 4 from 9:30 am - Noon
May 22 from  1:00 - 3:30pm
June 14 from 9:30 am - Noon

To register, please visit our calendar listing or call (603) 332-3100 extension 8610.

There is a $30 deposit to cover the cost of materials; some scholarships are available. Registration is required. For more information or to register please call Rachel Eichenbaum at (603) 332-3100 extension 8610. You may also register online by visiting our calendar listing.