10/31/2025
Workshop starts Next Thursday! Registration is OPEN for our next 6-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop for Washington County residents. Workshop is a partnership with The Heart Network.
There is No Cost for the class, but Registration is required. For questions or to register, please call Mallory at 518-746-2400 ext. 3774
Do you have a Chronic Disease? Are you a family member, friend, or caretaker of an adult with a Chronic Disease? Join our 6-week in-person workshop at No Cost!
When: Every Thursday, from 5:30-8pm, November 6th through December 18th
(no class 11/27 for Thanksgiving)
Where: Burgoyne Ave Campus 1153 Burgoyne Ave, Fort Edward, NY 12828
The workshop is an Evidence-Based, Self-Management Program recommended for adults with at least one chronic health condition and/or their family members, friends, or caretakers.
Chronic diseases may include but are not limited to, arthritis, lung problems/diseases, cancer, stroke, hypertension, anxiety/depression, obesity, heart disease, and tobacco-use-related conditions.
Each participant gets supportive program materials including Self-Management Toolkit Resources, Action Planning Resources, a Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions book and more!
The peer leaders will use interactive activities such as discussions, brainstorming, action-planning and feedback, behavior modeling, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making.
Session topics include:
· Appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance
· Healthy eating
· Better breathing techniques and stress management
· Appropriate use of medication
· Working more effectively with health care providers
· Communicating with friends, family, oneself & the healthcare system
This program aims to increase confidence, physical and psychological well-being, and knowledge of chronic disease self-management strategies.
This program does not, however, replace any existing programs or treatments.
Participants are encouraged to bring their own water/drinks and a snack. Stretch breaks will be offered throughout the workshop. The workshop is currently offered to Washington County residents only.