Older couple walking outdoors, emphasizing healthy lifestyle and chronic disease management with family medicine support
At Family Medicine, we are dedicated to supporting you in achieving your healthiest life. We understand that managing a chronic disease can present significant challenges, both for individuals and their families. Whether you are personally living with a chronic condition or supporting a loved one, our team is here to provide guidance and resources. Family Medicine is proud to offer complimentary six-week Living Healthy classes, facilitated by trained professionals, designed to empower you with effective action plans and healthy coping mechanisms in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Currently, due to ongoing public health considerations, these valuable classes are conveniently accessible virtually via Zoom. Please read below for further details on how you can participate and take a proactive step towards better health.
Discover the Benefits of Living Healthy Classes
Our comprehensive Living Healthy curriculum is thoughtfully structured to cover essential aspects of well-being. Participants will gain valuable insights into areas such as effective exercise techniques, balanced nutrition strategies, and proven stress management methods. Furthermore, we equip you with crucial questions to ask your healthcare provider, ensuring you are an active and informed participant in your own care. This spring, we are excited to host class series at the Family Medicine Center and across Orange, Chatham, and Alamance Counties. Each participant who joins our Living Healthy class will receive a complimentary book as a helpful resource, alongside motivational incentives awarded upon completion of each chapter, encouraging consistent engagement and progress.
See What to Expect
If you’re wondering if the Living Healthy class is the right fit for your needs, we invite you to preview a short video showcasing highlights from a typical class session. This will give you a clear understanding of the class format and what you can anticipate experiencing:
Living Healthy Program Overview
About Our Living Healthy Approach
Living with a chronic illness doesn’t have to define your life. Family Medicine’s Living Healthy classes are specifically designed to provide the support and tools needed to navigate these challenges effectively. Our free six-week program, led by experienced facilitators, focuses on empowering you to create personalized action plans and develop healthy coping skills within a compassionate and understanding setting.
Real Participant Experiences
To further illustrate the impact of the Living Healthy program, we encourage you to listen to a testimonial from a past participant. Hear firsthand how this class made a positive difference in her life and health journey by clicking here:
Living Healthy Success Story
Register for Virtual Classes Today
We are currently offering Living Healthy classes virtually, making it easier than ever to participate from the comfort of your home. Classes are typically scheduled throughout the spring and fall seasons. For the most up-to-date class dates, please visit our website regularly or contact us directly at 919-545-3440. Ready to take the next step? You can easily register online through this link: https://fammed-web.med.unc.edu/clinpub/L2/HDdbPublic/
Access Health Management on the Go
For convenient chronic condition management support anytime, anywhere, consider downloading this helpful mobile app: Stanford Mobile app.
Brochures and Additional Information
For more comprehensive information, you can download our program brochures in English or Espanol.
The Living Healthy program is based on the well-regarded Chronic Disease Self-Management Program developed by Stanford University. To delve deeper into its development and research, please visit: http://patienteducation.stanford.edu/programs/cdsmp.html.
Classes are also available in Wake and Johnston counties: http://www.ccwjc.com/living_healthy.asp
Class Participant Resources
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