Chronic Disease Self Management - For Participants
If you are a provider of services, rather than an individual seeking information about this program, please visit our CDSMP Provider page.
You Can! Live Well Virginia!
The Chronic Disease Self Management Program and Diabetes Self-Management Program are brought to you by the the Virginia Department of Health and the Virginia Department for the Aging.
The Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) is a FREE 2.5 hour six-week workshop that teaches practical skills for living a healthy life. If you or someone you care for has a chronic condition such as diabetes, arthritis or high blood pressure this workshop can help you feel better, be in control, and do the things YOU want to do.
You will get the support you need as you learn about:
- Practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue.
- Healthy eating and exercise choices.
- Evaluating new treatment choices.
- Appropriate use of medications.
- Effective ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health
Learn about ways to deal with multiple health conditions in this article from Consumer Reports.
The Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP) is a 2.5 hour six week workshop designed specifically for people with Diabetes. Workshops are facilitated by two trained leaders, one or both of whom are peer leaders with diabetes themselves.
The topics covered include:
- Techniques to deal with diabetes symptoms such as fatigue, pain and emotional issues such as stress and depression.
- Healthy eating and exercise choices.
- Appropriate use of medications.
- Working effectively with health care providers.
Put Life Back in Your Life
Contact one of these participating Area Agencies on Aging to find the next CDSMP workshop near you. Visit VDA's "Find Services" page if you're not certain which Area Agency on Aging serves your locality.
- Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, Inc.
276-964-4915 - District Three Senior Services (also offers DSMP)
276-783-8157 - Fairfax Area Agency on Aging
703-324-5489 - Jefferson Area Board for Aging
434-817-5271 - Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc. (also offers DSMP)
276-523-4202 - Senior Connections, The Capital Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (also offers DSMP)
804-615-0135 - Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia (also offers DSMP)
757-222-4502 - Valley Program for Aging Services
540-896-7595
Contact
April Holmes
Program Coordinator
Phone: (804) 662-7631
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