Here at Lake Health and Wellbeing, we’re certified facilitators of the Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-Management Course. This is an evidence-based prevention and health promotion program that addresses common issues faced by people with chronic conditions. The program has been implemented in 19 countries showing several benefits including:
- Improved wellbeing
- Improved health of participants
- Fewer hospitalisations
- Fewer days spent in hospital
We are now offering free chronic disease self-management courses for anyone in St Kitts and Nevis who has a chronic disease, is at a high risk of developing a chronic disease or is caring for a friend or family member with a chronic illness.
This is a very interactive course that runs for 6 weeks (one two-hour session per week for 6 weeks) in a community setting with 12-16 participants.
The topics covered during the six weeks include:
- Techniques to deal with problems such as 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
- Decision making
- How to evaluate new treatments
- Action planning
If you live in St Kitts or Nevis, have been affected by chronic illness and would like some support, then this course is perfect for you.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have suspended these courses for now, but keep an eye on our website for updates on when the next course will be held. You can register your interest by completing the registration form below and for more information or if you have a question about this course, please email us or call 765 8702
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