But millions struggle to find ways to manage their condition. Our Better Choices, Better Health™ program helps.
Better Choices, Better Health™ is the online version of the internationally recognized Chronic Disease Self Management Program (CDSMP), developed and tested at the Stanford University Patient Education Center.
Now Available in Seven States
With funding from the Atlantic Philanthropies, we're making Better Choices, Better Health™ available to individuals in seven states:
- California
- Hawaii
- Iowa
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- New Jersey
- Oregon
The six-week online Better Choices, Better Health™ workshop helps participants reduce their pain and anxiety and manage their symptoms. Led by trained facilitators, many of whom live with chronic conditions themselves, participants discuss:
- Stress reduction
- Dealing with stressful emotions
- Planning for the future
- Locating and using community resources
- Building communication skills
- Asking for help
- Complete exercises
- Read posted materials
- Interact with others who are also coping with a chronic condition
You must live in one of the seven pilot states to qualify for this program. Classes are forming monthly.
Help Promote This Free Online Program
Learn more about Better Choices, Better Health™ and help promote it in your community:
In-Person Workshops in Your Area
NCOA's Center for Healthy Aging also is bringing in-person, community-based CDSMP workshops to individuals across the country.Through funding from the U.S. Administration on Aging, these offerings are currently promoted to thousands of people in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
- Request more information about in-person, community-based CDSMP programs in your area.
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