Be Well Colorado Workshops  Available Through Teller County Public Health

Are you dealing with chronic health issues?

Research out of Stanford University shows Be Well Colorado helps participants cope with fatigue, frustration, pain and stress caused by living with ongoing health challenges like heart or lung disease, diabetes, arthritis or other health issues.

This chronic disease self-management program meets weekly for six weeks.

Next Class

Feb 9, 2012 through March 15th 9:00am-11:30am

                                                                Victor Hotel, Victor, Colorado

For questions, or to enroll, call Jacqueline Davis, RN, MA

 at 719-687-6416, or email her at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

What participants say about the program:

          "I have better knowledge of my body and how I can take care of myself."

          "I am more understanding fo the problems caused by chronic conditions...just slowing down by making lists and action plans has made my days more productive and fun. Involving my wife is helping both of us."

          "I have a new self-management toolbox that I fully intend to utilize."

          "An excellent workshop. I loved the book, the tape, organization of the weekly sessions and the instructors. I have no suggestion for improving the workshop!!  It was great!"

The CDSMP teaches the skills needed in the day to day management of chronic conditions in order to mantain and/or increase life's activities. Topics covered include:

1. techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation

2. appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance

3. appropriate use of medications

4. communicating effecively with family, friends and health professionals

5. nutrition

6. how to evaluate new treatments

The 2 1/2 hour classes are highly participatory and are held weekly for six weeks. Adults with chronic conditions, family members or caregivers are invited to attend.