IL Pathways to Health Classes

Take Charge of Your Pain

Chronic Pain Self-Management is a group class designed to help participants manage their symptoms and live healthily with chronic pain. Participants will learn strategies in medication management, nutrition, pain relief, and physical activity, fostering mutual support and building confidence to lead active, fulfilling lives.

Take Charge workshop

About the class

Are you ready to take charge of your chronic pain? Join our Chronic Pain Self-Management group class, designed to empower you with the skills and confidence to manage your symptoms effectively. This engaging program teaches practical strategies that will motivate you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Experience the power of community as you participate in highly interactive sessions, where mutual support helps build your confidence and equips you to take charge of your health.

Workshops meet weekly for six weeks for 2.5 hours with a built-in break.

Topics covered during workshop sessions include:

  • Medication Management
  • Nutrition
  • Pain Management
  • Physical Activity

Benefits of the class

Participants can look forward to:

  • Less pain
  • Less depression
  • Less dependency
  • Increased self-efficacy
  • Improved role behaviors and life satisfaction

Who should take the class

The program is ideal for:

Adults, 18 years and older, living with chronic pain.

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