(Chelsea Update would like to thank Joyce Williams for the information in this story.)
Do you struggle with chronic pain? The reason for the pain is different for everyone, but it still hurts and affects your everyday life.
The Chronic Pain Personal Action Toward Health (PATH) free virtual workshops presented by the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM), are offered at no cost to participants.
The Chronic Pain PATH workshops feature certified facilitators working with small groups of people and their loved ones to become more successful at managing pain and leading healthier, more enjoyable lives. PATH workshops are open to all residents in Michigan who have an internet connection on a computer, tablet or smartphone. No transportation needed!
As a group participant, while exploring various skills and tools, you will learn how to:
- Challenge myths about dealing with pain
- Master techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation and poor sleep
- Pace yourself around activity and rest
- Exercise appropriately to maintain or improve strength and endurance
- Use medication wisely
- Work effectively with family and health care providers
Upcoming workshops are as follows:
Chronic Pain PATH
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Information Session – Tuesday, Oct. 12, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Six sessions total: Oct. 19, 26; Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23
New participants can join through Tuesday, Oct. 26.
To register, contact Beaumont Health at 800-633-7377 or visit http://classes.beaumont.org.
Chronic Pain PATH
Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Information Session – Tuesday, Oct. 19 at 1:00 p.m.
Six sessions total: Oct. 26; Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
New participants can join through Tuesday, Nov. 2.
To register, contact Ascension at 248-849-5752.
Chronic Pain PATH
Mondays, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Information Session – Monday, Nov. 1 at 1:00 p.m.
Six sessions total: Nov. 8, 15, 22, 29; Dec. 6, 13
New participants can join up through Monday, Nov. 15.
To register, contact Beaumont Health at 800-633-7377 or visit http://classes.beaumont.org.
To find additional PATH programs, visit nkfm.org/PATH or mihealthyprograms.org.
This interactive workshop is just one of many distance learning options on disease prevention, disease management and physical activity for all ages now provided by the NKFM.
For more information, visit nkfm.org/distancelearning or call 800-482-1455.
About the NKFM:
The mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is to prevent kidney disease and improve the quality of life for those living with it. The NKFM provides more programs and services to more people in Michigan than any other region or state. For the past 13 years, Charity Navigator — the nation’s leading nonprofit evaluator — has recognized the NKFM with its highest rating of 4 stars for success in sound fiscal management. www.nkfm.org
