Are you living with Pain or Parkinsons? Two new award winning self-management programs in Markham

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On March 16th, CARP announced the launch of a partnership with the Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care in Markham, Ontario, supporting two new patient care programs using the renown Stanford model of chronic disease self management.

On hand for the announcement was the Minister of State for Seniors, Hon. Julian Fantino, Leader of the Loyal Opposition, Mr. Michael Ignatieff and NDP, MP and long-time Yee Hong supporter, Olivia Chow, among other local politicians, CARP members and supporters.

CARP President Moses Znaimer, VP Advocacy, Susan Eng, and Markham CARP Chapter Chair, Terry D’Silva each shared their enthusiasm for this first of what we hope to be many similar partnerships across Canada.

Program Space is very limited, so please register early.

Click here to see the brochure for the programs.

Chronic Pain Management Program
 Date: April 6, 2011 to May 11, 2011
(every Wednesday)
Time: 9:30 am to 12:00 noon
Venue: Auditorium of Yee Hong Ho Lai Oi Wan Centre
2780 Bur Oak Avenue
Markham, ON L6B 1C9
Fee: $200 (for six sessions)

Six Sessions – Chronic Pain Management
• Community-based
• Highly structured & interactive
• Six sessions of 2½ hours per week
• Debunking Myths about Chronic Pain
• Pacing: Balancing Activity and Rest
• Better Breathing and Progressive Muscle Relaxation
• Making an Action Plan
• Healthy eating
• How to deal with negative emotions and manage depression
• Cognitive symptom management
• Communication skills

Call 416-321-6333 ext 2360

Parkinson’s Disease Management Program
Date: October 5, 2011 to Dec 7, 2011
(every Wednesday)
Time: 9:30 to 12:00 noon
Venue: Auditorium of Yee Hong Ho Lai Oi Wan Centre
2780 Bur Oak Avenue
Markham, ON L6B 1C9
Fee: $300 (for ten sessions)

Ten Sessions – Parkinson’s Disease Management
Led by trained staff, Certified CDSMP Leader, Registered Pharmacist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and Social Worker

• Highly structured & interactive
• Ten sessions of 2½ hours per week
• Education & Medication Management
• Improving movement through exercise
• Life Skill & ADL Training

10% discount for CARP members