Free six-week chronic pain workshops start Sept. 23 in Medicine Hat
The Better Choices, Better Health program will teach Albertans practical tools for coping with ongoing pain and improving daily life.
A free six-week workshop series designed to help people living with chronic pain manage their symptoms is coming to Medicine Hat this fall. The Better Choices, Better Health program runs from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on six consecutive Wednesdays starting Sept. 23 at the Royal Canadian Legion, 702 2 St. S.E.
Participants will learn techniques for managing symptoms, tips on healthy eating and activity, strategies for communicating with healthcare teams, ways to cope with difficult emotions, and methods for making everyday tasks easier. The program is designed to apply broadly across different chronic pain conditions rather than focus on a single diagnosis.
Sessions are led by trained volunteer leaders, many of whom live with chronic pain themselves, aiming to create a supportive environment where participants can learn from others facing similar challenges. Residents interested in registering can call 1-866-795-9709.
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