Ulster-Greene Arc

HVCS in Kingston, NY offers a unique peer-led support group, the Living Healthy Workshop, tailored for Ulster County residents managing chronic illnesses. Participants benefit from increased energy, pain relief, and emotional support through a six-session program that aims to empower individuals in self-care and decision-making. Facilitated by trained volunteers with firsthand experience of ongoing health conditions, the workshop covers a range of topics including physical activity, fatigue management, emotional well-being, and effective communication with healthcare providers. Participants have the opportunity to enhance coping strategies and symptom management, fostering better health outcomes in the long term. Supported by Stanford’s Patient Education Research Center, the Living Healthy Workshop at HVCS has shown significant benefits such as improved communication with physicians, increased physical activity, and reduced health distress for up to three years post-program. This free workshop provides a supportive environment for Ulster County residents to learn essential skills for managing their health and overall well-being. Generated from the website content