Moving on with Persistent Pain
Who should attend Moving on with Persistent Pain?
This FREE community workshop is for anyone experiencing persistent pain (lasting > 3 months) who is interested in learning how to focus on your life rather than your pain. Tools and skills are provided to enhance your quality of life.
What is the Moving on with Persistent Pain program format?
8 weeks: 2 hour group sessions
Some of the topics covered include:
- Week 1 – Purpose of Pain
- Week 2 – Coping with Pain
- Week 3 – Mindfulness
- Week 4 – Flare-up Plan
- Week 5 – Pacing
- Week 6 – Gratitude
- Week 7 – Communication
- Week 8 – Making Positive Change
How do you get in to the Moving on with Persistent Pain program?
You can self-refer by calling 587-796-0765 Or obtain a referral from your Peaks to Prairies PCN family doctor.
When you self-refer consider having a friend register with you as this can provide support for positive change.
If you are already seeing a P2P PCN nurse, social worker, mental health counsellor, or exercise specialist you can ask them about a referral.
What will be my commitment to the Moving on with Persistent Pain program?
Weekly homework encourages you to practice the tools and skills that has been shown to reduce your experience of pain and suffering.
What is the next Moving on with Persistent Pain program date?
January 10 – February 28, 2024
Wednesdays
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Sundre Senior’s Drop In Centre
April 4 – May 23, 2024
Thursdays
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Olds Library
Where Is the Moving on with Persistent Pain program located?
Olds Group
Olds Municipal Library
5217 52 St
Olds, AB
Sundre Group
Sundre’s Seniors Supportive Living Facility – Seniors Drop In Centre
749-6th Street S.W.
Sundre, Alberta