Chronic Health

Chronic Health
Programs

The term chronic is often applied when the course of the disease lasts for more than three months.

Our programs are to help give our patients the resources and a better understanding to live a comfortable lifestyle.

Healthy Lifestyle Program

The next session starts on Tuesday, July 16 from 3:30-4:30 PM, and will run every week (and eventually every second week) at the same day/time

This program is for people who want to prevent or manage chronic disease, and want to make diet and lifestyle changes to help improve their health. You are eligible if you have diabetes or pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, obesity, or increased risk for any chronic disease.

You will learn about:
– Healthy eating to prevent or manage chronic disease
– Slowly and safely increasing physical activity
– Problem solving, goal setting and staying motivated
– Stress and time management
– Taking charge of your health and wellness

This program is currently being offered in person at the Owen Sound Family Health Team. You do not have to be a patient of the OSFHT to join – the Program is open to everyone!

The program lasts for seven months, with one session every week (switching to every two weeks half way through, and then to once a month toward the end). Each session is one hour long.

This program is free, but registration is required. Please call Program Reception at 519-470-3030 ext 103 for more information or to register.

Healthy Lifestyle Program (GLB) Follow-up Sessions

*this program is currently being offered virtually

These session are open to anyone who has completed the Healthy Lifestyle Program (formerly called Group Lifestyle Balance (GLB)).

Each session will have a short review of a topic covered during the Healthy Lifestyle Program (GLB), or a new concept related to preventing or managing chronic disease. There will also be time for discussion and Q&A.

These sessions are currently being offered virtually via Webex; you will need an email address and a device (computer, tablet, phone) with a camera and microphone. Class will be held the first Thursday of every month at 4:00-5:00 PM.

Craving Change

*this program is currently being offered virtually

Are you an emotional eater?
Do you struggle with food cravings?
Want to change your relationship with food?

Join us for this free four-week workshop!

Craving Change is an educational program that can help you develop a healthier relationship with food. You will discover why you eat the way you do and learn to take steps to change your problematic eating habits. This is not a weight loss program.

This program is currently being offered virtually via Webex; you will need an email address and a device (computer, tablet, phone) with a camera and microphone. This program is free, but registration is required.

Please call Carol at 519-470-3030 ext 131 for more information or to register.

Heart Healthy Eating

*this program is currently being offered virtually

Are you worried about your heart health?
Do you want to prevent or manage heart disease?
Join us for this free workshop!

Our registered dietitian and clinical pharmacist will teach you about cholesterol lowering medications and diet strategies to manage your cholesterol and blood pressure.

Class is free but registration is required. To register, please call Program Reception at 519-470-3030 ext. 103. You will receive a link to join the class when you register. Please indicate at the time of registration if your Family Physician is not part of the OSFHT.

519-470-3030