Expert Patient Programme
The Expert Patient Programme is a six week course which aims to give you additional skills to self-manage your condition and develop a better relationship with the healthcare professionals who support you.
What does the Expert Patient Programme provide?
The Expert Patient Programme provides training and support for adults who are living with a long-term health condition. By participating in the programme we will help you to manage your condition and to meet other people who share similar experiences. We will also help you to develop a more effective relationship with the healthcare professionals who support you.
What does the course involve?
The courses are delivered by a team of trained volunteers who all have a long-term condition. Each course runs over six weekly sessions which last two and a half hours.
Each course covers a number of topics including:
- dealing with pain, sleep and extreme tiredness
- falls prevention
- appropriate exercise
- relaxation techniques and stress
- healthy eating
- communicating with family, friends and professionals
- planning for the future
Availability
There are six to eight courses a year across the whole county; the location and dates depend on venues and availability of tutors. The currently available courses are listed below:
Course Dates
Liskeard
Liskeard Community Hospital, Clemo Road, Liskeard PL14 3XA
Tuesday 20 August until 24 Sept 10 to 12.30
Bude
4 October until 8 November 10.15 to 12.45pm
St Austell
Alexander Hall, St Blazey, Par ,PL24 2JH
Thursday 31 October 2 - 4.30pm
Thursday 7 November 2 - 4.30pm
Thursday 14 November 2 - 4.30pm
Thursday 21 November 2 - 4.30pm
Thursday 28 November 2 - 4.30pm
Thursday 5 December 2 - 4.30pm
Playing Place
Feb/March 2020 Dates to be confirmed
Callington
Jan/Feb 2020 Dates to be confirmed
Recruitment poster
Resources
Expert Patient Programme Leaflet
Expert Patient Programme Registration Form