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Expert Patients Programme

Course description

Expert Patients Programme logoThe Expert Patients Programme is a 6-week course for people living with any long-term health condition.

It aims to help you to take more control of your health by learning new skills to manage your condition better on a daily basis.

Topics include:

  • Dealing with pain and extreme tiredness
  • Coping with feelings of depression
  • Relaxation techniques and exercise
  • Healthy eating
  • Communicating with family, friends and professionals
  • Planning for the future

Each session lasts 2.5 hours. Sessions are facilitated by trained tutors who are living with a long-term condition.

Or the course is also available online.

Course provider

  • England: Expert Patients Programme Community Interest Company (EPPCIC)
  • Wales: Expert Patients Programme (EPP) Wales

Location

Courses take place throughout England and Wales. Or you can complete the course online, wherever you have internet access.

Who the course is aimed at

People with a long-term condition such as Parkinson's

More information

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