Holyoke, MA — Access Care Partners (formerly WestMass ElderCare), in collaboration with Highland Valley Elder Services, is excited to announce a new virtual offering of Taking Charge: Living Well with Chronic Conditions, a free 7-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) beginning Wednesday, July 16, 2025, and continuing weekly through August 27, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
This empowering, evidence-based workshop—originally developed by Stanford University—is designed for individuals living with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, and other long-term health concerns. It is also an excellent opportunity for caregivers seeking practical tools to better support their loved ones.
Participants will gain actionable skills and confidence to:
“This program is about more than just information—it’s about transformation,” said Sarah Aasheim, Director of Community Programs of Access Care Partners. “It’s designed to help people feel empowered to take charge of their health and live their best lives—even in the face of chronic conditions.”
Sessions will be led by experienced facilitators:
The workshop is free and offered entirely online, allowing participants to join from the comfort and safety of their homes.
RSVP Today!
Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
To register, contact Sabrina Denesha at sdenesha@accesscarepartners.org or call 413-538-9020 x470.
Build confidence. Take control. Live well.
Access Care Partners is a private, non-profit agency founded in 1974 which is funded in parts by grants and contracts from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) and the federal Administration for Community Living. We are part of a network of Aging Services Access Points and Area Agencies on Aging.
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