Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)-My Life, My Health
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)-My Life, My Health
My Life, My Health is an evidence-based participant education program developed by the Patient Education Research Center at Stanford University. The program is delivered through six structured workshops (2.5 hours per session, totaling 15 hours) and equips individuals living with chronic conditions with practical self-management skills, including goal setting, symptom management, medication adherence, and effective communication with healthcare providers. Through guided education, action planning, and peer support, the program strengthens self-efficacy, promotes healthy behaviors, and improves quality of life—contributing to better health outcomes and reduced healthcare utilization.
Managing Concerns About Falls is an evidence-based intervention that addresses fear of falling among older adults, a key risk factor for reduced mobility and social isolation. Developed from research conducted by the Roybal Center for Enhancement of Late-Life Function at Boston University, the program is delivered through eight structured workshops (2 hours per session, totaling 16 hours) and supports increased physical activity, confidence, and functional independence through guided education, practical skill-building, and peer engagement.
Tai Chi - Moving for Better Balance
Tai Chi – Moving for Better Balance is an evidence-based fall prevention program designed for community-dwelling older adults. Through slow, purposeful movements, the program improves balance, flexibility, strength, and range of motion—key factors in reducing fall risk. Recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as a top-tier evidence-based prevention program, Tai Chi – Moving for Better Balance supports functional independence and safe, active aging.
Healthy Eating
Healthy Eating is a nationally supported, evidence-informed nutrition education program sponsored by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) through its Model Programs Project. The program is delivered through six structured workshops (1 hour per session, totaling 6 hours), with NCOA providing national leadership and program oversight to ensure quality and consistency. Healthy Eating has a strong institutional foundation, having been overseen initially by the Lahey Clinic, later managed by Hebrew SeniorLife in 2008, and assumed by Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley in 2017. The program promotes improved nutrition knowledge, healthier food choices, and sustainable dietary behaviors that support chronic disease prevention and healthy aging.
Freedom From Smoking® Program
Freedom From Smoking® is an evidence-based smoking cessation program for individuals ready to quit tobacco use, developed by the American Lung Association. The program is delivered through eight structured sessions (1.5 hours per session, totaling 12 hours) and focuses on practical, skill-building strategies for quitting, including behavior change, coping techniques, stress management, and relapse prevention. Through guided instruction and peer support, participants build the confidence, skills, and support networks needed to achieve and sustain tobacco-free lifestyles, contributing to improved health outcomes and reduced risk of chronic disease.