Thank you for joining Week 6 of the Chronic Conditions Wellness Program! This week, we explored communication skills that can help you speak up for your needs with healthcare providers, caregivers, family members, and others who support you. Clear, respectful communication can help you feel more confident and get the care and support you need.

Week 6 Summary

📘 Attached are printable notes with additional information.

Good communication can help you clearly express your needs and get the care and support you need.
Aim to communicate assertively, which means being clear, calm, and respectful.
Prepare for important conversations by organizing your thoughts, questions, and priorities ahead of time.
Practice listening carefully, asking questions, and speaking up when something is unclear.
Use problem-solving strategies when conversations are difficult, and adjust your approach when needed.
Consider using AI to help organize your thoughts or practice what you want to say.

To Do Before Next Week:

Complete your Week 6 Action Plan in your workbook: Choose one conversation you want to prepare for or try this week.
Decide what you will do, when you will do it, and how often. Check your confidence on a scale of 0–10 and aim for 7 or higher.
Practice one sentence or phrase you would like to use during your conversation.
Reward yourself for following through, and use your problem-solving skills to adjust your plan if needed!
Think about next week's Brainstorm Chat. Brainstorm Prompt: What’s been the hardest part of managing medications or treatments lately?

Community Brainstorm Collection

One of the best parts of this program is learning from one another. Throughout the program, we'll continue adding ideas, tips, and resources shared during our weekly Brainstorm Chats.

View the Community Brainstorm Collection:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tYUH2U4iusrQkT429NZJF2xQUcg14gCP/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110415076919907518713&rtpof=true&sd=true

Questions During the Week?

Email us at GetSetUpChronicConditions@getsetup.io

We look forward to seeing you next week!

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Week 7: Managing Medications and Doctor Visits Made Easier

Learn strategies for managing medications and making informed treatment decisions as part of living well with a chronic condition.

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Chronic Conditions Wellness Program:

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always talk with your healthcare provider about questions or concerns related to your health, medications, treatments, diet, or physical activity.