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Self-Management Programmes & Directory NZ

Samoan-group that attended a self management course

Featured Programme:

Stanford LIFE Programme

Self management includes what you and your healthcare team can do to help you manage more successfully at home. Self-management programmes are a diverse range of courses, groups, workbooks or programmes that help you learn specific skills and knowledge to achieve this.

In this section we are starting to develop a directory of self management programmes within New Zealand. Recommend a course? contact us

Getting started: Click on one of the areas in the list below or scroll down to view all.

 

Any Health Condition - also available in Maori, Samoan, Hindi

Stanford Self Management Programme Also known as - Living a Healthier Life, My Health, Our LIFE, LIFE Programme or Stanford Model
Brief Description This is a very popular 6 week course covering range of self management topics for people with any long term condition. Attending this course has made a BIG difference for many people and is highly recommended.Visit Stanford Self Management Programme section of website- wide range of information, course outline etc. 
Organisation Primary Care Organisations and NGOs including ProCare Health, HealthWest, Arthritis NZ
Who is this for? Adults over 18 years with any long-term condition such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, depression, asthma, and many moreFamily or carers are also welcome and find the course very helpful.
Languages English, Maori, Samoan and Hindi focused groups available in Auckland
Areas Northland

  • Contact the team at Manaia PHO Ph 09 438 1015

North Shore and Central Auckland

  • contact your local GP or PHO
  • You can also contact ProCare Health directly - email: life@procare.co.nz or Ph: 374 6815. They have a range of programmes running across Auckland and anyone is welcome.

 

Counties Manukau

  • East Health - Phone: +64 09 538 0599 or email: (health@easthealth.co.nz)
  • All areas - Self Management Facilitator, ProCare Health - life@procare.co.nz or Ph: 374 6815 and the team will help you find the most convenient group for you

 

Hawkes Bay 

  • Contact Hawkes Bay Health PHO to find out where courses are being held

Phone 06 871 5646     Fax 06 873 4960    Email info@healthhb.co.nzWhanganui

  • Phone    (06) 348 0109, Fax (06) 348 8205, Email pho@wrpho.org.nz

West Coast - links to course information & contact details
 

Other Areas

  • Arthritis NZ provide this course in a number of areas. Ring to see if there is a course near you.

 

Diabetes

Course Name: Diabetes Self Management Education
Brief Description: Range of courses covering basics about diabetes
Organisations Multiple including local Primary Health Organisations, District Health Boards, and community organisations such as Diabetes NZ and Diabetes Auckland
Who is this for? People with Type 2 diabetes and their families
Languages English, Maori, Samoan and Hindi focused groups available in Auckland
Specific Diabetes Courses  

Northland

  • Manaia PHO run regular Diabetes Self Management Courses. Visit here for more information
  • Northland DHB - contact the local Diabetes Centre for details

 

Auckland

Living Well with Type 2 Diabetes- current providers include:

  • Auckland District Health Board region - Te Hononga PHO - for central Auckland from Avondale to Panmure and city to Hillsborough - Phone: 09 307 0516. For timetable of courses visit here. Calendar of courses - top left of screen.
  • Counties Manukau - most areas covered - check with GP.
  • Waitemata DHB - also provides courses - check with your GP
  • Auckland wide
    • Procare Health also provide Diabetes courses - Phone: 09 377 7827
    • Diabetes Auckland - (there may be a small cost to attend) Phone: 09 623-2508

Hawkes Bay 

  • Contact Hawkes Bay Health PHO to find out where courses are being held.  Phone 06 871 5646     Fax 06 873 4960    Email info@healthhb.co.nz

Whanganui

  • Phone (06) 348 0109; Fax (06) 348 8205; Email pho@wrpho.org.nz

Nelson - Marlborough

 

Other regions in New Zealand - check with your GP or let us know

 

Heart Disease

Course Name: Heart Disease - Cardiac Rehabilitation
Brief Description Anyone who has had a heart attack or has angina will really benefit from attending education sessions about how to keep yourself well.The courses include Information, support and education to help you make a full recovery after a heart event (heart attack, angina etc)What is cardiac rehabilitation?

 
Organisation: Local District Health Boards and Heart Foundation
Who is this for? Adults and family with heart problems
Cardiac Rehabilitation Programmes
For further information: throughout New Zealand visit Heart Foundation - What is cardiac rehabilitation and location information

 

Lung or Respiratory Problems

Course Name:
Brief Description a range of programmes and support groups exist for asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and long-term lung or respiratory problems.Pulmonary Rehabilitation is an evidence-based programme that helps people with chronic lung disease such as COPD.
Organisation Multiple
Target group people with long-standing or significant lung or breathing problems (such as asthma, bronchietasis, COPD etc.
Contact Details Local District Health Board
Location / Dates as above

 

Men's Groups

Course Name: Various
Brief Description A range of groups occur around the country

  • The ones we know about are: Maori Men's Groups - South Auckland
Organisation Counties Manukau District Health Board
Target group Men and their partners
Contact Details Ph 09-262 9500 and ask for Maori Self Management Facilitator
Location / Dates Papakura, Mangere,

 

Pain - Chronic Pain

Course Name: Pain Programmes
Brief Description A range of pain clinics, courses and support are available in most areas for anyone living with chronic pain. Chronic pain is a very common problem, yet often people feel isolated and discouraged by lack of information, support or poorly controlled pain. Talk with your family doctor, look for local groups that can help, read the Pain Toolkit booklet and take action!A popular pain programme is now available in the Auckland region. This is based on the Stanford Programme and specifically for people with chronic pain. (Weekly sessions of 2.5 hours for 6 weeks)
Organisation ProCare Health
Target group Adults with on-going pain
Contact Details email:  life @ procare.co.nz (remove the spaces and email will work) for further course information
Location / Dates Auckland wide

 

Parkinson's Disease

Course Name: Living Well with Parkinson's Disease
Brief Description A 6 week education series aiming to improve self management skills for people recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s diseaseDeveloped by local physiotherapists and the university, this is a new programme which is run twice yearly (at this stage). Each session is 2 hours long and over the 6 weeks will cover the knowledge and skills needed to manage life with Parkinson’s disease.  The cost is $25 for the 6 weeks but you are required to join the society ($33 per year) to attend.In two hours a week for six consecutive weeks, this course will cover everything you and your spouse/family need to know about managing life with Parkinson's.

  • Topics include: effects of Parkinson's Disease; what this diagnosis means for you, your family and your future; how to get the most out of your doctor and the health system; exercise and nutrition; speech and communication; dealing with fatigue and stress; understanding and managing medications how to manage employment and/or retirement plans.
Organisation Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Society of Canterbury Inc.
Who is this for? Anyone with Parkinsons and your spouse or support person.
Contact Details For further information you can contact the team on (03) 3662857 or see their website www.ms-pd.org.nz
Location / Dates Canterbury

 

Samoan women talking about the benefits of attending a self management course

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My Health, Our LIFE

(Counties Manukau course

based on the Stanford Model)

Living a Healthy Life

(Arthritis NZ's course

based on the Stanford Model)

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Last updated on April 29, 2012

Links to further information:
http://www.healthnavigator.org.nz/self-management/self-management-programmes-directory/