Take Control - Live Well is a 3 week group program that gives you the skills and confidence to take control of your chronic condition. Connect with others and get support to make changes and live well.
About this service
Do you have a health condition that has lasted more than 3 months? Is it affecting your quality of life?
Take Control - Live Well is a FREE 3-week group program for adults in the ACT who have a chronic condition. It helps you find ways to reach your health goals and manage your condition. Connect with others in a safe and welcoming space.
You will learn how to:
- get the best out of your health appointments.
- look after your mental and physical health.
- find reliable health information.
- set and achieve your health goals.
- find local support services.
After the 3-week program, you will have:
- a plan to reach your health goals.
- a program book of resources to take home.
- the option to receive SMS support for up to 3 months.
Who we care for
Any adult (18+ years old) who lives in the ACT and has at least one chronic condition (lasting 3 or more months) can join the program.
How to access this service
You can refer yourself to this program.
To register, please call Central Health Intake on (02) 5124 9977.
If you'd like more information about the program, please feel free to email us: SelfManagement@act.gov.au
What to expect
The program is run in two forms:
- Online: Each session runs once per week for 2 hours. Carers are welcome to attend.
- In person: Each session runs once per week for 2.5 hours. The program runs at various locations across Canberra. Carers are welcome to attend.
See below for a full list of upcoming program locations, dates and times. Please note, places in each group are limited so book as soon as possible.
| Location | Starting | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuggeranong Community Health Centre | Thursday 11 June | 1:30pm - 4:00pm |
| Gungahlin Community Health Centre | Tuesday 14 July | 1:30pm - 4:00pm |
| Online | Monday 10 August | 4:30pm - 6:30pm |
| Belconnen Community Health Centre | Thursday 8 October | 9:30am - 12:00pm |
| Phillip Community Health Centre | Wednesday 4 November | 9:30am - 12:00pm |
What to bring to your appointment
- You do not need to bring anything.
Where we're located
- Belconnen Community Health Centre
- Phillip Community Health Centre
- Gungahlin Community Health Centre
- Village Creek (Kambah) Community Health Centre
- Tuggeranong Community Health Centre
We also run the program online.
Information for referrers
Please see Community HealthPathways for detailed referral criteria and information.
Referrals are accepted by:
- Phone: (02) 5124 9977
- Fax: (02) 5124 1082
- Email: SelfManagement@act.gov.au