The Persistent Pain Self Management Program offers practical ideas and tools to help you overcome the challenges of living with pain.

Each program is led by two trained leaders. Leaders are volunteers or health workers who may be living with ongoing pain themselves.

The program runs for 2½ hours each week for six weeks with a group of about 10 – 15 people.

What does the program cover?
• New ways to deal with problems such as fatigue and poor sleep
• Exercise to maintain and improve strength and flexibility
• Communicating effectively with family, friends and health professionals
• Appropriate use of medications
• Healthy eating
• Pacing activity and rest
• How to check new treatments.

Who this service is for

The program is for adults living with ongoing pain, as well as the people who support them (partner / family member / friend).

Cost

A small donation for refreshments is the only cost to attend.

Opening Hours

Programs run at various times throughout the year.

Accessibility Support

We choose venues with accessible toilets and parking.  Ask about the next nearest program and any accessibility support you need.

How this service is delivered

• Face-to-face

  Programs are delivered across NW and Southern Tasmania.

  We deliver programs in local halls and community health centres.
  You may also be able to access a program online.

• Call or visit us online

  Persistent Pain Self Management program | Tasmanian Department of Health

  In the NW call 03 6477 7347

  In the South call 03 6166 1400

   

• We'll come to you (outreach)

  Programs can be run in any towns where there are two leaders and a suitable venue.

  Contact us if you are interested in having a Persistent Pain Self Management Program near you.