Take Charge of Your Health, One Workshop at a Time!
Are you living with a chronic condition, supporting a loved one, or just looking to stay active and informed? You’re not alone, and we’re here to help.
The Self-Management Program of Southeast Ontario offers free, practical health workshops that give you the tools and confidence to manage your health and well-being.
What You Can Expect:
✅ Free workshops (funded by the Ministry of Health and Ontario Health atHome)
✅ No doctor’s referral needed
✅ Welcoming, supportive atmosphere
✅ Led by certified peer leaders with real-life experience
✅ Learn at your own pace, in a friendly community setting
Upcoming Workshops
We offer a variety of trusted, expert-led sessions covering topics many aspects of physical and mental health. These workshops are designed to help you stay independent, informed, and in control.
Want to Get Involved?
We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to join us as facilitators, both online and in-person. We welcome community members and staff who are interested in leading health workshops for the Southeast Ontario community. Lived experience is preferred, and we offer free training and a small honorarium. If you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you!
Ready to Register?
Spots fill up fast so register today and take charge of your health!
Workshops for Everyone
- Chronic Pain Self-Management
- Chronic Conditions Self-Management
- Diabetes Self-Management
- Getting the Most from your Healthcare Appointment
- Powerful Tools for Caregivers
- Cancer: Surviving and Thriving
- Personal Finances with Service Canada
- Neurodiversity and Adult Autism
- Empowered Relief for Chronic Pain
- Managing Powerful Emotions
- Help with your Health
- Better Sleep
Self-Management and Professional Development Trainings for Healthcare Practitioners
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
- Informed Decision Making
- Health Literacy
- Brief Action Planning
- Trauma Informed Care
Related Events
Sep 14
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmSep 24
6:30 pm - 8:00 pmSep 28
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmSep 29
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmSep 30
1:30 pm - 4:00 pmOct 7
1:30 pm - 3:00 pmOct 14
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmOct 15
8:30 am - 12:00 pmOct 21
11:30 am - 1:00 pmOct 23
8:30 am - 4:00 pmBrief Action Planning (BAP) is a structured, patient-centred approach based on the principles and practice of Motivational Interviewing. Participants will learn practical communication skills to support patients in setting goals, creating action plans, building confidence, and making healthy behaviour changes.
Oct 26
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmNov 4
8:30 am - 12:00 pmNov 9
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmNov 10
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmNov 11
10:00 am - 12:00 pmJoin us online for a helpful workshop all about handling stress when living with a chronic or rare disease. We’ll share tips and support to help you feel more in control and less overwhelmed. Perfect if you want to learn practical ways to manage your mental health from the comfort of your own space.
Nov 23
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmDec 2
9:30 am - 12:00 pmDec 14
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmSeptember 1, 2026 (2 MB)
September 1, 2026 (2 MB)