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Better Choices, Better Health for your Patients

​Better Choices, Better Health® SD (BCBH-SD) offers chronic disease self-management education workshops that are designed to help adults living with ongoing physical and/or mental health conditions and caregivers understand how healthier choices can improve quality of life, boost self-confidence, and inspire positive lifestyle changes. Workshop participants will find a supportive community to help them get through their daily activities and manage physical and mental health wellness. When they have the support and tools to make healthier choices, they can improve their health and lead fuller lives.

SDAHO and BCBH-SD are partnering in order to raise awareness with our members of this free resource. If you have patients that would benefit from these workshops, please consider ordering these free marketing materials​ located under the Chronic Disease​ Category.

To make a referral:
Physicians, healthcare providers, or other professionals, can use the Fax Referral Form or simply make a call at 1-888-484-3800.

BCBH-SD offers different types of workshops that fit your patients needs:

What will my patient get out of these workshops? 

During these skill-building workshops your patient will learn to better manage their condition and their life even if you have been coping with a chronic condition for many years. They will meet others who deal with chronic conditions and identify new resources and support systems.

Who Should Attend?

  1. Anyone with a chronic condition
  2. Caregivers

What Are Some Chronic Conditions BCBH Workshops Can Help Manage?

  • Arthritis
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • High blood pressure
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Stroke
  • Osteoporosis
  • Chronic pain
  • Breathing problems
  • Weight concerns
  • Emotional conditions
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Early dementia
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Lupus
  • Fatigue

What Are the Benefits?

  • Increased exercise
  • Better symptom management
  • Better communication with physicians
  • Better general health
  • Less health distress
  • Less fatigue
  • Increased social activities and community involvement
  • Identify support systems and new resources
  • Fewer days in the hospital
  • Fewer outpatient visits​

What Does It Cost?
Workshops are FREE!

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