Workshops and Classes

The Edmonton West Primary Care Network offers a variety of classes and workshops to support a patient’s health and well-being.

On Demand Patient Education Classes

The classes listed below are available on demand, free of charge and can be taken at any time. 

Active Living

To access the Active Living video, click here.

Assert Yourself

Learn how to express yourself effectively and to stand up for your point of view, while also respecting the rights and beliefs of others. This class is available at your convenience through the pre-recorded online videos below:

Why Can’t I Sleep?

Adequate sleep is key to a healthy lifestyle, and benefits your heart, weight, mind, and much more. This class is available at your convenience through the pre-recorded online videos below:

Best Weight: Beyond the Scale

Below are the key topics addressed in the Best Weight: Beyond the Scale education class:  

  • Definition of Best Weight: “Whatever weight you can achieve while living the healthiest lifestyle you can truly enjoy.” (Note this is not determined using BMI or ideal body weight) 
  • Root causes of weight gain (beyond diet and exercise) 
  • Overview of obesity treatment options (medical, psychosocial, lifestyle) 
  • A review of yo-yo weight cycling 
  • Definition of weight loss plateau and weight loss floor 
  • Realistic weight expectations based on health status and treatment choices 
  • Non-weight related measures of success 
  • Getting started using a step-wise approach  
  • Information on Primary Care Network and Alberta Health services supports in the community 
 

Important handout to support this learning: My Iceberg: Getting to the Root of the Cause

Please note that this is an education class geared towards people who are seeking assistance with obesity, and is not a nutrition or exercise class. 

This class is NOT appropriate for people seeking guidance to gain weight,  have unintentional weight loss or patients who have a suspected or diagnosed eating disorder. 

Diabetes Nutrition

To access the Diabetes Nutrition video, click here.

Important resources and handouts to support this class:

In person / Virtual Patient Education Classes

Better Choices, Better Health

Chronic Pain Series

Chronic Pain Series

For those living with chronic pain or those who support someone with chronic pain, join us and learn:

  • techniques to control your pain and other symptoms.
  • tips for healthy eating and becoming more active.
  • strategies for talking with your healthcare team.
  • methods for dealing with your difficult emotions.
  • options for making your everyday tasks easier.
  • ways to take care of yourself to enjoy a better quality of life.
 
This free online workshop consist of six 2 ½ hour sessions for Alberta adults (18+ years of age) who have chronic pain. Participants will increase their confidence and learn new skills to better manage their pain in order to enjoy a better quality of life. 
 
Classes are held virtually by Zoom.
 
For class schedules and registration:

Call 825-404-7460 (Press 3) or Register Online 

Alberta Health Services Workshops and Classes

Alberta Health Services provides free workshops and classes through the Alberta Healthy Living Program. These programs are designed to support patients by covering a variety of topics, including exercise, nutrition, chronic conditions, weight management, and more, to help improve health and well-being. Sessions are available online, in-person, or over the phone.

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