Living Better with PAD: Your Guide to Support Groups

Why Join a PAD Support Group?

Living with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. Support groups offer:

• Shared experiences and coping strategies
• Latest treatment information
• Lifestyle modification tips
• Emotional support from others who understand

Benefits of PAD Support Groups

Educational Benefits

• Updates on new treatments and research
• Expert speakers and healthcare professionals
• Diet and exercise guidance
• Medication management tips

Social Benefits

• Connect with others facing similar challenges
• Share success stories
• Build lasting friendships
• Family support resources

Finding a Support Group

Local Resources

• Hospital-based groups
• Community centers
• Cardiac rehabilitation programs
• Vascular clinics

Online Communities

• Virtual support meetings
• Social media groups
• Online forums
• Telehealth options

Meeting Information

Our Hospital's PAD Support Group

• When: First Tuesday of each month
• Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
• Location: Cardiovascular Center, Room 204
• Contact: (555) 123-4567 or [email protected]

Additional Resources

• Vascular Disease Foundation: www.vdf.org
• American Heart Association: www.heart.org
• Local exercise programs
• Nutritional counseling services

Please consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program or making significant lifestyle changes.