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4. You benefit
from the strong support of staff and
fellow participants.
"After each class, most of us went out for
coffee, and quickly many of us became close friends. We had a
kind of rotating dinner party at each other's homes. We also
began to have a dinner dance once a year, then an annual golf
tournament with a barbecue, and during the winter holiday season
each class had its own holiday event. The friends I made in
this way are still, after eighteen years, the closest friends I have
ever had."
by Jerry Fox. For
more, here is the link to "Our Stories" |
Breaking old habits and
learning new ones can be stressful, especially when you are at risk for a
cardiovascular event. Wondering about your future health
can be stressful, too. The support of family and friends, as well as
health care providers, can make a big difference in how well you eventually adjust.
The Cardiac Therapy Foundation provides a supportive
environment
 | for discussing your concerns with others who have similar interests
and experiences,
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| which includes a trained cardiac nursing staff that can alleviate many
of your worries,
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| which can reduce the mild depression often experienced by many with
heart disease. |
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