For the estimated 16 million Americans living with cardiopulmonary disease, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), participating in a support group can improve their emotional well-being and have a positive impact on their health.
That is why Surge Rehabilitation and Nursing, located at 49 Oakcrest Ave in Middle Island, has joined with the American Lung Association (ALA) to form a Better Breathers Club at the facility which offers an opportunity for cardiopulmonary disease patients to connect virtually, via ZOOM, with others who are facing similar experiences, obtain practical information and to receive support. The Middle Island facility has had a pulmonary support group for several years, but the partnership with the ALA is a new venture, resulting in twice the number of group participants.
“With this support group we hope to promote respiratory health and a better sense of well-being for those living with chronic lung disease,” Robert Madigan, Director of the Cardio Pulmonary program at Surge.
The support group can also address lingering issues experienced by patients who have had COVID-19.
The support group will cover an introduction to cardiopulmonary diseases; the benefits of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation; the role of family support in cardiopulmonary disease; heart healthy medical nutrition therapy and communicating with healthcare professionals.
The monthly support group meets every 3rd Wednesday at 1pm of the month and is open to all and is currently using ZOOM meeting format. To receive the Zoom invite information to participate, please email [email protected] or call 631-581-6400.
Surge Rehabilitation and Nursing offers an inpatient cardiopulmonary disease program that transitions seamlessly to the Pulmonary Support Group.
