Introduction to the Breathe Programme
The Breathe Programme is a 10 week rehabilitation programme for people with long term lung conditions such as COPD, bronchiectasis, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma or breathing problems. The programme includes exercise and education sessions which can help keep you well for longer by teaching you how to manage your condition.
How do I get referred to The Breathe Programme?
There are a number of ways to access the programme. One step is to ask your GP to be referred to the Breathe Programme. You can also ask a health professionals for example your physiotherapist, practice nurse, respiratory nurse or team, consultant or at the chest clinic that you attend.
The Breathe Programme can support you to:
- improve your fitness
- increase your knowledge of your condition
- better manage your condition
- maintain a healthier lifestyle
As part of the programme you will learn how to:
- use your inhalers correctly
- clear you chest and control breathing
- identify signs of an exacerbation or flare up and develop an action plan
Types of programmes we offer
There are different options available based on your needs and preferences. You can choose from:
- Group exercise and education
- Group exercise only
- Group education only
- Home exercise
- Home education
- One-to-one support session
The one-to-one support session is with a member of the team to assess and discuss your needs to provide an individual plan that suits you.
Types of access available
- Face to Face
- Telephone
- Video consultation
- Remote support via apps
- MyCOPD app
- Your COVID support
- Rehab guru
There are 7 community venues across Liverpool and also a hospital based venue. We are currently offering face to face assessments at Anfield Sports Centre and Bridge Chapel Community Centre.
To find out more about these new options please ask a member of the Breathe Team.
If you’re a health professional, follow us on Twitter: @Breathe_LHCH!
Other links
Breathe Digital
In this section you will find a variety of education videos. These educational videos presented by our Breathe Team Members, will provide you with help and advice along with top tips all designed at helping you manage your respiratory condition.
Patient Stories
Take a look at these videos of patient stories to see what people thought of of the Breathe Programme, how it helped them and why they would recommend it.
Local support
Here you'll find more support services like the British Lung Foundation, Citizens Advice Liverpool, as well as stopping smoking and alcohol services.
Breathe Programme Facebook page
Go to the Breathe Programme Facebook page for regular updates, exercise videos, top tips and more!
COVID-19 Support
This section will provide you with information that is aimed at helping you recover from your post-COVID illness, with various option available as part of our programme.
Content provided by the Breathe Programme.
The Breathe programme is a flexible programme of exercise and education for patients with chronic lung conditions.
Published on Fri, 22 Oct 2021 14:07:20 GMT
Modified on Fri, 23 Jun 2023 09:50:42 GMT