Topics covered will include: Session 1 - understanding the impact of acute & chronic illness and disease on individuals and families; principles of self-care; how to find and use community resources; parts of an an action plan,; developing personal action plans; video and discussion. Session 2 - feeedback & solution seeking for action plans; identifying personal stressors and early warning signs of stress; information & practice for stress reduction such as positive self-talk & relaxation exercises; discussion and development of& personal action plans for the future. (Classes 1 & 2 of Powerful Tools for Caregivers)