Conclusion: Patient centered SMS BELIEVE SELF-MANAGEMENT IS WORTHWHILE:The patient must feel there is hope and benefit in doing a good job. KNOW WHAT TO DO. The patient must have a clear and achievable plan for self-managementConclusion: Desired Outcomes of SMSPeople with chronic conditions (and their families)are more: Aware and Informed Engaged Activated Empowered Confident they can self-manageAnd partner with health care providers