Table 1. Description of the modules in the intervention.

	Module 1	Module 2	Module 3
Cognitive Component	The circulatory system, definition of HF, medications and symptom management	Lifestyle modifications; diet, smoking cessation, alcohol, immunization, regular exercise	Directing the care, relationship and prognosis
Cognitive Outcomes	Increased knowledge of the chronic HF syndrome and treatment	Increased knowledge of the rationale for lifestyle changes	Increased knowledge of self-care and outcomes
Support Component	Introduce psychosocial support concept	Assess patient’s need of support, Modify caregiver behavior	Assess partner’s need of support and partner’s caregiver burden
Support Outcomes	Improved mental and physical functions	Strengthen self-care behaviour	Improved mutual support Decreased caregiver burden Improved control
Behavioural Component	Intentions, abilities and self-efficacy regarding self-care	Barriers to lifestyle modifications	Strategies to improve or maintain self-care behaviour
Behavioural Outcomes	Daily weighing, Monitoring of symptoms, Flexible diuretic intake, Adherence	Salt and fluid restriction, Influenza and Pneumococcal Immunisations Regular Exercise	Identifying life priorities and planning for the future

Content of each of the three modules utilised in the intervention.