nothing stands in my way
Having a chronic condition certainly means making some changes
to your life. But the good news is that with the right support and
information,
change is within reach! Even the tiniest
adjustment can have a huge effect on your health and well-being,
and every positive change you make takes you one step closer to a
healthier life.
That’s why Arise Health Plan has partnered with StayWell® Health
Management to offer eligible participants with diabetes, heart failure
or coronary artery disease, the opportunity to participate in a condition
management program. Through this program, StayWell health coaches
will work with you to develop action plans based on your specific
health needs and goals. We’ll help you adopt and maintain healthy
behaviors by creating a plan that considers your own personal needs,
strategies for improving your health, and your support system. Your
health coach will help you:
• Set and achieve realistic health goals
• Understand and follow your doctor’s instructions
• Measure and record your vital signs and symptoms
• Improve your lifestyle habits
• Learn how to self-manage your condition and become an active i exceeded my goal
“At first I was apprehensive about the program. I wasn’t
sure I’d learn anything new, or that my coach could really
understand my unique situation and needs. I was worried
I wouldn’t be able to keep up with my goals.
To my surprise, my coach was understanding, gentle
and kind. When I told her I wanted to lose 4 pounds per
month, she assured me it’s the little steps rather than giant
leaps that will get me to my goals. With her support and
encouragement, I was able to drop 6 pounds the first month
— I didn’t expect that at all! I feel better and more hopeful
for the first time in months.”
~ program participant
small steps added up to big changes
“Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes left me feeling
overwhelmed and discouraged, and I quickly spiraled
into a depression. I didn’t have the energy to tackle all the
things I knew I’d have to do to get better. But my coach was
sensitive and supportive, even when I just needed someone
to listen to me. After a few calls, I felt ready to start moving
a little more and making small changes to my diet. Nothing
big at first, but just enough that I started feeling more
hopeful. Before I knew it, one small success at a time turned
into losing 30 pounds. Without this program and my coach’s
support, I know I’d still be stuck.”
~ program participant
partner in your health
If you have a chronic condition, a health coach will be calling you to
discuss participating in this program. Or you may call a health coach at
888-801-8876 to begin your condition management program on your
own terms. Participation is over the phone and is completely voluntary.
Participation or non-participation in this program will in no way impact
your benefits. With a little knowledge and the will to make small,
realistic changes, nothing stands in your way!
my job makes a difference
“I love my job because it gives me the opportunity to help
people who are struggling with very real, very painful
problems. Small, realistic goals are the only way to go,
as the big picture sometimes leads to feelings of being
overwhelmed.
That light-bulb moment when I provide a piece of
information the participant has never heard before, or when
the man who weighs 500 pounds goes for his first 5-minute
walk in years … those are the stories that make me love
what I do. I think I get as excited about their progress as
they do!”
~ StayWell health coach