Take Control of Your Health
An Evidenced-based self-management program
Healthy U is a workshop for people with chronic health conditions, their friends,
family, and caregivers. Over the course of six weeks, Healthy U participants learn
valuable skills to help them take control of their condition and live happier, healthier
lives.
Watch the Healthy U Introductory Video now!
Those who take part in a Healthy U workshop will:
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Get support from other people with chronic health conditions
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Develop different strategies to deal with pain, fatigue, and frustration
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Learn about healthy eating
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Create an exercise program that works for them
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Understand their options when it comes to new treatments
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Learn how to talk with their doctor, family, and friends about their health
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Learn how to solve difficult problems and create action plans
Healthy U is available to anyone over the age of 18. Workshops are always free, even
for people who want to take them multiple times. All materials used during the workshops
will be loaned to participants for the length of the workshop.
Other Healthy U Programs include:
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Chronic Disease Self-Management
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Diabetes Self-Management
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Cancer: Thriving and Surviving
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Tomando Control de su Salud
What participants have said about Healthy U:
"The class helped me manage my diabetes better and my A1C is within normal limits
now." - John
"I have learned there are people like me, not living life to the fullest because of
a chronic condition, and that we can move forward." - Caroline
"After taking the workshop, I have since lost 25 pounds. I began exercising and eating
healthier. My blood pressure now runs about 130/70. I feel great and have a lot more
energy." - Sam
OFFER HEALTHY U IN YOUR COMMUNITY
Refer your patients and clients, offer Healthy U at your organization, or become a Healthy U leader! All Healthy U workshops are fully funded and supported
by WyCOA and its partners. For those attending a Leader training, WyCOA will reimburse
all travel, hotel, and daily expenses. Training is entirely free of charge. Contact
the Healthy U team to sign up today!
Current Leaders who need workshop materials or support email Healthy U Staff!
FIND A PROGRAM NEAR YOU
Healthy U is available all across Wyoming. Use the map to find a Healthy U workshop in your community