The Park Ridge Wellness Department helps individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. The hospital-based staff is committed to leading healthy lifestyles and, in turn, sharing their passion for wellness with others. The path to a healthier you starts here. The team addresses the health and wellness needs of Park Ridge Health Associates and area businesses through Corporate Wellness offerings and nutritional and exercise counseling. They also serve the public through presentations and low cost wellness services and classes.
The Park Ridge Wellness Team
The highly-qualified staff at Park Ridge Wellness includes a certified physician assistant, a community wellness educator, a behavioral wellness coach and registered nurses with specialized training. Many of our team members are also certified by the American College of Sports Medicine in personal training.
Take the First Step
The Park Ridge Wellness team outlines the following three steps to get you on the path to wellness:
Step 1: Make a Commitment. This first step will empower you to improve your whole self… body, mind and spirit. Everything you do, think and believe impacts your health and well-being. Only you can make the choices that will allow you to live a longer, healthier and happier life.
Step 2: Get Informed. Once you've made the commitment, the next step is to educate yourself about your current health and what you can do to improve it. Here are key numbers that are indicators of good health:
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Blood pressure
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Cholesterol
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Glucose
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Body mass index (BMI) and Body Fat Percentage
You must first learn your numbers and learn how to improve them. It's important to remember that some risk factors can be controlled with lifestyle changes (i.e., cholesterol, blood pressure) while others cannot (i.e., family history of disease). Make an appointment with us to find out your numbers by calling Park Ridge Wellness at 828.687.6288.
Step 3: Start Moving. As you continue on the path to better health, develop a plan of action to reduce your risks and improve your overall health. Take advantage of free health screenings through our Wellness on Wheels van, attend our free wellness seminars, and read our informative blogs at www.healthyhundred.org. Whatever you do- just get moving! Walk with friends, park further away from the door at the market, or even join a hiking group!
Services, Classes, and Programs available for CORPORATE WELLNESS:
A workplace wellness program offers a proactive approach to avoidable costs. Viewing the program as an investment, rather than as a cost will bring long-term dividends. At Park Ridge Wellness, companies may choose from a menu of services to create a program that meets their needs, or to supplement an existing wellness program.
For more information about Park Ridge Corporate Wellness programs and services, or to schedule an appointment, call 828.687.5290.
Services, Classes, and Programs available for PARK RIDGE ASSOCIATES:
Please find a complete listing on the ARC Intranet
Services, Classes, and Programs available for THE PUBLIC:
Vitamin D testing $90
Identifies a Vitamin D deficiency, which plays a major role in numerous diseases such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes, among others.
Comprehensive Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, Glucose, etc) $60
With LDL-P and Insulin Resistance Score
HbA1c (testing for Diabetes) $30
Reveals the control of glucose over a four-month period for people with diabetes.
Body Fat Composition Analysis $30
A valuable tool to use before, during and after a wellness initiative that assesses your weight, percent of body fat, pounds of fat, pounds of lean muscle mass, total body water and basal metabolic rate.
Postural Alignment Evaluations (PAE) $175
Evaluates posture to identify issues that may cause chronic muscle/ joint pain or limited range of motion and provides specific exercises to address the problems.
PAE Follow-up (6-8 follow up appointments) $95 each
GRUVE product $125
Classes and Programs
Wellness Coaching $25/session
Coaches consist of ACSM Certified staff, a masters trained behavior coach, and a Certified Physician’s Assistant.
Smoking Cessation Program $40/ per person
The American Lung Association's Freedom from Smoking seven-week program with proven results.
Full Plate Lifestyle Program $60/ per person
This 8 session program teaches participants lifestyle changes. This is not about how many pounds you lose. It is about the good habits you create, which in turn result in weight loss and decreases in hypertension, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Chronic Disease Management Program $30/ per person
For anyone who lives with or cares for someone with a chronic condition. Learn to be a good self-manager of your chronic condition, and in return live a fuller more enjoyable life.
Wellness Seminars Free
One-hour programs that cover an array of current wellness topics.
For additional information, and to schedule an appointment for any of the above services, contact us at Park Ridge Wellness 828.687.6288.
