SUPPORTING CHANGE TOGETHER
Welcome to West Cook Community Integrated Health Programming
At the Y, we're dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the West Cook community. Since 2007, we've been at the forefront of innovative efforts to prevent and manage chronic diseases, saving lives and reducing healthcare costs with the support of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and our healthcare partners. We invite you to join our Community Integrated Health Programming and take the first step towards a healthier you! Together, we can redefine health and transform lives in the West Cook community.
OUR MISSION: YOUR HEALTH
- Increasing Life Expectancy: By promoting physical activity and healthy eating.
- Improving Access to Care: Making healthcare more accessible and affordable.
- Preventing and Managing Chronic Diseases: Offering evidence-based programs and support.
- Enhancing Health Equity: Addressing social factors that affect your health.
WHY JOIN US?
- Healthier Choices Made Easier: We create environments that make the healthier choice the easy choice.
- Accessible Resources: Disease prevention and management resources available where you live, work, learn, grow, and play.
- Focus on Value: Transitioning from a volume-based to a value-based healthcare system.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Personalized Programs: Tailored to your needs, whether you're looking to prevent or manage chronic conditions.
- Community Support: Long-term relationships and peer support are at the heart of what we do.
- Collaboration with Local Healthcare: We work with local healthcare systems to bring you the best care possible.
GET INVOLVED:
- Improve Your Overall Health: Benefit from our community-focused approach to health.
- Increase Your Life Expectancy: Participate in our programs designed to help you live a longer, healthier life.
- Access to Care: Take advantage of our accessible healthcare resources.
- Lower Your Healthcare Costs: Prevent and manage chronic diseases with our support.
- We invite you to join our Community Integrated Health Programming and take the first step towards a healthier you! Together, we can redefine health and transform lives in the West Cook community.
PROVEN PROGRAMS
FOR A HEALTHIER YOU
Arthritis Support
Designed to alleviate symptoms and improve joint health through physical activity and education.
Cancer Wellness
Comprehensive support for cancer patients and survivors to enhance their quality of life during and after treatment.
Childhood Weight Management
Reclaim your family’s health through healthier eating habits and an active lifestyle.
Diabetes Prevention
Evidence-based strategies to help prevent the onset of prediabetes and manage existing conditions.
Hypertension Management
Focused on monitoring and managing blood pressure to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Weight Management
Tailored to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight through balanced nutrition and physical activity.