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Chair Yoga - Mixed Level
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This program can be done from your own home and is specialized for people with disabilities and movement restrictions.
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Diabetes Support group
Every 3rd Thursday of the month @ 11:00 a.m.
Patients with diabetes are often challenged by the routine of managing their diabetes, and may experience both stress and medical problems that affect their ability to live a full, happy and healthy life.
This program brings Veterans who have diabetes together to support each other to achieve their personal lifetime goals.
The best part about this program is that it is absolutely FREE and you can be in the comfort of your own home attending a VVC (VA Video Connect) group meeting!
Contact your PACT team to register!
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Diabetes Education Classes
Every other Friday @ 10:00 a.m.
Diabetes is a complex disease that requires daily self-management - making healthy food choices, staying physically active, monitoring your blood sugar and taking medications as prescribed.
Successful self-management will help you feel better and can reduce your chance of developing complications like heart disease, dental disease, eye disorders, kidney disease, nerve damage and more.
This educational program consists of 10 sessions and will be repeated throughout the year. Join for one session or for all 10 sessions as your schedule allows.
These classes are absolutely FREE and you can be in the comfort of your own home while learning how to manage your diabetes by joining our VVC (VA Video Connect) group sessions!
Contact your PACT team to register!
Upcoming sessions:
- Carbohydrate counting and heart healthy eating
- Monitoring blood sugars
- Adding activity into your life
- Taking medications
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The best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated every year. During the month of August the National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention monthly topic is Get Recommended Immunizations: “Preventing the Flu Begins with You!” to highlight the importance of getting a flu shot.
Due to the challenges of COVID-19, it is more important than ever for our patients to get a flu shot in the coming months. Flu vaccine should be available after September 15th in most VHA facilities.
Remind Patients to Keep an Eye on Cholesterol
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and heart attack. Remind your patients to have their cholesterol checked. Urge them to take steps to lower cholesterol if it is too high. Content from the Veterans Health Library (VHL) can help educate them about managing cholesterol:
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Share Information About Eating Wisely
Healthy eating is a key way to maximize health and prevent chronic diseases. Encourage Veterans to eat wisely. Let them know that healthy eating options are available , even on a budget or with certain dietary restrictions. Share these tips from the Veterans Health Library (VHL):
Recipes to eat healthy. The VA Healthy Teaching Kitchen Program has compiled these recipes and cookbooks from across the country to give Veterans more ideas about how to eat wisely.
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Help Veterans Understand Chronic Pain
Let your patients who have chronic pain know they don’t have to suffer — treatments are available. Use resources from the Veterans Health Library (VHL) to support your efforts to educate patients:
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 New VVC (VA Video Connect) group starting
Thursday August 26 from 1:00-2:00 p.m.
This group is 16 sessions focusing on nutrition and exercise behavioral changes. Evidence shows people who attend and use the information that will be provided will stop gaining weight and/or begin losing weight.
The best part about this program is that it is absolutely FREE and you can be in the comfort of your own home attending a group meeting!
Please tell your PACT team or contact the MOVE! Program @
605-718-1095 ext 33054 to register!
MONHTLY SUPPORT GROUP
All groups are VVC.
This group is the 4th Wednesday of the month from 9-10 am via VVC. Great for people who have reached weight management goals and want monthly group support.
For more information call (605) 718-1095 ext 3-3054 or visit https://www.blackhills.va.gov/services/MOVE.asp
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Everyone experiences some levels of stress, but too much can lead to health problems. Help manage stress and protect your health by using our Veterans Health Library.
Mindfulness and Relaxation Resources for Veterans
Keys to Managing Stress
Stress Management (video)
For more Resources: See VA's Manage Stress Workbook, which Veterans can use to learn specific techniques for managing stress more effectively.
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Ready to Quit Tobacco?
Did you know that 70% of Veterans who ever smoked have been successful in quitting? VHA Quitline counselors are standing by to talk to you. Are you ready to make the call?
If you're ready to quit, call 1-855-784-8838 to speak to a counselor.
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GROUP COUNSELING FOR TOBACCO CESSATION
WHY USE IT AND WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE
Group counseling is an intervention for tobacco treatment and can be combined with pharmacotherapy. When it comes to tobacco treatment, group counseling is more effective than less intensive interventions and can be particularly useful for individuals with comorbidities including mental health disorders and substance use disorders.
Contact your PACT team to register.
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Ask for a TLC referral today and work with your coach to:
- Eat Wisely
- Limit Alcohol
- Manage Stress
- Be Physically Active
- Strive for a healthy weight
VA Black Hills Health Care System offers Telephone Lifestyle Coaching for Veterans who may choose to work on their health and wellbeing without having to come to the medical center.
To start the program, Veterans simply need to let their health care team know they would like to enroll and then be prepared to receive a call from their coach at a time they prefer.
For more information on Telephone Lifestyle Coaching, visit www.prevention.va.gov/tlc
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