Incentives

By making the changes that I needed to make more convenient, as well as providing me with the knowledge I needed to understand my condition, I have changed my life.  By having a place to ask questions, finding support for the many things that had to change, and receiving incentives and discounts, I feel like I am able to make changes that will affect the quality of my life for the rest of my life.  Thank you for making this feel more like a blessing than a problem!

Relationships

I have been seeing the Health Coach for more than 10 years now and I have gotten a better understanding of my health condition and how to manage it.  These meetings give me documentation and help with accountability, which helps me stay on track.

Education

I was involved in formulating the Asheville Project while interim HR Director in 2006.  Then I enrolled in the program to manage high cholesterol, and the medications and care I have received in this program reduced my numbers to normal.  They have remained that way for 14 years with minimal medications.  Additionally, my wife was enrolled in the diabetes program, which was a lifesaver for her as well.  Fundamentally, people develop personal habits that adversely affect their health in both the short and long term.  This program works to help people realize that they are fundamentally responsible for their health!  There is no panacea in medicine if you abuse your body!  The education component is thoughtfully executed and not at all directive.  It is simply logical and fact-based (as your medical information is reviewed and discussed as to reasons why you are unhealthy).  This proactive, education-based medical program is invaluable and should be a cornerstone of health care!