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Our group consists of 2 RDs, 1 exercise specialist, and 2 social workers. The program that we run is 11 wks. Pre program we do baseline assessments (ht, wt, BMI, waist circumference, etc.) and we also do an initial chart review (hemoglobin A1c, blood lipids, diabetes meds, etc.); we do this post program too to determine any positive changes.
In the program, all participants given a wt loss and activity goal and we teach participants how to count fat grams and calories, healthy eating, teach them about label reading, meal planning, healthy eating out, how to deal with unexpected situations, how to be physically active and incorporate physical activity into their daily routine, how to manage stress, ways to keep motivated, etc.
In addition to class, we have a day of the week that all participants can come to learn new exercises like chair exercises, using therabands, etc. Each team member is assigned a participant to coach throughout the session and to basically keep them going/motivated.
At the end of the program, in most cases, we see positive results-meds decreasing, labs values improve, in addition to the wt loss.
To: HODUnder30@yahoogroups.com
From: tokhuiyeap@...
Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2008 19:54:39 -0700
Subject: Re: [HODUnder30] Weight management support groups
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Our group consists of 2 RDs, 1 exercise specialist, and 2 social workers. The program that we run is 11 wks. Pre program we do baseline assessments (ht, wt, BMI, waist circumference, etc.) and we also do an initial chart review (hemoglobin A1c, blood lipids, diabetes meds, etc.); we do this post program too to determine any positive changes.
In the program, all participants given a wt loss and activity goal and we teach participants how to count fat grams and calories, healthy eating, teach them about label reading, meal planning, healthy eating out, how to deal with unexpected situations, how to be physically active and incorporate physical activity into their daily routine, how to manage stress, ways to keep motivated, etc.
In addition to class, we have a day of the week that all participants can come to learn new exercises like chair exercises, using therabands, etc. Each team member is assigned a participant to coach throughout the session and to basically keep them going/motivated.
At the end of the program, in most cases, we see positive results-meds decreasing, labs values improve, in addition to the wt loss.
To: HODUnder30@yahoogroups.com
From: tokhuiyeap@...
Date: Tue, 7 Oct 2008 19:54:39 -0700
Subject: Re: [HODUnder30] Weight management support groups
| Hi Sumiya, Our team has a similar concept of "The Biggest Looser" implemented for the staff that works in the hospital and nursing home. The program lasted 6 months, starting from the winter till summer (Given the norm that most people gain weight during winter). There's a team of 3 RDs that will conduct the initial nutrition screening and assessment. Weekly weigh also conducted and their progress is charted and discuss with the participants. We also record the measurement of waistline, and body fat analysis at the beginning, midpoint and end of the program. In addition, we then have bimonthly meetings/discussion about special topics about health, nutrition (food guide pyramid, portion control, eating out, cooking light, groceries shopping list, reading food labels, etc.) and exercise. We invited the physical therapist to do our topics about exercise and psychologist to talk about psychological topics (stress management, work & life balance). Luckily the facility premises has a walking path design for the community, where we would held " lunch walk" with the participants at the walking path. We also have the participants pick their team and have them compete against each other for prizes at the end of the program. There's also individual competition for male and female participants. Overall, it's quite successful program for the staffs that participate and stick through the end. We started with about 80 participants and about 45 still remains at the end. About 800lbs loss combined for all the participants during the 6 months period. There's no extra cost for personel because the 3 RD's rotate the topic discussion and only spend about 1hr per day to prepare for the program. The only cost would be the prize that provided at the end for the winners, which is being sponsor by the CEO. Hope this help!! Tok-Hui Yeap, RD, LDN Sodexo Senior Service Clinical Resource Manager tokhui.yeap@ 518-937-2910 --- On Tue, 10/7/08, Sumiya Khan <sumiya.khan@ From: Sumiya Khan <sumiya.khan@ |
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