Register for Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

…Health Institute leaders Warm-up, core and extension movements, cool-down Certificate of Completion for attending at least 11 out of 16 sessions You will be asked to complete a survey before and after the workshop Explore More BCBH-SD Workshops EnhanceFitness EnhanceFitness (EF) is a low-cost, evidence-based group exercise and falls prevention program that helps older adults at all levels of fitness become more active, energized, and empowered.  …

Policy & Environmental Barriers

…plan and the strategies you will use to improve workplace culture and positively impact employee health and productivity. DOWNLOAD the Form…

Workwell Plan

…Workplace Wellness Toolkit > Workwell Tools > Workwell Plan Workwell Tools Workwell Plan A structured plan is the key to success! This form will help you map out all the key components of a solid plan including: Goals Objectives Activities Team members Partners Budget Costs Timeline Marketing strategies DOWNLOAD the Form…

Potential Partners for Workplace Projects

…Check out our starter list of go-to partners including organizations in the following sectors: Government Health Education Transportation Business Media & communications Recreation Religious Voluntary or service organization DOWNLOAD the PDF…

Workplace Wellness Assessment

…sment As workplaces increasingly face rising health costs and competition, comprehensive workplace health programs are becoming more widely used as a strategy for impacting employee health and productivity and, in turn, corporate bottom lines. The Worksite Health Scorecard Developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is a tool designed to help employers assess the extent to which they have implemented evidence-based health pr…

Model Policies Checklist

…utive team, and/or leadership team (optional). Review and finalize policy. Complete the approval process for the policy. (This may include getting on the board agenda for approval.) Post policy for public comment if required. Publicize and implement the policy. Identify how long it should be publicized. Review and update the policy annually, unless otherwise specified. Section 2 Policy Elements Checklist This checklist contains the elements of an…

NEW MATERIALS:

…n South Dakota Investing in local resources to support and build a healthy community where people live, learn, work and play is integral to long term health promotion and prevention of chronic diseases. Chronic diseases and associated risk factors continue to be the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in South Dakota and the United States. While chronic diseases are largely attributable to individual health behaviors, there is a growing body…

Policy Quick-Guide

…as colorectal Adult immunizations, or shots for flu, mammograms, prostate exams, or pap tests pneumonia, or hepatitis B Personal health coach Tobacco cessation medications Tobacco cessation programs Oral Health Eye care Prescription coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) HEALTH EQUITY Provide assistance for: Pregnant women Workers with disabilities Languages other than English TOBACCO Provide smoking cessation support (SD QuitLine) Prohibit t…

Register for a Workshop

…ivers living in South Dakota. Join a program in-person or virtual from the comfort of your own home. Explore the available programs below or give us a call at 1-888-484-3800 Contactar Para Aprender Más: , 1-605-773-8122 Available Programs Self-Management Education Programs Millions of adults live with chronic health conditions. These workshops can help you manage symptoms, improve quality of life, and reduce healthcare…

Arthritis & Osteoporosis

…d by degenerative changes to the bone and cartilage that cause pain and discomfort. Treatment for OA focuses on relieving symptoms and improving function, and can include a combination of patient education, physical therapy, weight control, and use of medications. The bones play many roles in the body. They provide structure, protect organs, anchor muscles, and store calcium. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass, deterioration…