Rowan Regional Medical Center and the YMCA of Rowan County have partnered to provide you with a comprehensive approach to building a healthier lifestyle!
Finding time to focus on healthy living can be difficult. The Wellness Connection offers a variety of classes, workshops, and services to help promote health and wellness within the YMCA and also in the community. Guidance, encouragement, and education are provided to help participants achieve a healthier lifestyle. This program is designed for individuals, regardless of age or fitness level, who need assistance making lifestyle changes to improve their overall health.
Meet your Wellness Connection Nurse: Valerie S. Velte, RN
Valerie was born in a small town in northern Wisconsin. She attended college at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse and earned a BS degree in Recreation Leadership & Planning. She went on to Mitchell Community College and received an Associate Degree in Nursing, RN. She continued her education at Mercy School of Nursing, Critical Care Nurse Internship program. She has worked in the wellness field (hospital based employee, community, & corporate programs) for 25 years.
"I am excited to be a part of the Salisbury, Rowan community and assist individual, groups, and corporations in their pursuit of healthy lifestyle habits by connecting Rowan Regional Medical Center services to people and partners in the area.” - Valerie S. Velte, RN
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MISSION STATEMENT
To put Christian principles into practice through
programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body
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Services at the Wellness Connection, include:
- New Member Assessment - "Meet the Wellness Nurse"
- Health Coaching
- Medical Wellness - for those that have been referred by a health care provider
Group Education Programs at the Wellness Connection, include:
(held every other month on Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., rotating between Y facilities - look for flyers for updated information or stop by the Wellness Connection or Member Servces Desk)
- January/February - Mobile Mammogram & Breast Health Education
- March/April - Cooking and Eating for Optimal Health
- May/June - Daily Habits to Help Control Blood Pressure
- July/August - Lady's Day/What's Up With Those Hormones?
- September/October - Men's Health Check
- November/December - Be Your Holiday Best: Stress Less
Cholesterol & Blood Sugar Screenings at the Wellness Connection:
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