BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING

BLOOD PRESSURE
SELF-MONITORING

The YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program is designed to help adults with hypertension lower and manage their blood pressure. Take action to improve heart health!

BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING

YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program offers personalized support as participants develop the habit of monitoring their blood pressure.


Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring is one part of Y-USA’s suite of evidence-based chronic disease prevention programs.


To register for this program please check your eligibility first. Click the button below.


For more information contact Taylor Hernandez, thernandez@ymcabr.org or call 225-295-6674.

ELIGIBILITY CHECK

Blood Pressure Self Monitoring Program:

  • PROGRAM BENEITS

    • Reduction in blood pressure
    • Increased awareness of triggers that raise blood pressure
    • Better blood pressure management
    • Enhanced knowledge to develop healthier eating habits

  • PROGRAM OVERVIEW

    The YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program (BPSMP) supports adults with hypertension in lowering and managing their blood pressure. The program focuses on practicing home self-monitoring of blood pressure readings and individualized nutrition education for better blood pressure management. With the support from a trained Healthy Heart Ambassador (HHA), participants:

    • Take and record their blood pressure at least two times per month
    • Attend two consultations a month with a Healthy Heart Ambassador
    • Attend monthly nutrition education seminars

    Research shows that the process of recording blood pressure at least twice a month over a period of four months can lower blood pressure in many people with high blood pressure.

  • CRITERIA TO PARTICIPATE

    • Adults: 18 years old or older 
    • Diagnosed with high blood pressure and/or are on antihypertensive medication 
    • Has NOT experienced a recent (within the last 12 months) cardiac event 
    • DOES NOT have atrial fibrillation or other arrhythmias currently 
    • DOES NOT have or are at risk for lymphedema 

  • COST

    Registration Fee: $50


    Program Fee:

    Y Members: Free

    Program Participants: $200