BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING

BLOOD PRESSURE
SELF-MONITORING

One in three American adults has high blood pressure, which puts them at risk for stroke and heart disease, two of the leading causes of death in the U.S.

In response to this critical health issue, YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program offers personalized support as participants develop the habit of monitoring their blood pressure.

BLOOD PRESSURE SELF-MONITORING

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


Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring is one part of Y-USA’s suite of evidence-based chronic disease prevention programs. Since 2005, the Y has worked to become a leading provider of chronic disease prevention programs to communities across the U.S.


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 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

  • 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