Health Coach’s Corner
Aetna Health Coaching
Looking for support to reach your health goals? With the Aetna Health Coaching program, you have access to nurses, dietitians and clinicians who will listen, understand your needs and help you find solutions – even when you don’t know where to begin. A health coach can help you:
- Manage a chronic condition like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and more
- Improve your lifestyle by teaching you ways to cope with stress, quit tobacco use, maintain good eating habits, manage or lose weight and more
- Understand your health assessment results
- Reach other health goals you may have
Healthy Actions Incentive: Achieve a health goal by working one-on-one with an Aetna Health Coach (4-week minimum) – $100
Schedule an Appointment
Need to Cancel or Reschedule?
Please provide at least 2 hours notice when possible so we can offer your spot to others.
Don’t see a time that works? Contact a Health Coach directly for special accommodations.
Tell Us About Your Health Coaching Experience
November is American Diabetes Month
Fun Fact: Carbs are our friends!
Carbohydrates are an important source of energy for your brain and muscles. Choosing fiber-rich carbohydrates, such as whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans, can also support digestive health and help with fullness.
Did You Know?
Having gestational diabetes increases a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Continuing regular health screenings and healthy lifestyle habits after pregnancy is important.
Program Spotlight: Glucose Boot Camp®
Glucose Boot Camp® is an interactive wellness program available to Harris County employees during scheduled enrollment periods throughout the year.
Interested?
Watch for upcoming registration announcements and use the provided registration link when enrollment opens.
Testimonial of the Month
“I had a very positive experience with the Health Coaching program. I was able to talk openly about my health concerns and ask questions without feeling judged. Before working with my health coach, I was trying to find information online, but there was so much conflicting advice that I did not know what would work best for me. It became overwhelming, and I was not sure where to start. Having a health coach gave me clear guidance and realistic recommendations that fit my lifestyle. Knowing that we had regular meetings helped keep me accountable and motivated to stay on track with my goals. I would definitely recommend the coaching program to others.”
~ Norma B.