

To Register Contact:
Tracey Burns
Director of Healthy Lifestyles
Email: tburns@ymcadallas.org
Upcoming Classes- Call us for the latest information on times and locations. We offer in-person and blended formats (the online office visits and Nutrition Seminars are delivered through a HIPAA compliant virtual platform- Microsoft TEAMs). A call-in number is also available.
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. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 80 million adults have high blood pressure in this country. Less than half have it under control.
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. 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.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Y designed the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program to help adults with hypertension lower and manage their blood pressure. The four-month program focuses on regulated home self-monitoring of one’s blood pressure using proper measuring techniques, individualized support and nutrition education for better blood pressure management. With the support from a trained Healthy Heart Ambassador, participants:
• Measure and record their blood pressure at least two times per month
• Attend two personalized consultations per month
• Attend monthly Nutrition Education Seminars
GOALS
• Reduction in blood pressure
• Better blood pressure management
• Increased awareness of triggers that elevate blood pressure
• Enhanced knowledge to develop healthier eating habits
WHO QUALIFIES?
• Be diagnosed with high blood pressure
• Not have experienced a recent cardiac event
• Not have atrial fibrillation or other arrhythmias
• Not be at risk for lymphedema
"I feel that this program has helped so many to realize how important having a normal blood pressure is. As a result of my participation in the program, I am making better eating choices and I have lowered my blood pressure drastically. I've been told I may be able to come off my medications as soon as within six weeks if this type of progress continues."
-Participant, Birmingham Metropolitan YMCA
Keep your doctor in the Loop!
Participation in Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program will result in tremendous health benefits. Please keep your doctor updated regularly about your participation, blood pressure values and any changes you experience to your health.
The YMCA OF METROPOLITAN DALLAS serves Dallas, Collin, Rockwall, Southern Denton, Ellis, Kaufman, and Cooke counties. Programs can be held at job sites, recreation centers, churches, YMCA branches or anywhere else that a need exists in the communities we serve. New classes are offered based on interest so please call to find out about classes starting near you.
Flower Mound Senior Center - 9AM
2701 W Windsor Dr, TX 75028
January 30th
February 27th
March 27th
April 24th
Owenwood Farm & Neighbor Space - 11AM
1451 John West Rd, TX 75228
January 30th
February 27th
March 27th
April 24th
Wesley Rankin Community Center - 10AM
3100 Crossman, Dallas, TX 75212
January 37th
February 24th
March 31st
April 21st
Lancaster Senior Center - 11AM
240 Veterans Memorial Parkway, Dallas, TX 75134
March 16th
April 6th
May 4th
June1st
Heritage Senior Center - 9AM
200 S Jefferson Street, Irving, TX 75060
May 30th
June 27th
July 25th
August 29th