April is whole health month: empowering veterans with the whole health program | va north florida/south georgia health care | veterans affairs

Gainesville , FL — April is Whole Health Month, a time to celebrate VA’s approach to care that supports health and well-being for Veterans and employees. Teamwork is at the core of this

patient-centered, transformative practice. Whole Health focuses not only on  treating the entire person but also on building an entire support system for the individual — from  providers to

coaches and everyone in between. The focus is on empowering Veterans to take  charge of their health by addressing not just physical concerns but also mental, emotional, and  lifestyle

factors. At the heart of this program are Health & Wellness Coaches. These Coaches work directly with Veterans to develop individualized health plans and support them every step of the

way. Whether in person or virtually, Coaches hold 30–60-minute sessions to offer guidance, motivation, and tools to help Veterans take control of their health. Learn about how other Veterans

have found a winning team in Whole Health by watching this :51 coaching success story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vXObkWws7I&list=PL3AQ_JVoBEyzuE30k7PP8… X6W1&index=

Throughout April, Veterans in the North Florida / South Georgia area are encouraged to discover everything the Whole Health Program has to offer. To get started, Veterans can contact their

Primary Care scheduler and request an appointment with a Health & Wellness Coach. For more details about the Whole Health Program and how it can benefit you, visit

www.va.gov/north-florida-health-care/programs/whole-health/.