{"id":1604,"date":"2020-03-18T20:04:31","date_gmt":"2020-03-18T20:04:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kpgeorgia.wpengine.com\/healthyliving\/?page_id=1604"},"modified":"2024-07-30T16:50:36","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T16:50:36","slug":"living-well-with-chronic-conditions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/classes\/living-well-with-chronic-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Living Well with Chronic Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div style=\"color: #846ead; font-size: 5vw; font-weight: 900; line-height: 5.5vw;\">LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]At Kaiser Permanente, we believe education about chronic diseases are key to prevention and management. That\u2019s why we have experts in the field leading diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease management classes to give you access to hands-on training on how to make conscious, everyday choices to live well. Explore our <strong>Living Well with Chronic Conditions <\/strong>classes below![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; 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full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div style=\"font-size: 30px; color: #846ead;\">DIABETES<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<strong>Diabetes Prevention<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Preventing Diabetes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND\u00a0 <\/strong>Members only<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Must pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have you been told you have prediabetes? Do you have a family history of diabetes and want to learn your risks? Come to this one-session class taught by a registered dietitian who will help you understand what puts you at risk and how to take control of your future. Learn how blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, and blood sugar can work for you instead of against you. Come ready to set some goals to get started on the path to good health.<\/p>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/preventing-diabetes\/\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Healthy Balance (a National Diabetes Prevention Program)&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND\u00a0 <\/strong>Members only<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Must pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Healthy Balance is a one-year weight management and diabetes prevention program designed for adults with prediabetes or for those who want to lose weight. The Healthy Balance program is an alternate curriculum for National Diabetes Prevention Program recognized by the CDC.<\/p>\n<p>Healthy Balance empowers you to maintain long-lasting healthy lifestyle changes by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eating healthy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increasing physical activity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reducing stress<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"2\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Problem-solving &amp; being more mindful<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The program has two phases with\u00a0a total of 28 classes:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Phase 1: Healthy Balance \u2013 Weight Loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Phase 2: Lifestyle \u2013 Maintenance<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sessions are led by trained lifestyle health coaches with experience in nutrition, behavior change, fitness, and group facilitation.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">*Results may vary and are dependent on completion of the full program.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/healthy-balance\/\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][\/toggles][vc_column_text]<strong>Diabetes Management<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Class 1: Diabetes: The Basics&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members only<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Topics Include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Types of diabetes and meaning of A1c<\/li>\n<li>How to monitor blood glucose and what are target numbers<\/li>\n<li>Review of common diabetes medications<\/li>\n<li>Plate method and healthy food choices<\/li>\n<li>Physical activity recommendations<\/li>\n<li>Lifestyle change goal setting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/diabetes-the-basics\/\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Class 2: Diabetes: What Can I Eat?&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members only<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Class 1 is required before taking this class. Bring the book and other materials that you were given in class one.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Topics include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Carbohydrate counting<\/li>\n<li>Meal Planning<\/li>\n<li>Label reading<\/li>\n<li>Dining out and alcohol guidelines<\/li>\n<li>Evaluate progress on goals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/diabetes-what-can-i-eat\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Class 3: Diabetes: Managing Health Risks&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members only<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Class 1 is required before taking this class, and it is highly recommended that you take the classes in the order that they are listed. Bring the materials that you were given in classes one and two.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Topics include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Short-and long-term complications<\/li>\n<li>Hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia treatment<\/li>\n<li>Sick days guidelines<\/li>\n<li>Blood glucose pattern management<\/li>\n<li>Heart healthy eating (sodium, types of fat)<\/li>\n<li>Foot care<\/li>\n<li>Tobacco cessation<em><br \/>\n<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/diabetes-managing-health-risks\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Class 4: Diabetes: Beyond the Basics&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members only<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Class 1 is required before taking this class, and it is highly recommended that you take this class after completing all the others. Bring the materials that you were given in previous classes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Topics include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Advanced label reading<\/li>\n<li>Non-caloric sweeteners and sugar alcohols<\/li>\n<li>Additional information on diabetes medications, physical activity and dining out<\/li>\n<li>Stress management<\/li>\n<li>Weight management<\/li>\n<li>Next steps for long-term diabetes management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/diabetes-beyond-the-basics\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Lo b\u00e1sico Diabetes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members only<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Si tiene diabetes, puede aprender tecnicas para controlar mejor su problema medico. En esta clase recibira consejos que le ayudaran a fijarse metas sanas, comer saludablemente, hacer mas ejercicio y entender como funciona su medicina. Tambien apredera como monitorear el nivel de azucar en la sangre, cuales son las senales de niveles altos y bajos de azucar en la sangre, y como tratarlos.<\/p>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/lo-basico-diabetes\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][\/toggles][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div style=\"font-size: 30px; color: #846ead;\">HEART DISEASE \/ HYPERTENSION<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Heart Healthy Living&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members and non-members*<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This 2.5 hour class is taught by a Registered Dietitian and Clinical Pharmacist. The focus is on healthy eating and medication management for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)<\/li>\n<li>Heart Failure<\/li>\n<li>Cholesterol Issues<\/li>\n<li>General Heart Health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/heart-health-living\/\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Heart Failure University&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members and non-members*<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Heart Failure University is a series of workshops available to all patients and their family members who are dealing with this diagnosis. Over a period of four weeks,<br \/>\nyou will learn more about what causes heart failure, how to cope with the symptoms, and what options are available for the future. During this time, a<br \/>\nmulti-disciplinary group of cardiologists, pharmacists, nutritionists and other professionals will discuss the issues that this disease process may bring into your life.<\/p>\n<p>This class is taught by a practitioner that specializes in heart failure, along with a nurse, a behavioral health clinician, a registered dietitian, and exercise physiologist.<\/p>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/heart-failure\/\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][\/toggles][vc_column_text]\n<div style=\"font-size: 30px; color: #846ead;\">KIDNEY DISEASE<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Your Kidney Care Options&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members only<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Deciding on the best option for treating late stage kidney disease can be hard. This class will help you decide what is best for you. In this class you will learn about:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hemodialysis<\/li>\n<li>Peritoneal dialysis<\/li>\n<li>Kidney transplant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This class also reviews care for kidney disease like changing your diet, meal planning, and medicines.<\/p>\n<a class=\"nectar-button n-sc-button small accent-color regular-button\"  href=\"https:\/\/georgia.kaiserpermanente.org\/healthyliving\/events\/categories\/chronic-conditions\/your-kidney-care-options\" data-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-color-override=\"false\" data-hover-text-color-override=\"#fff\"><span>View Class Schedules<\/span><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Living Well with Kidney Disease&#8221;][vc_column_text]<strong>COST <\/strong>$0<strong><br \/>\nWHO CAN ATTEND<\/strong>\u00a0 Members and non-members*<br \/>\nMust pre-register<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Learn how to take control of your kidney disease. In this class you will learn about:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Causes<\/li>\n<li>Stages<\/li>\n<li>Symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Medicines<\/li>\n<li>Lifestyle changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You will also learn how to protect your kidneys and slow the progression of kidney disease. This three-hour class is free. 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