Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program

According to the American Heart Association, nearly 80 million adults have high blood pressure in this country. Less than half have it under control.

High blood pressure is most prevalent in racial and ethnic minority populations, and is often referred to as “The Silent Killer” because there are typically no warning signs or symptoms. High blood pressure is a key, modifiable, risk factor for both heart disease and stroke, which are two of the leading causes of death in the United States.

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 regular home self-monitoring of one’s blood pressure using proper measuring techniques, individualized support, and group-based 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, gaining increased awareness of triggers that impact blood pressure readings 
• Learn how to properly measure their blood pressure 
• Attend two personalized consultations per month 
• Attend monthly Nutrition Education Seminars

WHO QUALIFIES?

• Be at least 18 years old
• 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

Email ymcabpsm@ymcasv.org with questions or submit your interest here to get started.

ENROLLING NOW FOR PROGRAMS AT:
Central YMCA, 1717 The Alameda, San Jose
Palo Alto Family YMCA, 3412 Ross Rd, Palo Alto
Southwest YMCA, 13500 Quito Rd, Saratoga

PROGRAM COST:
YMCA Members – Program participation is included with membership; $40 if blood pressure cuff is needed
Non YMCA Member – $120 per 4-month participation; additional $40 if blood pressure cuff is needed.

PROGRAM OFFICE HOURS:
Consultations are available by appointment during the following days/times.

Central YMCA	Palo Alto Family YMCA	Southwest YMCA
Mon 1pm - 2:30pm	Tues 6pm - 7pm	Tues 12:45pm - 2pm
Tues 5:30pm - 6:30pm	Thurs 11am - 12:30pm	Thurs 5pm - 6pm
Sat 10am - 11:30am	Sun 11:30am - 1pm	Sat 9am - 10:30am

NUTRITION EDUCATION SEMINARS:
Monthly seminars are open to all members and the community. 

In Person Seminar Topics	Central YMCA Small Gym Wed 12:30pm - 1:30pm	Palo Alto Family YMCA MultiPurpose Room Thurs 12pm - 1pm	Southwest YMCA Kitchen Tues 12:45pm – 1:45pm
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension	March 27	March 28	March 26
Reducing Sodium Intake	April 24	April 25	April 23
Shopping, Cooking and Preparing Food for Better Blood Pressure Management	May 29	May 30	May 28
Heart Healthy Eating for Life	June 26	June 27	June 25

 

The Nutrition Education Seminars will also be offered virtually on Zoom. Click to register.

Zoom Seminar Topics	Zoom Wed 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension	April 3
Reducing Sodium Intake	May 1
Shopping, Cooking and Preparing Food for Better Blood Pressure Management	June 5
Heart Healthy Eating for Life	July 10