North Zone Alberta Healthy Living Program
The Alberta Healthy Living Program (AHLP) offers free workshops to help adults better manage their chronic conditions. The workshops are offered virtually (by Zoom) to all those living in Northern Alberta. Click on the boxes below for the class that interests you to see the schedule and register.
HEART AND STROKE EDUCATION
ABOUT THE CLASS
This 2-session workshop helps you lead a healthier lifestyle and reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke. Our program will give you the knowledge and confidence to make decisions about your heart health.
Heart & Stroke Overview & Prevention
Our Registered Nurse will help you understand all the numbers the doctor gives you. They will share information about managing blood pressure and cholesterol levels to reduce your risk of heart disease. They will also discuss how medications and exercise help you achieve the best results.
Nutrition for Heart Health
The Registered Dietician will provide you with the information and skills to prevent and manage heart disease through healthy eating. We cover topics such as how to make healthier food choices to reduce risk of a stroke and heart event. You will learn how salt affects your blood pressure and how other parts of your diet can change your cholesterol levels.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Overview & Prevention with Registered Nurse
Sep 16 Wed Morning 9:30am-12pm
Sep 29 Tue Evening 5:30-8pm
Nutrition with Registered Dietitian
Sep 23 Thu Morning 9:30-11am
Oct 6 Tue Evening 5:30-7pm
CLASS SCHEDULE
Overview & Prevention with Registered Nurse
Oct 14 Wed Afternoon 1:30-4pm
Nov 19 Thurs Evening 5:30-8pm
Dec 8 Tue Morning 9:30-12pm
Nutrition with Registered Dietitian
Oct 21 Wed Afternoon 1:30-3pm
Nov 26 Thurs Evening 5:30-7pm
Dec 15 Tue Morning 9:30-11am
