"I wasn't exercising as much as I should've been. I'd been intending to start back at the gym for quite a while. Last year, I did. Now, I walk routinely with co-workers at lunch and captain a Portland-to-coast walking team." ~ Margaret Banks, Portland
"Based on things I've learned through Regence Wellness Programs, I'm back in the rhythm of regular exercise and working on a healthier diet. I've also gotten back into the habit of seeing my doctor and dentist for routine exams and tests, rather than of waiting until there's an urgent problem. This has brought me real peace of mind, as well as good advice on how best to work on my problem areas. ~ JoAnne Long, Regence Sr. VP of Enterprise Program Management"
Health Coach Program
“My upfront goal was to exercise more and lose weight and then I'm hoping to work on some other things as time goes on. I have lost 26 pounds and I'm walking more. My health coach gave me good materials and advice. She's also told me some of the things I was doing wrong. She offers encouragement and follows up with me, which is good. It's nice to have someone watching over me so I don't slip.”~ Marla, Portland
“Being coached a little bit has helped me keep on track with what I should be doing to improve my health. I've been asking questions because my husband has diabetes and health problems. There's just the two of us in the household so if I eat healthy, he's eating healthy. It's benefiting both of us. My health coach e-mails me periodically, and just when I think about giving up, here comes an e-mail from her. It's just timely enough to get me to think about what I'm doing and the wonderful things about the program.” ~ Karen, Seattle
“All of the programs offered have helped me be more motivated in my health care and enabled me to increase my knowledge. Thank you for caring and please keep this program going.” ~ Regence Employee