WVPCN Healthy Living Program

The WestView PCN offers these classes to help you manage your health and reach your wellbeing goals.

Please read the etiquette document before attending classes: Virtual Class Etiquette. 

Nutrition 

Our registered dietitians facilitate informative and interactive education sessions that provide patients with information, peer support, and practical nutrition and food-related skill development opportunities. Group education sessions are available in-person and virtually. 

To register or inquire about these classes, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3), message us through the Contact page from the subject drop-down menu, or click here to email the nutrition team directly. 

Meal Planning 101

Length: 90 Minutes

Next Class: April 30^th, 2:00 – 3:30 pm (in-person only)

*In-person classes at the WVPCN are at the main office: space is limited to 10 participants

Balancing Blood Sugar – A Guide to Living Well with Diabetes 

Length: 90 Minutes

Next Class: April 9^th, 2:00 – 3:30 pm (in-person only)

*In-person classes at the WVPCN are at the main office: space is limited to 10 participants

Getting Started with Healthy Eating

Length: 90 Minutes

Next Class: January 15^th, 10:00 – 11:30 am (in-person or virtual)

*In-person classes at the WVPCN are at the main office: space is limited to 10 participants

Make it Mediterranean

Length: 90 Minutes

Next class: February 12^th, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm (in-person or virtual)

*In-person classes at the WVPCN are at the main office: space is limited to 10 participants

Healthy Eating Simplified

Length: 90 Minutes

Next Class: April 16^th, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm (in-person only) 

*In-person classes at the WVPCN are at the main office: space is limited to 10 participants

Grocery Store Tour

Length: 60 Minutes

In-Person at a local grocery store

Next Session: May 14^th, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm (in-person only)

*Held at a local grocery store.  

Obesity Clinic Nutrition Series   

Six-session series of interactive group nutrition classes aimed at improving overall nutrition knowledge, healthy eating habits and patterns, and developing key strategies to achieve and maintain one’s Best Weight. Patients are encouraged to attend all six sessions and can start during any week as the classes repeat every six sessions.

Online via Zoom. 

To register or inquire about these classes, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3).  

Description of Each Session 

SESSION 1: Ingredients for Success

How and what we eat is complex. Each person has a unique story based on their genetics, learned behaviors, experiences and environment. Understanding what influences your personal food decisions is the cornerstone to making simple, sustainable choices that will lead to long-lasting change. 

SESSION 2: High Impact Habits

Big sweeping lifestyle changes are often impossible to keep up. Rather than a complete overhaul, learn how focusing on 5 key habits can get you started in the right direction.

SESSION 3: The Nitty-Gritty of Nutrition

Food information is everywhere. This class peels back the labels' layers and digs into what you need to know on a nutrition label and how key nutrients affect your health.

SESSION 4: Finding the Sweet Spot

All foods fit. Indulgences are a part of healthy and happy eating. Explore how to enjoy treats and special occasions while still honoring your health goals.

SESSION 5: Plan, Prepare, Enjoy!

You know what to do. But how do you do it? We cover how important food skills like meal planning, prepping, and cooking keep you on the right track. 

SESSION 6: Recipe for Lasting Change

Healthy eating starts at the grocery store. Discuss the best choices at the grocery store to help you save time, eat well and save money. This session finishes with a summary of resoures and tips to help you maintain your goals and set you up for lasting success. 

Note: the Obesity Clinic page has more classes dedicated for patients only.  

Heart Health

This class will provide you with a greater understanding of what hypertension and dyslipidemia are, and what factors cause them, as well as effective ways to control and treat them. Learn how your diet and medication work to lower your blood pressure and cholesterol to improve your Heart Health.   

To register or inquire about this class, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3).

April 30 (1:00 -2:30 PM)

Journey Through Grief

Develop a tool kit that will help you understand yourself better and learn skills to cope more effectively with the loss of a loved one. 

Online via Zoom. 

To register or inquire about this class, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3). 

Winter Group:

January 9, 16, 23, 30 (7:00 - 9:00 PM) 

February 6, 13, 20, 27 (7:00 - 9:00 PM)  

See also: Tri Region Grief Groups Winter 2024 (brochure) 

Moving On With Persistent Pain

Learn to focus on your life rather than your pain. Develop skills and engage in activities to manage your pain and improve your overall quality of life.  

Online via Zoom. 

To register or inquire about this class, please call us at 780-960-9533 (Ext. 3). 

Spring Group:

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 9, 16, 23 

Feedback

If you have attended one of our patient education classes, we would love to know your feedback. Please send us an email through the Contact page with any thoughts or suggestions you may have. 

 
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