Chronic Disease Management
Chronic illness can be very challenging, costly, and overwhelming. It affects every aspect of your life. The more you learn about your disease and how to manage it, the better quality of life you will have.
Our nurses, therapists, social workers, home health aides, and registered dietitian are dedicated to educating you on all aspects of your disease, including ways to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, early detection of problems, coping with chronic disease, and strategies for living life to the fullest. Nutrition, exercise, pain management, and medications will be addressed.
Appropriate referrals to community resources are also an important aspect of chronic disease management.
Benefits of taking charge of your own health are many:
- Fewer hospitalizations
- Reduced feelings of depression
- Less pain
- Feelings of empowerment and control
- Increased ability to participate in activities you enjoy
You may benefit from Chronic Disease Management if you have any of the following:
- Heart Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Cancer
- Alzheimer’s/Dementia
- Chronic Pain
Learn more about United’s Home Telehealth Phone Monitoring Program
UHHS Services
- Skilled Nursing
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Home Health Aides
- Medical Social Work
- Registered Dietitian
- Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse
- Blood Draws
- Medical Equipment
- Caregivers & Companions
- Geriatric Care Management
UHHS Programs
- Alzheimer's/Dementia Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Home Telehealth Phone Monitoring Program
- Specialized Therapy Programs
- Wound Care
- IV Therapy
- Psychiatric Care
