Welcome aboard DelaWELL’s Motivation Station!
Need some inspiration? If so, we encourage you to read the following true stories of co-workers who, like you, are working to manage their health. By being part of the exciting DelaWELL program, you have the chance to submit your own “Get WELL” story for possible posting under the Motivation Station.
When reading through the various stories, think about the positive impact DelaWELL could have on your overall health and well-being.
General Comments
- “This is a great program. I currently participate with my spouse. We have had great success. We hope it continues and more people get involved.”
- “We had an exercise program for our staff in the past. This motivates me to start it up again. When your staff is healthy and feeling good, you will have better teachers.”
- “Great program! Materials easy to comprehend.”
- “This has been a great experience and my health coach has been great!”
- “Excellent program! Resources at your fingertips.”
- “All information was very useful and has allowed me to be aware of the correct foods to eat and to exercise more.”
- “Health coach helped me stay on track knowing I would be getting the call and wanting to share my goals and progress.”
- “This program has helped me to become committed to taking charge of my health…”
- “I am very satisfied with this program. I recommend that my co-workers try this program. The health coaches that called me every month were very helpful with my weight problems and eating the right foods.”
- “I sincerely appreciate being able to participate in this health program. I wish to continue for a few more years!”
- “This is an outstanding program. Both health coaches were extremely supportive and just as eager as I was to see me succeed. I recommend this program strongly!”
- “Keep up the good work! Great tool for employees.”
2008 Biometric Health Screenings
- “Staff is courteous, knowledgeable and efficient. What a pleasure to have the state be PROACTIVE with HEALTH. Thank you!”
- “A great atmosphere. Everyone was so helpful. They showed great concern in my health.”
- “Everyone was very pleasant and took the time to explain my #'s to me and offer literature I can read to help me. Thank you.”
- “Nutritional consult was comprehensive & very helpful. Thanks.”
- “Staff was excellent! Gave good directions, courteous, informative, patient. I learned a lot about my health today. Thank you for letting me participate.”
- “I liked the facts on the information on cholesterol, with in the amount of time, I wish the doctor can give this information.”
- “Glad the program was made available (at work)!”
- “Wonderful service (for state employees)! Thank you!”
- “Delawell is a great program. Thanks (1st time use for me & new in state).”
- “I think this is a great program for the State of Delaware employees to enroll in. Thanks.”
- “I think this is a fantastic program. The State of DE movement toward preventive care is excellent and a great benefit to the state and its employees.”
- “This was a wonderful idea! I'm very glad the district is involved with this! Makes me feel cared for. Thank you =)”
- “This is an excellent, non-threatening way for people to learn about health risks, and catch any troublesome areas - thank you for caring!”
- “Much easier and faster than going to your primary care physician (I wish my Dr. was this easy!). Especially beneficial for those that do not go to their physician (do not have time to go) and are not aware of their health status.”
- “Every time I do a screening, I learn more - understand another piece of the puzzle (esp. BMI, chol) I can ask questions. I'm starting to feel like I have some opportunities to make positive changes that will affect my future. Thank you.”
- “Excellent - they may have saved my life - I am not kidding.”
- “I found this assessment to be very helpful. I got some great ideas for working on my issues.”
- “I'm glad I signed up, because I learned more about my body & what I need to do to stay healthy.”
- “One number was a little high - will follow up with doctor.”
- “Will seek PCP for in depth follow-up. Pleased with fact that the screening points me in the right direction and to target "problem" areas. Thanks.”
- “Thank you for this screening, much appreciated. Learned something regarding my blood pressure - person explained very clearly - very knowledgeable.”
Weight Watchers® Offerings
- “I just wanted to thank you for your efforts in getting the Weight Watchers at Work program started for state employees that has helped me and others. Our group that meets on Thursday at noon has lost over 500 lbs since we started and we are looking good! The meetings are convenient and the support we show each other has boosted our remarkable weight loss and the awareness of our health. It also helps knowing that this program is free if we participate and learning along the way of healthy choices not only for ourselves but for our families too. Thank you again for your support.” - Barb Bennett
Participant Health Testimonies
- “Hello! My weight loss story was recently featured in the Get Fit column of The News Journal. So I wanted to pass the link along so I can inspire my fellow co-workers to have success stories just like mine!!” - Erin Fry, DHSS
- “Thanks. I lost 31 pounds and dropped cholesterol from 253 to 168!”
- “I had an excellent health coach… She was very friendly and informative. Thanks to her I have already lost fifteen pounds.”
- “I've lost close to 10 lbs since I started my weight management program. I cook a lot more, try to stick with lean meats, fruits/vegetables, and healthy snacks. I have more energy and feel good about what I've accomplished. I'm looking forward to exercising more in 2008.”
DelaWELL Year One: Health Seminars
- “Good information in short period of time!” (participant feedback from The Active Workday health seminar at DHSS, Blue Hen Corporate Center)
- “Covered a lot. Very positive. Great and is motivating.” (participant feedback from The Active Workday health seminar at DHSS, Herman Holloway Campus)
- “This was a nice boost to encourage a healthy lifestyle.” (participant feedback from The Active Workday health seminar at DelDOT, Administration building)
- “This will get me motivated! Thank you!” (participant feedback from The Active Workday health seminar at DelDOT, Administration building)
- “This is my second course to attend. Excellent program for such a short time.” (participant feedback from the Eating for Performance and Health seminar at DHSS, Herman Holloway Campus)
- “This was a great seminar. It also was helpful to have it at the workplace as sometimes it is not easy to attend with a work life and personal life. It is great that the State is taking an interest in helping their employees to become more knowledgeable about their health.” (participant feedback from the Eating for Performance and Health seminar at the New Castle County Court House)
- “Thank you for making me healthier and caring.” (participant feedback from the Eating for Performance and Health seminar at the New Castle County Court House)
- “Thank you. I will try to work hard to eat right - my family also!” (participant feedback from the Eating for Performance and Health seminar at DelDOT, Dover Administration Building)
- “Excellent presentation - Covered a lot of material in the HOUR. Well-organized presentation & questions from audience were answered. Very pleased!” (participant feedback from the Managing Your Weight for Health and Vitality seminar at DHSS/Blue Hen Corporate Center)
- “This was very helpful and I know what I need to start to do.” (participant feedback from the Managing Your Weight for Health and Vitality seminar at the New Castle County Court House)
- “Really informative. Enjoyed.” (participant feedback from the Managing Your Weight for Health and Vitality seminar at DHSS/Herman Holloway Campus)
- “I am glad these programs are available- hopefully it will hold me more accountable to myself about eating better and exercising so I can be a more healthy, happy individual. Thank you!” (participant feedback from the Managing Your Weight for Health and Vitality seminar at OMB, Haslet Armory)
- “Attending these seminars reminds me to stay on track. I am encouraged to stay focused on improving my lifestyle. (participant feedback from the Managing Your Weight for Health and Vitality seminar at DelDOT Administration Building)
- “I love these classes! They offer a lot of good info!!” (participant feedback from the Managing Your Weight for Health and Vitality seminar at DelDOT Administration Building)
