Program made possible by funding from ASIST2010 program of US DHHS Offi ce on Women’s Health

PATH(Personal Action Toward Health)

for WORKSITES

For additional information, contact: Laurie Gustafson

National Kidney Foundation of Michigan1169 Oak Valley DriveAnn Arbor, MI 48108

800-482-1455www.nkfm.org

Testimonials

“PATH has encouraged me to continue efforts with maintaining my health and mobility. I have also received reliable advice in caring for my chronic illness.”Helen, Livonia, MI

“Everyone shared words of kindness and encouragement which was motivational and really worthwhile.”David, Detroit, MI

“We are the change we are looking for.” Barbara, Ann Arbor, MI

“PATH has motivated me to do things that I know can help me.”Dorothy, Ecorse, MI

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

Revised 02/2009Southeast Michigan

Diabetes Outreach Network

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What is PATH?

PATH is a FREE program designed to provide the skills and tools needed to effectively manage ongoing health problems such asdiabetes, arthritis, hypertension, obesity, chronic kidney disease and depression.

PATH participants will learn:

• Action Planning / Problem Solving

• Physical Activity Fundamentals

• Relaxation Techniques

• Pain and Fatigue Management

• Depression and Stress Management

• Healthy Eating

• Better Communication With Health Care

Professionals and Family

• And more!

The average employee takes 3.5 sick days per year at an excess cost (over persons with no risks) of $272 per year.

Employer Benefi ts:

• Reduced Absenteeism• Healthier Employees• Increased Productivity• Happier Employees• Decreased Insurance Costs

Shown to signifi cantly improve self-reported health, social activities and energy while reducing fatigue, disability and health distress measures after 6 months.

Cost Effectiveness = ROI(Return on Investment)

Implementing PATH has been shown to yield a $1 to $10 cost to savings ratio.

Chronic Disease Self Management Program (PATH) saved $390 - $520 per patient. *

*April 2002 AHRQ Publication No. 02-0018. www.ahrq.gov/research/elderdis.htm

PATH is a FREE six-week program for adults with ongoing health conditions

Preventable illness makes up more than 70% of medical costs.The New England Journal of Medicine.

What happens in the PATH Workshop?

• Two trained leaders conduct the workshop once a week for six weeks.

• The confi dential sessions are highly participatory, where attendees support each other in managing their condition.

• Participants learn to set goals to better manage their health.

• Participants share their success and support each other while having fun.