Make A Choice for a Healthier Life

Make A Choice for a Healthier Life ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿพโ€โ™€๏ธ Make A Choice started as a prediabetes prevention public health initiative led by Health Promotion Council.

Now, we help connect communities to a broader range of free and low-cost chronic disease programs across Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Make a choice and take control of your high blood pressure with HPCโ€™s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program. This ๐…๐‘๐„๐„,...
04/23/2026

Make a choice and take control of your high blood pressure with HPCโ€™s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program. This ๐…๐‘๐„๐„, 4-month program provides both individual education and support, along with monthly group nutrition education to help adults with high blood pressure better manage and control their condition.

Eligible individuals include those who are ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ–+ ๐ฒ๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ฅ๐, ๐ง๐จ cardiac events in the past 12 months, ๐ง๐จ arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat) and ๐ง๐จ lymphedema (fluid buildup in lymph nodes).

Program begins on ๐Œ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ฌ๐ญ at ๐๐‡๐Œ๐‚โ€™๐ฌ ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ”๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ ๐’๐ญ๐ซ๐ž๐ž๐ญ ๐ฅ๐จ๐œ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง. Enroll as soon as possible to take charge of managing your high blood pressure. Interested individuals can ๐ž๐ง๐ซ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐›๐ฒ ๐ž๐ข๐ญ๐ก๐ž๐ซ ๐œ๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐š๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐‡๐๐‚ ๐‡๐ž๐š๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก ๐‘๐ž๐Ÿ๐ž๐ซ๐ซ๐š๐ฅ ๐‡๐ฎ๐› ๐จ๐ซ ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BPSMInterestForm .

It's National Public Health Week! ๐ŸŽ‰This year's theme is "๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜†. ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐˜. ๐—”๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป!", with the goal of each of us to review wha...
04/08/2026

It's National Public Health Week! ๐ŸŽ‰

This year's theme is "๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ๐˜†. ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐˜. ๐—”๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป!", with the goal of each of us to review what has been accomplished so far in the field of public health and think about steps needed to promote a healthier future, especially when it comes to addressing the root causes of unhealthy lifestyles, the development of disease, and poor health.

HPC wants to celebrate, recognize, and thank every public health worker for all that you do to support public health across your communities!

Today is Diabetes Alert Day, which is all about . HPC wants to share a free resource to help individuals be proactive i...
03/24/2026

Today is Diabetes Alert Day, which is all about . HPC wants to share a free resource to help individuals be proactive in learning more about their risk for type 2 diabetes.

Itโ€™s important to know, so you can work with your doctor to make changes in your life to avoid a diabetes diagnosis. Remember, early action can help , so donโ€™t wait.

Your first step is to take our free prediabetes risk test and . It only takes 60 seconds๐Ÿ“: www.surveymonkey.com/r/HPCRiskTest

Spring has sprung ๐ŸŒท. Celebrate the healing power of music and dance with Allin, Eleone Dance Theatre and Jackson-Cor on...
03/19/2026

Spring has sprung ๐ŸŒท. Celebrate the healing power of music and dance with Allin, Eleone Dance Theatre and Jackson-Cor on Saturday, March 21st, from 12pm-2:30pm at Walnut Street West Library (Free Library of Philadelphia) . With performances by international musician Jan Jeffries and dancers from Eleone Dance Theatre, it's an event designed to bring people together to engage in movement and live music.

Get your free ticket here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bring-your-human-tickets-1983478211725

Continue the celebration at Eleone Dance Theatre's Spring Performance on Sunday, March 29th at 4pm at the Kurtz Performing Arts Center.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit:

https://eleonedance.org/event/eleone-30-years-spring-concert-2026-at-the-kurtz-on-march-29/

March is National Nutrition and Women's History Month. Throughout the month, Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pe...
03/11/2026

March is National Nutrition and Women's History Month. Throughout the month, Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. celebrates the impactful women who have contributed and left their mark in the food and nutrition field.

From scientists discovering innovations in the nutrition field to chefs bringing traditional cooking methods to the greater public to advocates addressing malnutrition and education gaps in communities, these women have ensured that nutrition is accessible to all individuals.

Swipe through the following images to read more about these women!

February is Black History and American Heart Month! Black Americans continue to experience some of the nation's most sev...
02/26/2026

February is Black History and American Heart Month! Black Americans continue to experience some of the nation's most severe cardiovascular disease outcomes, driven in part by the high prevalence of risk factors, such as hypertension, diabetes, and preventative care access.

This month, Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. is spotlighting ways in which individuals can build and create connections to help address the links between social connectedness and heart health.

Our relationships and connections are often ignored when life gets busy, which can impact heart health. It's important to build and create connections, whether with trying new activities, making plans with friends and family, or giving back to your community. Swipe to see three ways in which you can ensure relationships and connections can be prioritized.

Have any other ideas on ways to connect with your community? Feel free to comments with your own below!

02/07/2026

๐Ÿ’œ What Moves You?

โœจ Eleone Dance Theatre, Jackson-Cor, Allin, and Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. hope that stories shared by the dancers move you, your family, and your community to Make a Choice for a Healthier Life.

โค๏ธFebruary is American Heart Month and Black History Month - so Make a Choice to Know Your Numbers to prevent and manage high blood pressure and reduce your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Engage in community, its good for your heart ! Treat yourself to Eleone Dance Theatre's BHM 365 Peformance on Sunday, February 8th at 2:30pm at Universal Audenried Charter High School Performing Arts Center 3301 Tasker Street.
Tickets at https://eleone.ticketlocity.com/events/147418

๐ŸฉธProtect your heart - Sign-up for a free blood pressure self-monitoring program starting in March at programinfo@phmc.org or call/text 215.608.1477. Space is limited for a free blood pressure monitor and other giveaways!

๐ŸŽฅWatch the full video at www.makeachoice.org

Are you "moved" to Make A Choice for a Healthier Life?
โœ…Contact us programinfo@phmc.org or call/text 215.608.1477 and talk with a health navigator. It's FREE!

01/15/2026

๐Ÿ’œ What Moves You?

โœจ Eleone Dance Theatre, Jackson-Cor, Allin, and Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. hope that stories shared by the dancers move you, your family, and your community to Make a Choice for a Healthier Life.

๐Ÿ‘We thank Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church for their partnership and Philadelphia Department of Public Health for their support in making this valuable production.

๐ŸŽฅWatch the full video at www.makeachoice.org

Are you "moved" to Make A Choice for a Healthier Life?

โœ…Contact us programinfo@phmc.org or call/text 215.608.1477 and talk with a health navigator.
Its FREE!

As we reflect on the past year, we at Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. want to take a moment...
12/19/2025

As we reflect on the past year, we at Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible partners and extended network. Your unwavering support and collaboration have been pivotal to our journey, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to work alongside such passionate and knowledgeable individuals and organizations. Wishing everyone a restful, happy and healthy new year! Hereโ€™s to continuing our impactful work together in 2026 and beyond!

Recognize Diabetes Awareness Month with Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. at the Central Senio...
11/07/2025

Recognize Diabetes Awareness Month with Health Promotion Council of Southeastern Pennsylvania, Inc. at the Central Senior Services - Free Library of Philadelphia Speaker Series on November 14th. Learn more about diabetes, diabetes awareness, and prevention and management programs and services available in the community.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1954789089789?aff=oddtdtcreator

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10/08/2025

Dance has lasting benefits on mental and emotional wellbeing. But, you donโ€™t have to be a professional dancer to improve your mental health.

Any movement โ€” whether you dance, sway, or stretch โ€” can calm your mind, ease tension, and boost your mood.

Get support and find more ways to move with Health Promotion Council! Start today at: MakeAChoice.org

We Walk PHL is back for the season! These weekly 1 hour walks will run through October 31. Stay active, work towards man...
09/29/2025

We Walk PHL is back for the season!

These weekly 1 hour walks will run through October 31. Stay active, work towards managing your chronic condition, and connect with neighbors โ€” all while exploring Philadelphiaโ€™s beautiful parks.

Find your closest park and join a walk: www.myphillypark.org/wewalk-fall25

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