Since launching in fall 2017, the HSHS LiveWELL Program has made an impact on colleagues across HSHS!  With over 11,000 colleagues enrolled, HSHS promotes total health and well-being for colleagues through this program.  Read how LiveWELL has made an impact on these colleagues over the last year.

June 2018 LiveWELL Stories

Name: Adriana Holladay
Position: Colleague Service Center Representative
Ministry: Hospital Sisters Health System
LiveWELL Point Balance: 3,079 as of 5/16/18

My favorite LiveWell challenge so far has been the health assessment.  LiveWELL has taught me to take care of myself better.  I am exercising, stretching and taking time for my well-being.  I love it!  I have lost eight pounds, and I have been seeing a nutrition counselor named Corey at the HSHS affiliate Joslin Diabetes Center in Springfield.  I have begun a low calorie, low carb eating program, and I have also started walking with my buddy, Winston.  He likes the extra time with his Mom and he loves barking at the squirrels in the park where we walk.


Name: Christine Smith
Position: Human Resources Specialist
Ministry: HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan
LiveWELL Point Balance: 3,507 as of 5/11/18

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been meeting with a Prevea Health Coach.  For me, LiveWELL has helped me to stay on track with improving my emotional and physical well-being.  I have lost 59 pounds since this time last year and feel SO much better!



Name: Rachel Boeckman
Position: CT Technologist
Ministry: HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital, Highland
LiveWELL Point Balance: 3,260 as of 5/14/18

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been to cheer someone on.  I've enjoyed LiveWELL because it does not just focus on physical health, but mental and emotional health as well. It gives me the opportunity to see what others are doing to become the best version of themselves. It has made me look at certain aspects of my life that I wasn't aware that I could approve on.   To the left is a photo of myself, at a Cardinals game on opening day 2017. When I go to, or watch Cardinals baseball I am inspired by athletes' physical determination and drive. I am no professional athlete; but I do enjoy constantly making, and achieving new goals whether it be at the gym, at work, or at home.


 

Name: Debbie Hockers
Position: Administrative Assistant
Ministry: HSHS St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay
LiveWELL Point Balance: 4,154 as of 5/21/18

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been the 10,000 daily steps.  I started trying to improve my health in June 2017, so the LiveWELL program has helped motivate me almost since the beginning of my journey.  I am exercising almost every day and have been able to achieve and maintain a 25 pound weight loss. 




Name: Stephanie Brummett
Position: Certified Nurse Assistant
Ministry: HSHS St. John's Hospital, Springfield
LiveWELL Point Balance: 2,527 as of 5/17/18

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been keeping track of daily steps.  HSHS LiveWELL makes me more conscious on a daily basis of several healthy practices. I am reminded to stretch, get my steps in, and get enough sleep. Even though it is only a program on the computer, it keeps me accountable and helps me reach my goals on a daily basis. Last year I lost 40 pounds and have been doing better at adopting a healthy lifestyle.  HSHS LiveWELL is now a part of that journey! 

Name: Marti Buhl
Position: Environmental Associate
Ministry: HSHS St. Francis Hospital, Litchfield
LiveWELL Point Balance: 2,623 as of 5/18/18

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been to lose weight.  HSHS LiveWELL has been good for me. I'm 61 years old, and for some time I knew I should be doing something.  This has helped me to get started to really care about myself again. I started on February 21, 2018 and to date I have lost 15 pounds. I have not had any soda and work out each day with a CD. Thank you, HSHS, for having LiveWELL! 

Name: Cindy Maher
Position: Registered Nurse
Ministry: HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital, Chippewa Falls

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been the 10,000 steps per day.  I joined to obtain the benefits financially and physically.  Since then, I have embraced LiveWELL and truly acted upon the goals.  I have become a more disciplined, healthy individual. I have successfully lost weight and feel more toned. My financial stewardship is healthy also. I needed something to keep me accountable. Kudos to this plan. 



 


Name: Ashley Loos
Position: Transfusion Services Facilitator
Ministry: HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, Eau Claire
LiveWELL Point Balance: 3,436 as of 5/12/18

My favorite part about the LiveWELL challenges are that they are more than just a one-time thing, like the stretching challenge that is three days a week.  It makes me want to go out and do things.  There are weekly challenges, daily challenges, and new challenges to look forward to.  The challenges also aren't just about eating healthier or losing weight, they deal with everyday needs like budgets and work-life balance.  They certainly have opened my mind and eyes to more new things to do to make my life better. 


Name: Rachel Bunnell
Position: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Ministry: HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan
LiveWELL Point Balance: 2,361 as of 5/14/18

LiveWELL has encouraged me to stay on track with my goals and I have been more active since I joined! I love that HSHS offers a program like this! The variety of opportunities is also appealing to participate in the program.  It does not only take into account healthy eating and exercise, but other aspects to healthy living.  





Name: Raychel Gilbreath
Position: Registered Nurse - Critical Care
Ministry: HSHS St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay
LiveWELL Point Balance: 3,146 as of 5/18/18

My favorite LiveWELL challenge so far has been the health coaching.  I had back surgery one year ago.  Since then and with the help of LiveWELL, I've lost 35 pounds.  I've also learned to take care of myself instead of constantly pouring myself into others, and that our mental health is just as important as our physical health.  I look forward to continuing on my journey of weight loss, physical and mental strengthening.  All with the support I found through LiveWELL!