Heidi, Age 54 – diabetes, high blood pressure, depression

A year ago, I was not healthy — both physically and mentally. I had high blood pressure, diabetes and was overweight. I was also depressed. I just wasn’t taking care of myself, and it was showing. I wasn’t even seeing an endocrinologist, which is important to help control my diabetes. My ForeSee Care Manager called me twice a week until I agreed to see a doctor. He started me on medication to control my blood pressure and depression, and changed my diabetes medication. Now, I am looking forward to each day. My blood pressure is down, my diabetes is under control, and I’m not depressed for the first time in months. My Care Manager worked with my doctor and me to get results, and I feel much better.

Brandon, Age 2 – Asthma

My two-year-old son has asthma and has been to the emergency room several times this year with asthma attacks. My husband and I were scared and didn’t know what to do to help our baby. Our care manager at ForeSee Health taught us how to recognize the warning signs of an attack, and even pointed out things we could do at home to help prevent further attacks. Our Care Manager is working with us in a team effort—and we feel like we’re better prepared to keep our son healthy.

John, Age 40 – heart problem

ForeSee's Care Manager called me months ago, but I wasn’t feeling ill and didn’t really feel I needed the program, so I said no thanks. But after I went to the ER, she called me again, and this time I agreed to participate in the program. When I talked with my nurse Kathy, she asked a lot of questions. She was interested in me and easy to talk to. I mentioned that I had been more tired than usual and had some indigestion. She told me that these symptoms could mean trouble with my heart, to go to the ER if they got worse, and call my doctor first thing in the morning. Well, they got worse later that evening, and I did go the ER. This time they found I had 90% blockage in an artery that fed my heart and I received a stent. I am fine now, but I could have had a heart attack or worse. I look forward to working with Kathy to keep my heart healthy!

William, Age 60 – diabetes

Before I started working with my ForeSee Health Care Manager, I was overweight, not active, and having a hard time controlling my diabetes. Pat's advice gave me the encouragement I needed to start an exercise program, and I decided to join the YMCA. It’s been twelve weeks, and I’ve lost 18 pounds. I’ve even started following a healthy eating plan. I’m really proud, because I’ve also gotten my A1C levels under control. I finally feel like I am in charge of my diabetes.