Cardiovascular disease (or heart disease) is the number one cause of death of women in the United States.

The goal of the Heart of Weld Project is to reduce modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) among women, 40 to 64 years of age, who are under- or uninsured, with an emphasis on low income women and women enrolled in the Women's Wellness Connection.

Regular screenings are offered throughout the community and at Sunrise Monfort Family Clinic. Screenings include measurement of height, weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol and glucose levels.

Those women identified as being moderate to high risk for the development of heart disease are encouraged to enroll in our lifestyle intervention program, which seeks to help women improve eating and exercise habits, identify and overcome barriers, gain basic problem solving skills, set goals, understand behavior, learn stimulus control, and identify the importance of keeping a supportive and healthy environment.

All screenings and the lifestyle intervention program are FREE for qualified women. For more information or to check for screening dates, please call:  Gabrielle Vergara, Project Coordinator at (970) 304-6470, ext. 2375

Community Resources:

As part of the Heart of Weld Project, several Zumba and cooking classes are offered throughout the community. Most are FREE, and all are welcome!