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We are nurses committed to bringing health to communities where people work, live and play.

07/29/2026

Whole Health Collaborative is a nurse-led lifestyle medicine program built for organizations serving underserved communities.

We embed directly into the community organizations people already trust and deliver group classes, one-on-one coaching, and clinical support across six pillars of health: nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, substance use, and connectedness.

Our participants leave with practical tools and measurable improvements in their health. Our partners gain a program that extends the impact of the work they are already doing.

If your organization is looking for a health partner that meets your community where they are, we would love to connect.

07/23/2026

Summer cookouts are about more than food. They are about connection, family, and community, which is part of why they matter so much.

There is no need to overthink your plate at a cookout. Build it around what looks good to you, try a new dish, and let the food be one part of the gathering rather than the main focus. The conversation at the table and the people around it matter just as much as what is on your plate.

A short walk before or after the meal is a simple way to add movement to the day without it feeling like exercise.

Food at gatherings is one of the simplest ways to practice the connectedness pillar we work on with participants. Shared meals build relationships, and relationships support health.

07/20/2026

"I didn't realize where my health was after all of these years, or how in control I actually am in deciding my health. All I knew was that I felt awful, inside and out. Thanks to this program and its practices I am now well aware of my health and how to make the choices that are vital to living a long, happy and healthy life." - Zendra, WHC Participant

When people understand their own health, they can make choices that actually stick. That's what this program is built to do.

07/15/2026

Summer travel and busy schedules can put real strain on the body's stress response. One of the most researched and accessible tools for calming the nervous system is slow, deep breathing.

Breathing at a slower pace, around six breaths per minute, has been shown in research to shift the body from a stress response toward a calmer state by increasing parasympathetic activity.

A simple practice to try before a flight, a long drive, or a stressful moment:
1. Inhale for 4 seconds
2. Hold for 2 seconds
3. Exhale for 6 seconds
4. Repeat for 1 to 2 minutes

This is part of the stress pillar we work on with participants. No app or device required, just a few minutes and a quiet moment.

07/12/2026

Protein has become one of the most talked about topics in nutrition. Here is what the research actually supports.

For years, the standard protein recommendation has been 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight. That number was designed to prevent deficiency, not to be a perfect target. New dietary guidelines suggest a higher range, but most adults already get enough protein from a typical diet.

Some groups are more likely to benefit from added protein, including older adults working to maintain muscle mass, pregnant women, and people in structured strength training. For most people, a normal, varied diet with protein at most meals is enough.

At WHC, our nutrition pillar focuses on what fits a person's actual life and health needs, grounded in research rather than trends.

07/07/2026

Summer heat affects the body more than most people realize. Certain groups face higher risk for heat-related illness, including older adults, outdoor workers, and people who exercise in extreme heat.

Dehydration is one of the most common and preventable factors behind heat-related illness. A few signs to watch for: increased thirst, dark urine, fatigue, dizziness, or headache.

Simple ways to stay safer in the heat:
💧 Drink water throughout the day, not only when you feel thirsty
🧢 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing outdoors
⏰ Plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening
🏠 Check on neighbors or family members who are older adults or have chronic conditions
😴 Watch for heat affecting your sleep. Hot nights can make it harder to fall and stay asleep

This is also UV Safety Awareness Month, a good reminder to pair hydration habits with sun protection. Staying safe in extreme heat is one more example of how prevention works best with support. Our nurse-led coaches help participants build small, practical habits like these into their daily routine, so they become second nature rather than one more thing to remember on a hot day.

07/05/2026

You don’t need a gym membership or special equipment to get moving more this summer.

A walk around the block, time in a community garden, or playing outside with kids all count.
Other ways to move outside this summer:

🚶 Walking or biking instead of driving for short errands
🧘 Stretching or bodyweight exercises on a porch, patio, or in a park
🌱 Gardening, yard work, or community garden plots
🐾 Playing outside with kids, grandkids, or pets
🚶‍♀️ Group walks with a neighbor, friend, or church group

At WHC, movement is one of the six pillars of lifestyle medicine we work on with participants. We focus on what is realistic and sustainable for each person's life, not a one-size-fits-all routine.

This summer, look for ways to move outside that already fit into your day.

07/03/2026

Healthy aging is often talked about like it starts at 60 or 65. The research tells a different story.

According to a 2025 CDC study, 93 percent of adults 65 and older now live with at least one chronic condition, and nearly 79 percent live with two or more. Many of these conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, and arthritis, develop over decades, shaped by the habits and environments people have access to long before they reach retirement age.

Research from the CDC defines healthy aging as the presence of physical health, mental health, and social engagement, a definition that extends well beyond disease avoidance.

This is why the work has to start earlier. At WHC, every pillar we teach, including nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, substance use, and connectedness, plays a role in how someone ages, no matter what age they are when they start.

06/29/2026

Weight loss is a common goal our participants have but is rarely the most important one.

Focusing solely on weight as a health metric overlooks the broader factors that drive long term wellbeing. Sleep quality, stress regulation, social connection, and daily movement all carry measurable impacts on chronic disease risk regardless of what someone weighs.

At WHC, we start by getting to the root of how people feel rather than what they weigh. From there, we build a plan around the six pillars of lifestyle medicine because lasting health is about more than a number on a scale.

06/25/2026

Community-based health interventions are most effective when they are embedded in the organizations and spaces people already trust. Here is what that looks like in practice for the WHC team on any given week.

The work touches every part of the health ecosystem. At our community partner sites, the work centers on weekly in-person classes, collaboration on funding opportunities, and regular meetings with care teams to make sure participants are supported as whole people. We also work alongside DNP students, and through a student's recent program evaluation found that our approach produces statistically significant improvements in patient activation and long term health outcomes. At our recovery partnerships, the work extends further, bringing breathwork sessions to groups of 40 to 50 people and a six month lifestyle medicine program with clinical oversight for those who want to go deeper.

This is what it means to meet communities where they are. We build long term relationships around what each community actually needs and show up consistently to do the work.

To learn more about partnering with WHC, send us a DM.

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3050 Richard Allen Court
Denver, CO
80205

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https://www.wholehealthco.org/

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