Va whole health | veterans affairs

Whole Health is VA’s approach to care that supports your health and well-being. Whole Health centers around what matters to you, not what is the matter with you. This means your health team

will get to know you as a person, before working with you to develop a personalized health plan based on your values, needs, and goals. WHOLE HEALTH, YOUR WELLBEING  Whole Health, also known

as “Personalized, Proactive, Patient-driven Care,” is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and to live their life to the

fullest. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America’s Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and

well-being. Your Whole Health team will support you in the development of your personal health plan based on your values, needs, and goals.  EXPLORE THE CIRCLE OF HEALTH  The Circle of

Health illustrates the big picture connections between your health and other aspects of your life. Whole Health opens the door to discuss not only your health conditions but the things that

impact your well-being. The equation begins with you, the “Me” at the center. We start at the middle saying, "I am the expert on my life, values, goals, and priorities. Only I can know

WHY I want my health. Your story is unique and your whole health begins with what matters to you. Whole Health starts with “Me” in the center and is fueled by the power of knowing yourself

and what works for you in your life. Each of us has the power to impact our well-being. Whole Health offers the skills and support you need to make the changes you want. Your health team is

there to help with the prevention and treatment of disease and illness. Just as there is a “Me” at the center of the circle, there is a “We” that enfolds it. Your community is more than the

places where you live, work, and worship. It includes all the people and groups you connect with—those you rely on and those who rely on you. PERSONAL HEALTH INVENTORY It's time to

decide what is most important in your life - what do you want your health for? Start with the Personal Health Inventory and decide what really matters in your life and what goals you want to

achieve.  When you are ready to start, your health care team will work with you to create a plan that integrates clinical care with wellbeing programs to help you reach your goals.  The 

Personal Health Inventory is the first step taken with your health care team to develop a personal health plan.  The Personal Health Inventory walks you through the eight self-care areas

identified on the Circle of Health to help you determine how they affect your health.  You will answer questions such as: * Are you getting enough sleep at night to refresh your body and

mind? * Are you eating foods and beverages that nourish and fuel you? * Are you surrounding yourself with people you love and care about? * Are you finding opportunities to lean and grow?

When you have completed the Personal Health Inventory, you will know which areas in your life you want to improve, and you may have set some personal goals. Talk to your VA health care team

about your goals and ask them to help you create a personal health plan to support you.