Programs
Heartland Wellness Connections delivers practical, community-based programs designed to remove barriers and improve real-life outcomes. Each program is built with one goal in mind: making health, technology, and support accessible, usable, and sustainable.
Our Programs
Tech Tutors
Building confidence through connection
Tech Tutors is an intergenerational program that pairs trained high school students with older adults for one-on-one technology support.
Participants learn how to:
- Use smartphones, tablets, and laptops
- Navigate email, texting, and video calls
- Access telehealth and patient portals
- Stay safe online and avoid scams
- Use apps for everyday needs (banking, transportation, health)
Why it matters:
Technology is no longer optional—it’s essential for accessing healthcare, staying connected, and maintaining independence. Tech Tutors bridges that gap in a way that is personal, patient, and effective.
What makes it unique:
- Relationship-based learning
- Hands-on, paced support
- Builds confidence—not just skills
- Creates meaningful connections across generations
Tech Café
A trusted place for ongoing support
Tech Café is a community tech hub where individuals can drop in for help, attend classes, and build digital skills over time.
Services include:
- Device troubleshooting and setup
- Internet and email support
- Help with online forms, job applications, and benefits
- Telehealth navigation
- Cybersecurity and fraud prevention education
Why it matters:
Many people don’t need a one-time class—they need a place they can return to when something isn’t working. Tech Café provides that consistent, trusted support.
What makes it unique:
- Walk-in, approachable environment
- Real-time problem solving
- Community-based and relationship-driven
- Designed for all skill levels
Diabetes Education & Support
Turning knowledge into better health
Our diabetes programs focus on prevention, management, and long-term behavior changes, especially in communities experiencing higher rates of diabetes.
Participants receive support in:
- Understanding A1C and blood sugar management
- Nutrition and culturally relevant meal planning
- Medication awareness and adherence
- Physical activity and lifestyle changes
- Ongoing peer and community support
Why it matters:
Diabetes is manageable and often preventable with the right tools and support. Our programs have demonstrated measurable improvements in participant outcomes.
What makes it unique:
- Culturally responsive programming, including Spanish-language courses
- Evidence-informed curriculum
- Focus on sustainable lifestyle change, not quick fixes
- Integration with community screenings and referrals
Community Health Worker (CHW) Support
Helping people navigate what comes next
Our Community Health Workers provide hands-on support to individuals navigating healthcare systems and life challenges.
Support includes:
- Scheduling follow-up appointments
- Connecting to community resources
- Assistance with prescriptions and medical equipment
- Hospital discharge support
- Health education and coaching
- Addressing social determinants of health
Why it matters:
Access doesn’t end at diagnosis. Many individuals need help navigating next steps—and that’s where CHWs make a critical difference.
What makes it unique:
- Trusted, community-based approach
- Focus on relationships and continuity
- Bridges gaps between clinical care and everyday life
- Reduces strain on healthcare systems
Maternal Health & Family Support
Supporting healthier moms and stronger starts
Our maternal health efforts focus on improving outcomes for mothers and babies through education, care coordination, and community support.
Services include:
- Prenatal and postpartum education
- Care coordination and referrals
- Support from trained community health workers and doulas
- Connection to healthcare providers and resources
- Ongoing support for new families
Why it matters:
Maternal health outcomes vary widely based on access, education, and support. We work to ensure every mother has what she needs for a healthy pregnancy and beyond.
What makes it unique:
- Nurse-led, community-based model
- Focus on equity and access
- Wraparound support approach
- Integration with broader health and social services
Community Screenings & Resource Navigation
Meeting people where they are
We provide community-based screenings and immediate connection to resources—because early detection and quick action matter.
Services include:
- Blood pressure, glucose, and basic health screenings
- Identification of unmet health and social needs
- Immediate referrals to programs and services
- Access to support like prescriptions, food resources, and more
Why it matters:
Screenings are often the first step—but follow-through is what changes outcomes. We ensure people don’t fall through the cracks.
What makes it unique:
- Integrated “screen + support” model
- On-the-spot referrals and solutions
- Strong partnerships with healthcare providers
- Focus on prevention and early intervention
Our Approach
Across every program, we focus on:
- Accessibility – Services brought into the community
- Trust – Relationship-driven engagement
- Practicality – Real-world solutions people can use immediately
- Partnership – Working with organizations to expand impact
- Outcomes – Measurable improvements in health and well-being
If you’re interested in participating, partnering, or bringing a program to your community, we’d love to connect. Contact us.