Health & Wellness Education and Services

WHOLE-PERSON WELLNESS

Supporting the Whole Person

Ubuntu Rooted’s Health & Wellness work supports individuals and communities in navigating chronic health conditions through whole-person, culturally responsive approaches that build confidence, strengthen self-advocacy, and support long-term wellness.

Our approach recognizes that wellness extends beyond physical health. Emotional well-being, relationships, financial stability, environment, access to resources, culture, identity, and other parts of life can all shape a person’s wellness journey.

HEALTH & WELLNESS OFFERINGS

Learning, Support & Community Connection

We create learning environments where participants can examine race and equity with honesty, cultural humility, care, and accountability.

We connect learning to participants’ actual roles so they can move from general awareness to practical action.

Living Well: Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop

An interactive, evidence-based workshop that supports individuals in managing symptoms, improving daily functioning, and building confidence in their ability to take control of their health.

Format: 6-week series, one day per week, virtual or in-person.

The Wellness Journey: Navigating the 7 Stages of Grief After a Medical Diagnosis

Supports individuals in understanding and navigating the emotional impact of a medical diagnosis, with a focus on grief, identity shifts, and emotional well-being.

Format: 1-day intensive or multi-session series, virtual or in-person.

Fibromyalgia Wellness Connection: Peer Support Group

A supportive space for individuals living with fibromyalgia to connect, share experiences, and build community while exploring symptom navigation and wellness strategies.

Format: Ongoing monthly, virtual or in-person.

Well Together: Chronic Disease Peer Support Group

An inclusive support group for individuals living with chronic conditions to reduce isolation, share experiences, and build practical tools for navigating daily life.

Format: Ongoing monthly, virtual or in-person.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Participants and Organizations May Gain

  • A stronger understanding of how inequity is created and maintained
  • Greater ability to recognize institutional and systemic barriers
  • Awareness of how decisions affect different communities
  • Practical tools for human-centered decisions
  • Stronger alignment between commitments, actions, and outcomes
  • Clear next steps for learning and organizational change
SELF-ADVOCACY

Strengthening Your Voice in Healthcare

A core focus of this work is supporting individuals in advocating for themselves within healthcare systems.

Participants develop skills to:

  • Communicate clearly with healthcare providers
  • Ask informed questions and participate in decisions about their care
  • Navigate systems and access available resources
  • Recognize their needs within medical and support settings

BUILD COMMUNITY CAPACITY

Certification & Leadership Programs

Community Health Worker Certification: Chronic Disease Self-Management Facilitator Training

Prepares individuals to facilitate chronic disease self-management workshops using a structured, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approach.

Outcome: Certified facilitator able to lead workshops in community and workplace settings.

Wellness Journey Facilitator Certification: 7 Stages of Grief After Medical Diagnosis

Prepares individuals to lead workshops and support spaces focused on the emotional wellness journey following a diagnosis.

Outcome: Certified facilitator able to guide grief-informed wellness workshops and support groups.

Certified Chronic Disease Empathic Listener

Trains individuals to provide peer-based emotional support for those navigating chronic illness, medical distress, or grief.

Participants develop skills in:

  • Active and empathic listening
  • Supporting individuals in emotional distress
  • Understanding chronic illness overwhelm
  • Maintaining boundaries and ethical support practices
  • Grounding and nervous system awareness techniques

Outcome: Prepared to provide peer-based emotional support in community and organizational settings.

Let’s Build Healthier, More Connected Communities

If this work aligns with the needs of your organization or community, we invite you to connect with us.

We can tailor these offerings to fit your setting and the populations you serve.