Frequently Asked Questions
About Choose Healthy Life
What is Choose Healthy Life?
Choose Healthy Life (CHL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing access to health services through the Black church, the oldest and most trusted institution in the community, by funding, establishing and training a trusted faith-based Health Navigator to educate, deliver and connect the community to much-needed health services.
What is a Health Navigator?
Health Navigators are the cornerstone of the Choose Healthy Life model. They are typically existing parishioners within the churches they serve who have been trained to bridge the gap between faith and science in order to increase access to health services in their communities.
Where does Choose Healthy Life work?
Choose Healthy Life works through a network of partner churches. Use our church directory and map to see the churches in your area.
Health Services and Events
What health services does CHL offer?
Through our CHL churches we offer free health services, including Blueprint for Wellness® health screenings, vaccinations, and health and wellness events. See our health services.
What is Blueprint for Wellness®?
Blueprint for Wellness® by Quest Diagnostics is a comprehensive set of screening tests available through our CHL churches. Through a simple blood draw, it assesses the general state of your health and can detect potential health risks.
It covers diabetes risk, heart health, liver health, kidney health, bone health, thyroid health, and physical measures such as BMI and blood pressure.
How do I find an event near me?
Visit our Events page to see upcoming events. You can filter by state, date and event type, and each event has a map link and an Add to Calendar button.
How do I reach a Health Navigator?
Find your church in the church directory and use the “Contact the Health Navigator” form on that church’s page.
I live in South Carolina. Can CHL help me find health insurance?
Yes. Our certified Health Navigators in South Carolina offer free help with Marketplace enrollment, Medicaid eligibility and coverage questions. Visit our South Carolina page to connect with a navigator.
Getting Involved
How can my church get involved?
Affiliate churches join CHL’s national network to carry health education, awareness, and action into their own communities. Any church called to this work is welcome. Apply to become an affiliate church.
How can my organization partner with CHL?
We work with partners who share our commitment to healthier communities. Meet our partners and send us a note, or learn about our Corporate Leadership Council.
How can I support Choose Healthy Life?
You can make a donation, join our newsletter, and follow us on social media.
I’m a member of the media. Who do I contact?
Visit our Press & Media page for press contacts and our latest news.
Still have a question? Contact us.