About Wellness Elevated
Empowering Adults to Take Control of Their Heart Health Through Education, Advocacy, and Action
Wellness Elevated is a heart health education brand dedicated to empowering adults and communities with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take control of their heart health.
Powered by Uniquely Defined, LLC, our work centers on raising awareness about congenital heart defects (CHDs) in adults and addressing the gaps in early detection, education, and advocacy.
Meet the Founder
Dr. Jacklyn “Jaki” Sanders, PhD
Founder of Wellness Elevated | Community Nutritionist | Extension Specialist
Hi, I’m Dr. Jacklyn Sanders—most people call me Jaki—and I believe your heart has a rhythm worth listening to.
For over 17 years, I’ve worked in community nutrition and health education. But my turning point didn’t happen in a classroom—it happened in my own body. I was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect as an adult, after years of symptoms that were overlooked or dismissed. That experience was both life-changing and mission-defining.
It’s why I founded Uniquely Defined, LLC and later launched Wellness Elevated—to close the gaps I once faced and help others access the answers, resources, and support they deserve.
I’m here to guide, educate, and walk alongside you on your wellness journey—whether you’re experiencing symptoms, advocating for someone you love, or simply wanting to learn more.
Let’s define your wellness—together.
— Dr. Jacklyn “Jaki” Sanders
From Research to Real-World Impact
Through Wellness Elevated, Rhythm of the Heart™ is delivered via community workshops, educational events, and digital platforms—bridging research, lived experience, and practical application.
Community workshops and events that turn awareness into action
One-on-one wellness consultations and advocacy coaching
Digital resources that make heart health education accessible
The Heart Behind the Work
Uniquely Defined grew from my passion for poetry and purpose. The name reflects my belief that you have the power to define who you are destined to become. That belief became the foundation for the work I do today through Wellness Elevated.
“You have the power to define who you are destined to become.”
~Jaki
Your wellness journey starts with one step.
Choose the path that serves you best through Wellness Elevated—connect one-on-one or begin with a simple tool.
Wellness Elevated Values
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Mission
To raise awareness about congenital heart defects in adults and empower communities through education, early detection, and prevention.
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Goals
Deliver engaging, evidence-informed heart health education
Provide accessible resources through workshops, events, and digital platforms
Build partnerships that expand heart health awareness nationally
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Core Values
Empathy: Meeting people where they are in their wellness journey
Education: Using evidence-based strategies to inspire change
Empowerment: Encouraging action for better heart health outcomes