Aging-GeneralMajor Program

1422

Total Hours

Contributed.

4870

Contacts

with Local Stakeholders.

10

Hours

of Multistate Efforts.

164

Total Number

of Volunteers Engaged.

Program Indicators

Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills (such as enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, social activity, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time)

954

Number of participants who can recognize warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

427

Number of participants reporting improved knowledge regarding life span behavior and decisions that affect health and well-being (such as enhanced knowledge of: positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time)

1104

Number of participants who reported intentions to improve healthy lifestyles and behaviors (including enhanced positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, meaningful social connections, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time)

1027

Stories

Senior Cooking School

Describe the Issue or Situation.Many seniors face challenges in cooking for themselves due to physical limitations, lack of confidence with kitchen tools, and difficulties in meal planning and portion control. These barriers can lead to poor nutrition, reduced independence, and an increased reliance on convenience foods.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).To address these issues, a two-day Senior Cooking School was developed with the support of KRA...

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Senior Cooking School

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