Active Living Health PromotionsPlan of Work

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Marion County CES

Title:
Active Living Health Promotions
MAP:
Improve Physical and Mental Health
Agents Involved:
FCS, 4-H, ANR
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Food Preparation and Preservation
Situation:

 With the increased trend of chronic disease and obesity in Kentucky, individuals, families, and communities need tools and environments that support healthy and active lifestyle choices. CES agents are encouraged to reach diverse audiences to help combat chronic disease and obesity in Kentucky communities. Focusing on a foundation of overall direct health education to increase health literacy and ability to make healthy lifestyle choices. Including, creating spaces or opportunities for active living and health behaviors.  

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Evaluation:

Initial Outcome:  Nutrition knowledge and dietary intake  

Indicator:  Number of individuals who reported: eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily; utilize the food label to make healthy food choices; choosing smaller portions  

Method:  Self-report surveys  

Timeline:  Pre-post implementing curricula or program  


Intermediate Outcome:   Physical Activity knowledge, skills, and competencies   

Indicator:  Number of individuals who reported: knowledge and skills gained about the benefits of physical activity; adoption of physical activity practices; increase in physical activity levels  

Method:   Self-report survey  

Timeline:  Pre-post implementing curricula or program  


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Audience:  Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association/Volunteers  

Project or Activity:  Promoting Healthy Lifestyle Choices   

Content or Curriculum:  Master Health Volunteers, Health Bulletins, Monthly Leader Lessons  

Inputs:  Volunteers, paid staff, community partners  

Date:   Monthly  


Audience:  Families and Individuals  

Project or Activity:  Physical Activity  

Content or Curriculum:  Publications, Faithful Families, Story Walk, Master Health Volunteer, Shared Space Agreements, Health Coalitions, Be More, Fit Blue, WIN, Health Partners,Bingocize, Keys to Embracing Aging  

Inputs:  Paid staff, volunteers, facilities, health coalitions, Healthcare Providers, Health Department, Non-profits, Schools, Company Health & Wellness, FBOs, Homemakers, Community Centers  

Date: Periodically each year   


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