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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Calloway County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2011 - Aging-General
2011.3) 6

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)

2011.4) 11

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

2011.1) 18

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)

2011.2) 22

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)



Success Stories

Strengthening Minds and Spirits through WITS Workout

Author: Debra Hixon

Major Program: Aging-General

Strengthening Minds and Spirits through WITS Workout

Describe the Issue or Situation.  According to our government, over 7.2 million Americans aged 65+ are living with Alzheimer’s dementia as of 2025, which is nearly 1 in 9 seniors. It is estimated that more than 6 million Americans currently have Alzheimer’s, with projections suggesting this number could rise to nearly 13.8 million by 2060.Describe the Outreach or Educational Program Response (and Partners, if applicable).  WITS Workout aligns with proven dementia prevention

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