Christian County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 48 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.2) | 48 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 0 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.4) | 75 |
Number of participants who attended age related health and wellness programs not identified as a “major program.”Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
| 2027.5) | 0 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
Success Stories
Nutrition Superhero Camp
Author: Tiffany Bolinger
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
The Hopkinsville Housing Authority reached out to the Christian County Agent for Family Consumer Sciences (FCS) to assist with their 2024 Kids Summer Day Camp. A need to improve understanding of the importance and benefits of proper nutrition was identified as a need for the children participating in the summer camp and thus, Nutrition Superhero Camp was developed.Nutrition Superhero Camp met once a week for five weeks during June and July 2024 with an average attendance of 15 kids. The FCS Agen
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Walk Your Way: Inspiring Health Through Movement
Author: Tiffany Bolinger
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Low physical activity levels, poor nutrition, and mental health challenges are known contributors to chronic diseases—and they continue to be major public health concerns. According to America’s Health Rankings, Kentucky ranks among the least physically active states.In response, Family and Consumer Sciences Agents in the Pennyrile Area launched Walk Your Way, a 12-week walking challenge aimed at boosting physical activity and encouraging healthier lifestyles among local residents.43
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Food for Thought
Author: Tiffany Bolinger
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Obesity is a large problem for many children in the United States. Some of the reasons for this is families not having the resources for healthy food options, resources for an appropriate diet, and youth only wanting to eat food that they are familiar with. According to americashealthrankings.org, there is a 33.3% obesity rate for Kentucky’s youth ages 10-17 putting Kentucky in 38th ranking. Through Extension, we want to help promote healthy living and have youth learn to thrive in their l
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