Barren County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.4) 125

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

2027.2) 205

Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels

2027.3) 125

Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose)

2027.5) 37

Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program

2027.1) 75

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices



Success Stories

Teen Cuisine

Author: Jordan Crain

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

In an effort to help Teens learn basic cooking and basic kitchen skills, the Barren County Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences and the Barren County Program Assistant collaborated with one Glasgow High School class to offer Teen Cuisine. The Teen Cuisine curriculum consists of six topics/lessons. Throughout the six weeks, students learned about food safety, including proper cooking time and temperature, cross contamination, handwashing and others. Additionally, knife skills and other basic co

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Couch Potato Challenge

Author: Jordan Crain

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

The Barren County Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences offered a newsletter-based walking program designed for individuals who have not previously been physically active or who have not been physically active in a long time. The Couch Potato Challenge started January 1st. Those participating received weekly newsletters for a total of 12 weeks. This was a way to help individuals stay motivated and encouraged during the winter months. In addition to the weekly newsletters, the agent ma

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Radon in Kentucky

Author: Jordan Crain

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

According to the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Radon is a cancer-causing, radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock and water. Radon gets into the air you breathe through cracks, crevices and openings in the foundation. Radon gas is not visible and has no odor or taste. It is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, estimated to cause thousands of deaths annually. All of Barren County is considered to be in the Danger

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