Grant County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 30 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 37 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.3) | 30 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 30 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.4) | 30 |
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 |
Success Stories
Hometown Health Challenge
Author: Asa Conkwright
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Since the pandemic, Grant County has seen an increase in prevalence of negative health factors associated with lack of physical activity such as obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes. The FCS agent worked with the organization Fitness for Life Around Grant County (FFLAG) to revamp and older program called "the Biggest Winner" and change it to the "Hometown Health Challenge." The program was a large community wide program.The focus of the program was to hold different cla
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