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| 2011 - Keys to Embracing Aging | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2011.1) | 35 |
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, social activity, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
| 2011.2) | 35 |
Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills |
| 2011.3) | 35 |
Number of participants who demonstrate healthy lifestyles and behaviors |
Author: Jordan Crain
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
A healthy brain is crucial to survival, growth and everyday successes (Smith, 2010). Similar to the rest of the body, the brain needs exercise and maintenance in order to optimize and protect its current and future health. In particular, the brain needs socialization, mental stimulation, physical activity, nutrition and sleep (AARP/Dana Alliance for Brain Initiatives, 2009; Alzheimer’s Association, 2011).Green County presented Keys to Embracing Aging: Brain Activity to six total participan
Author: Jordan Crain
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Keys to Embracing Aging is a Cooperative Extension educational health intervention aimed at improving overall health by focusing on ways in which individuals and families can be empowered to take control of their own lifestyle decisions and behaviors in terms of health and well-being. To demonstrate behavior change regarding brain activity, the program included a 30-day follow-up evaluation. Of the 6 who were sent follow-up evaluations, 6 were returned. 5 reported that they implement
Author: Jordan Crain
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Keys to Embracing Aging: Taking Time for YouThe American Heart Association (2011) recommends that each person make a conscious decision to do at least one personally enjoyable thing every day. “Taking time for you” is good for a person’s mind, body and soul. Even as few as 10 minutes a day can enhance health, overall well-being and optimal aging throughout the lifespan.Green County presented Keys to Embracing Aging: Taking Time for You. 8 participants completed post l
