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| 2066 - Accessing Nutritious Foods (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 351 |
Number of individuals reporting that they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmer’s markets, CSA’s WIC, Food Pantry) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.4) | 0 |
Number of farmers markets accepting EBT cards |
| 2066.5) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers markets |
| 2066.6) | 15 |
Number of families who grew a garden this year |
| 2066.7) | 0 |
Number of first time growers or those who haven’t grown in five or more years |
| 2066.8) | 0 |
Number of restaurants/other institutions utilizing local foods as a result of Extension programming |
| 2066.2) | 351 |
Number of individuals who reported eating more healthy foods |
| 2066.1) | 351 |
Number individuals reporting that their family supplemented their diets with healthy foods that they produced or preserved |
Author: Morgan King
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
The most recent CDC Data report states that the obesity rate for Greenup County is 35% of the population. Greenup County is in the top 10 counties for other health diseases, such as heart disease and 16% of Greenup County adults suffer from diabetes. Research has shown there is a natural link between nutrition, physical activity, and behaviors toward healthy lifestyles. The Greenup Co. Extension Snap- Ed assistant collaborated with the Greenup Co. Senior Center in a 6 month long series to promot
Author: Morgan King
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
According to the most recent studies of 2011 21% of Kentucky youth ages 2 -17 are considered obese. Greenup Co. has an obesity rate of 31.9%. The obesity rate of Greenup County is higher than the state average. This results in an even higher risk of developing serious chronic diseases at an earlier age in life.In collaboration with Russell Preschool and the Greenup co. Extension services: The Snap- Ed assistant held a six week series that was provided to the students at Russell Preschool where 6
Author: Lora Pullin
Major Program: Accessing Nutritious Foods (general)
The Greenup County Extension Family & Consumer Sciences Agent partnered with the Greenup County 21st Century Program to assist in educating youth during summer day camps. The day camp lasted for one week highlighting the theme “Down of the Farm.” The day camps are designed to enrich reading and math skills during summer break in creative ways. During the camps students were involved in hands-on experiences to enrich these skills. The Greenup County Family & Consumer Scie
