Harlan County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 8 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.2) | 8 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 8 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.4) | 163 |
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
Harlan County Jr. Homemakers Day Camp
Author: Chasity Heck
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to the Community Assessment data for Harlan County, the community ranked youth life skills training opportunities among the top 15 needs for Harlan County. The Harlan County Jr. Homemaker Day Camp provided participants with an opportunity to enhance their youth life skills over the period of three days. Jr. Homemakers from across the county were encouraged to attend the camp. Youth were targeted between the ages of 8-14 years old. Current Jr. Homemaker members w
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Lose to Win
Author: Chasity Heck
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to Kentucky by the Numbers Data 45.3% of Harlan County adults over the age of 18 have a BMI greater than or equal to 30, and 14.0% of Harlan County adults over the age of 20 have a diagnosis of diabetes. 39.6% of Harlan County adults over the age of 18 reported having no leisure-time activity. To help combat these issues the Harlan County FCS agent implemented a 10-session program held at the Harlan County Extension Depot. 11 participants attended “Lose to Win&r
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