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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


LaRue County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.1) 35

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices

2027.2) 35

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

2027.3) 26

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

2027.4) 35

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

Prioritizing Women's Health

Author: Marla Stillwell

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Prioritizing Women's Health

According to the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service Community Needs Assessment completed in 2023, LaRue County respondents reported that improving access to mental health and wellbeing resources should be a priority moving forward.  Therefore, the LaRue County FCS program prioritized this finding by introducing a Women's Health Fair for members of the community. Low levels of physical activity, unhealthy nutrition, and poor mental health are all determinants of several

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