Laurel County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2021 - Jun 30, 2022





2072 - National Dining with Diabetes
2072.3) 6

Number of individuals who reported preparing more healthy home-cooked meals

2072.1) 6

Number of individuals who feel confident they can keep their diabetes under control or help the person they care for to keep their diabetes under control

2072.4) 6

Number of individuals who choose smaller portions to help manage their diabetes or choose smaller portions for the person they care for who has diabetes

2072.2) 4

Number of individuals who reported exercising continuously for 30 minutes at least 3 times per week



Success Stories

Dining with Diabetes

Author: Lora Davidson

Major Program: National Dining with Diabetes

According to the kentuckyhealthfacts.org, Laurel County has 39% of adults who are overweight or obese with 19% diagnosed with diabetes.The Laurel County Cooperative Extension Service offered a 4-week program that focused on learning about diabetes and how to make diabetic friendly meals with the Dining with Diabetes Program.  The program was aimed towards adults with diabetes and/or family members responsible for meal planning and preparation.Over 7 adults participated in one or more lesson

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