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| 2011 - Keys to Embracing Aging | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2011.1) | 4 |
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) | 4 |
Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills |
| 2011.3) | 4 |
Number of participants who demonstrate healthy lifestyles and behaviors |
Author: Jill Harris
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. Nutritious foods help maintain a healthy body and protect against various illnesses, disorders and chronic diseases (USDA, 2011), such as heart disease, stroke, dementia, type 2 diabetes, bone loss, cancer, an
Author: Jill Harris
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). Todd County presented Keys to Embracing Aging: Brain Activity to 7 participants. Of t
Author: Jill Harris
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Engaging and maintaining meaningful social activities and relationships throughout the lifespan is vital to overall to health and well-being. Engaged people are often healthier, happier, less depressed and demonstrate enhanced brain vitality (NIA, 2009; Alzheimer’s Association, 2011; Park, 2009). They also contribute to stronger families and communities.Todd County presented Keys to Embracing Aging: Social Activity. 5 completed post lesson evaluations. As a result of the progra
