Trimble County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.4) 0

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

2027.2) 45

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

2027.3) 39

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

2027.5) 0

Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program

2027.1) 56

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices



Success Stories

Walking Kentucky

Author: Jane Proctor

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Walking Kentucky Regular physical activity and good mental health are essential for preventing chronic diseases. These are serious public health concerns that require effective interventions to encourage positive behavior change. The Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, and Trimble Family and Consumer Sciences Agents collaborated to implement a four-hundred-and-seventeen-mile Walking Kentucky Challenge as an innovative strategy to encourage movement among Louisville area

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Step into Nature

Author: Jane Proctor

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

As of August 30, 2023, Kentucky has the sixth-highest obesity rate in the U.S., with 48.78% of its population affected. The state ranks second in obesity rates among adult men and 18th among adult women. Additionally, Kentucky is among the top seven states for physical inactivity, with 32% of residents not engaging in regular exercise. Research indicates that adopting healthy eating habits and regular physical activity can promote overall health and reduce chronic diseases.To tackle these challe

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