Lawrence County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2020 - Jun 30, 2021





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.2) 63

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

2027.3) 63

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

2027.4) 63

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

2027.1) 936

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices



Success Stories

Hands on Earth Day

Author: Alivia Faris

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Hands on Earth Day

The Lawrence County Extension Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) and Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Agents collaborated with the Lawrence County Soil Conservation District and Lawrence County Schools to present an Earth Day Programs. At Louisa East Elementary School, over 300 students participated by planting flowers and shrubs in the schools outdoor learning court yard area. Students not only beautified the court yard, they were also able to learn hands on about plants and their i

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Addressing the Needs of the Community During a State of Emergency

Author: Alivia Faris

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Addressing the Needs of the Community During a State of Emergency

The Lawrence County Extension Office collaborated to address the immediate need for help with flood and ice storm relief and education after a devastating few weeks of inclement weather and a declared state of emergency in Lawrence County. The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Agent, Agriculture and Natural Recourses (ANR) Agent, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Senior Assistant, and the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Senior Assistant all collaborated in o

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