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





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.4) 227

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) 158

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

2027.3) 14

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

2027.5) 2

Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program

2027.1) 37

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices



Success Stories

MOVE For Better Health as We Age

Author: Linda Burgard

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

According to the Health Rankings analysis of CDC, 30.5% of Kentuckians and 37.2% of Kentucky’s seniors aged 65 and older have no physical activity or exercise other than their regular job.  Physical inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and cancer mortality, diabetes, and premature death.   Approximately 10% of deaths among adults ages 40-69 and 7.8% of deaths among adults ages 70 and older can be attributed to physical inact

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