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| 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) | 128 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 2027.3) | 0 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.5) | 11 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.1) | 38 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
Author: Lynn Blankenship
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
The problem: Adults with different abilities who live in community living settings with their adult helpers, have historically struggled to find educational opportunities that are accessible for their demographic. These individuals need ongoing life skills education, to meet daily living goals as delineated their Individual Education Plans.The educational program response:Metcalfe County FCS Extension and Nutrition Education program began providing nutrition education and FCS related life s
Author: Lynn Blankenship
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
The problem: According to Kentucky by the Numbers current physical activity statistical data collected in Metcalfe County, 34.8% of adults report NO Leisure-time Physical Activity. The percentage of adults diagnosed with Diabetes is 12%, and 41.3 % have a BMI of 30kg/m2 or higher. Adults in Metcalfe County reported an average of 5.1 physically unhealthy days with 15.5 % reporting fourteen or more physically unhealthy days per month. Adults in Metcalfe County reported
