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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: Brittany Bowling
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
~~Keys to Embracing Aging Brain Program Success StoryA 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). Leslie County presented Keys to
Author: Brittany Bowling
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Practicing safety is important because it helps keep people out of harm’s way. Over the course of a lifetime, people learn and practice safety, such as looking both ways before crossing the street, wearing a seat belt or locking doors when away or at night. Simple lifestyle changes and recognizing hazards and how danger or injuries can occur when participating in different activities are keys to safe living. Leslie County presented Keys to Embracing Aging: Safety. 100% of partici
Author: Brittany Bowling
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Keys to Embracing Aging: Taking Time for YouProgram Date: March 19, 2018Keys to Embracing Aging: Taking Time for YouThe American Heart Association (2011) recommends that each person make a conscious decision to do at least one personally enjoyable thing every day. “Taking time for you” is good for a person’s mind, body and soul. Even as few as 10 minutes a day can enhance health, overall well-being and optimal aging throughout the lifespan.Leslie County presented Keys to Embrac
Author: Brittany Bowling
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Program Date: January 30, 2018Keys to Embracing Aging: Financial ManagementIt is important to know some basic financial management and planning. A financial plan, which includes short and long-term goals, will help a person see the big picture so that they can plan more easily and map out a financial future. In addition to helping a person stay on track, financial plans also make it easier to make financial decisions, such as making large purchases without adding financial stress to a budg
