Nicholas County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 25 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
| 2027.5) | 25 |
Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program |
| 2027.3) | 10 |
Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose) |
| 2027.2) | 25 |
Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels |
| 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 |
Success Stories
Tacos and Trivia: Family Fun and Learning
Author: Ashley Vice
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
Nicholas County is a small rural population with limited resources, and an obesity rating of 41% according to a health report from US NEWS. With the obesity rating being nearly 6% more than the National Average, the Nicholas County Extension Agent for FCS/4-H collaborated with the FRYSC director at Nicholas County Elementary to develop an evening event encouraging families to come out and learn about healthy eating habits, food safety, and nutrition in a fun question and answer format.On April 1
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