2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.1)
45
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical
activity practices
2027.5)
0
Number of individuals who attended a fall
prevention program
2027.3)
45
Number of program participants who improved one or more health
indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose)
2027.2)
45
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
Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General
According to the 2021 County Health Rankings for Kentucky, 41% of Owen County adults reported no or limited physical activity. This percentage of physical inactivity brought the idea to promote physical activity through offering a health challenge in the summer of 2022. The 2022 Owen County Summer Steps Challenge, county-wide, was offered through the collaboration of the Owen County Cooperative Extension Service and the Three Rivers District Health Department. This five w