Perry County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2017 - Jun 30, 2018





2011 - Keys to Embracing Aging
2011.1) 147

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) 111

Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills

2011.3) 96

Number of participants who demonstrate healthy lifestyles and behaviors 



Success Stories

Keys to Embracing Aging Physical Activity Program

Author: Glenna Wooten

Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging

Keys to Embracing Aging Physical Activity Program Success StoryNutritious foods help maintain a healthy body and protect against various illnesses, disorders and chronic diseases (USDA, 2011), such as heart disease, stroke, dementia, type 2 diabetes, bone loss, cancer, and anemia (NIH, 2008).   Diet and nutrition can also help reduce high blood pressure, lower cholesterol, handle arthritis, maintain healthy skin, hair and nails, and manage diabetes (NIH, 2008). The good news about nutrition

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