Rockcastle County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





2027 - Active Living and Health Promotions General
2027.1) 24

Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices

2027.5) 6

Number of individuals who attended a fall prevention program

2027.3) 16

Number of program participants who improved one or more health indicator (cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, blood glucose)

2027.2) 18

Number of program participants who demonstrated an increase in physical activity levels

2027.4) 16

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

Holiday Cooking School teaches Healthy Food Concepts

Author: Hazel Jackson

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

According to the American Heart Association, the average American eats a large amount of excess sodium. On average, Americans eat more than 3,400 milligrams of sodium each day.  This is much more than the recommended amount of 2,300 milligrams each day. In an effort to educate participants, the Wilderness Trail Area FCS agents centered this year’s 25th Area Holiday Cooking School around using spices and herbs to create flavorful meals. The use of spices and herbs allows for reduc

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Jabez Quilt Seminar fosters social interactive and wellness for attendees

Author: Hazel Jackson

Major Program: Active Living and Health Promotions General

Individual quilters have always viewed quilting as a productive use of their time.  As researchers in public health, sociology, and psychology study the positive effects of quilting on those with a passion for quilting, we more fully understand that participants identify that it is important to their wellbeing. “Quilting is challenging, demanded concentration and participants maintained and learned new skills. Participants experience ‘flow’ while quilting.  A strong s

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