In 2016 the Campbell County nutrition assistant collaborated with a group called LiveWell NKY. The group’s five-year goals focused in the areas of Jobs, Health, Education and Vibrancy. With Kentucky currently ranked 44th out of 50 states in overall health, it is critical to promote healthy behaviors.

This city of Newport collaboration generated several benefits including opportunities to promote healthy eating at multiple community events. A partnership was forged with My GED Adult Learning Center through one such event. One group has completed the Healthy Choices for Every Body series in March. The next group is scheduled to begin in October 2017.

According to data from a national reporting system, all six improved their food safety knowledge. Four out of the six participants drank more water, increased fruit and vegetable consumption and increased physical activity. These adults not only earned their GED, they also learned and incorporated healthy habits into their busy lifestyles.