Success StoryEmbracing Aging



Embracing Aging

Author: Denise Wooley

Planning Unit: Graves County CES

Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging

Plan of Work: Acquiring Life Skills

Outcome: Initial Outcome

 People are living longer. Kentucky’s current population of seniors (65+) is 13.3%, and in McCracken County's it is 19.4% a number that is expected to double in the next 40 years. Whether it is the graying of America or extended life expectancies, aging is a lifespan process. Therefore, it is important to acknowledge and celebrate the changes that accompany aging, in regard to health, independence and life quality throughout all stages of life. 

The Family and Consumer Sciences program "Keys to Embracing Aging" was offered two locations in the county and had over 35 participants. The lessons focused around having a  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. After the sessions were completed the participants reported the following areas of improvement.

73% Focused on having a positive attitude

70% Took at least 10 minutes for myself everyday

62% Knew their health numbers








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