COMMUNITY NEED

In Green County, adults and seniors are facing high rates of chronic disease related illness and obesity due to a lack of physical activity and poor nutritional habits. There are increased health needs associated with an aging population, including increasing social isolation and disconnection from communities.

ENCOURAGING HEALTHY LIVING

The YMCA is radically transforming wellness offerings for a healthier, stronger community through a range of new programs and partnerships. Connecting healthcare, wellbeing and community to achieve longer, healthier, richer lives for all, these programs will help people make informed, proactive choices about their health.

PROGRAMS

• Health education
• Nutrition counseling
• Childhood & adult weight management
• Sports medicine
• Pain management
• Chronic disease care & prevention (e.g. diabetes care)
• Parkinson’s exercise class
• LIVESTRONG cancer survivorship wellness services
• Outpatient therapy and rehab
• Senior health screenings

NEW

• A special designated area with artificial turf designed to engage functional fitness athletes and personal training clients.
• Expanded partnerships with local health experts.

Public health is “the science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, public and private communities, and individuals.” 
     — As defined by the CDC