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Organization: |
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Southeast Arkansas Health Foundation |
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Location: |
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Monticello |
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Grant Year: |
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2006 |
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Grant Amount: |
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$16,789 |
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Project Description: |
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Fit Kids, Healthy Kids program addresses childhood obesity in the Monticello School District. |
Outcomes
- 90 physical activity classes held.
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9 nutrition education classes for children held.
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6 nutrition classes for parents held.
Lives Affected
2,434 students and parents.
Cost Effectiveness
Though this program was not specifically designed for people with diabetes, the prevention concept still applies. The $16,789 spent on the project was cost effective as it will help prevent or minimize the cost of diabetes, obesity and heart disease.
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