Outreach workers promote education, identify needs, make referrals for service, and provide follow-up and other preventive programs. After-School programs are held at several community locations . An extensive array of brochures, videotapes and other public health educational material is available to individuals, civic groups, youth clubs, churches, schools and other community organizations.
Guest speakers are available to discuss local public health concerns.
The Nutrition and Wellness staff provide resources to improve the quality of life through positive lifestyle and behavior changes enacted through screening, assessment and educational activities. It includes dietary intake assessment, lipid profile, blood glucose, blood pressure screening, height, weight, and body fat analysis. A registered dietitian leads the Partners in Prevention team in providing the assessment and follow-up nutrition and physical activity counseling. The Preschool Nutrition Education Program provides a fun and creative way to teach good nutrition to children 2-5 years of age in Washington County day care centers. The Seniors in Motion Program provides an opportunity for physical activity and an atmosphere for learning about important health topics concerning the senior population.