This program educates and motivates clients to make lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of developing diabetes and its complications. It targets minorities at high risk for developing diabetes. English and Spanish-language materials and innovative lessons address modifiable risk factors and access to health care. Trained bilingual peer educators teach the program. It is designed to improve the lives of low-income families and decrease the risk of chronic diseases through education on food safety, healthy food choices, healthy food preparation and economical shopping practices.
Volunteers help to recruit new families and assist with group teaching.
This project works to empower African-Americans to become better caretakers of their own health, thereby reducing the disproportionately high incidence of chronic disease in this population. Education with programs on health and nutrition are delivered through local faith community sites. The target population is 11-14 year olds. More than 25 percent of the Clark County population is over age 55. This four to six- month long educational program is designed to help seniors continue living independently in their own homes.