Welcome to Lighten Up Lancaster County Coalition!

 

Our Mission:

Lighten Up Lancaster County Coalition is a group of concerned individuals, organizations and employers who want to increase the number of children and adults in Lancaster County who are at a healthy weight.


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What We Have Done:

Over 200 community members have joined action teams:

  • Community Action Team – Started free ongoing physical activity program America On the Move in Lancaster County
  • Education/Schools Action Team – Offer Wellness Education Summits in Fall and Spring for school administrators, nurses, cafeteria staff, PTO, PTA, School Wellness Councils, parents, non-public schools, day care centers, etc.
  • Workplace Action Team – Created a survey to assess corporate needs and a toolkit to promote healthy eating and physical activity at work sites.
  • Physician Action Team – Assisting with a new program to promote healthy eating and physical activity for families.


What We Plan To Do:

  • Community Action Team – Create a list of nutrition and physical activity resources for Lancaster County. Education and Schools Action Team Communicate the importance of healthy eating and increased activity. Educational summit planned.
  • Workplace Action Team – Continue to assist employers in promoting healthy eating and physical activity at work sites.
  • Physician Action Team – Expand programs to physician offices that promote healthy eating and physical activity for families.
  • Community Design Action Team – Improve community “walkability” to increase physical activity.

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