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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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CALLING ALL SCHOOLS!
You are invited to attend our next event in cooperation with the School District of Lancaster at Barnstormers Clipper Magazine Stadium.
Date: Friday, May 7, 2010
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Clipper Magazine Stadium
650 North Prince Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
Everyone is welcome to a FREE, fun, interactive, informational afternoon FOR ALL AGES to share ideas on nutrition and physical activity.
You may RSVP to Elise Olson by email: evolson@lancastergeneral.org, or phone at: 544-3138.
Apple Award Contest: This year we are asking you to create a short video or poster using the theme, “Eat Wise and Exercise.” Everyone who enters will receive an award. The grand prize winner will receive a trophy to share with their school.
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.
Current Statistics:
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