Promoting Healthy Homes and Communities in Adair County

In recognition that community infrastructures have an impact on our health, Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension implemented the “Second Sunday” event. It was designed to increase our community’s awareness about the importance of physical activity and healthy living. The FCS agent collaborated with several community leaders and partners. Over 140 people of all ages including groups of friends, neighbors, and church groups participated in walking, biking, and pushing strollers on the closed section of KY 439 and Indian Drive. The distance was about 4 miles roundtrip. 95% finished the whole walk. Participants were provided with fresh fruit and water throughout the event. One participant told us, “Wish there were more events like this with safe places to walk.”

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