Health Education and Promotion

Every day, the Community Health Education Program is finding new ways to engage and serve the community. These efforts of are guided by the belief that our entire county benefits when people are healthy.

The following are some of our ongoing health initiatives:

• Community and worksite wellness
• Congregational partners health education
• Assessment of community health status
• Client and community needs assessments
• Community outreach and coalition building
• Community mobilization and organization

Staff is available to provide and support health and wellness education in communities stretching across the county. Our program creates partnerships with community members through a wide variety of health and wellness programs, health talks, and chronic disease management services. We work with community groups and organizations throughout the county to bring health education programs to all surrounding neighborhoods.

The Community Health Program provides health initiatives, education, and resources, including:

• Health assessments
• Screenings and education classes
• Health coaching
• Community resources and referrals

We also support the Wakulla County Tobacco-Free Partnership which promotes tobacco free environments through education, advocacy, and resources for quitting smoking.

Our health educators are committed to strengthening our community and making a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors and the communities we serve.

Presentations can be scheduled at group meetings, health fairs, and school functions in Wakulla County. Educators can assist students looking for health related information.

To request any of these services or more information please call 850-926-0400 or FAX 850-926-1938.

Please make requests for event attendance at least 3 to 4 weeks in advance of your event.