ACYI’s Community Health program area focuses on improving physical activity, nutrition and other health related outcomes for Adams County children and families by implementing evidence based programs and aligning with community coalitions working toward similar goals. In Adams County, 19% of children are overweight, compared to 14.5% of children statewide and children in Adams County are less likely (78%) than children statewide (88%) to have any kind of health care coverage. ACYI Community Health activities are aimed at improving child health outcomes in the areas of access to health care and bolstering the community’s understanding of the importance of health and wellness.
“Working together with families and youth to build a better tomorrow”