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Faithfully Fit

Does your church, synagogue, temple, mosque or other faith-based group need to eat healthier foods and exercise more?  Let us help you start at Wellness Committee at your place of worship.  PCA staff will be glad to meet with you and fellow members to determine what sort of program best fits the needs of your congregation.  If you already have a program in place and are planning or would like to plan a health fair, please contact us.  We’ll be happy to come out and perform free height/weight/BMI screenings.   List of current Faithfully Fit Partners

 

Healthy Heroes

Childhood Obesity is a growing problem in South Carolina.  Teaching our children healthy lifestyle habits at a young age is crucial in improving our children’s health and preventing them from becoming obese adults.

PCA wants to motivate elementary school-aged children to eat healthier diets and exercise more.  Through our Healthy Heroes program, PCA will provide education and incentives to encourage healthy habits in children aged 6-12.

If you are a school principle or school nurse, please take our Healthy Heros survey

 

“Get Caught Red Banded”

Kids earn a red wristband for completing nutritional lessons at school and at least 20 hours of approved physical activity in a month.  Kids will be provided with “Passports” to be signed by teachers and parents verifying participation.

Healthy Heroes is also planning additional programs in more schools across the state, so check back frequently for updates.

 

If you are interested in a program at your school, please contact us!

 

Community Action

In order to promote obesity awareness and education across the state, PCA staff members travel to festivals, health fairs, community health centers and other venues.  We provide free height, weight and BMI screenings and distribute educational information regarding obesity, nutrition and physical activity.

 

If you would like for PCA to visit a group in your area, please contact us!

 

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Palmetto Center for Advocacy, Inc.
PO BOX 11319
Columbia, SC 29211

803.931.8303 phone
886-931-8308 toll free
803.931.8309 fax
www.palmettoadvocacy.org

 

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