Health Education
The Health Education Division focuses on several community health priorities. Much of the programming is driven through collaboration with individuals and local organizations. All staff actively participate with the Healthy Southern IL Delta Network, Jackson County Healthy Communities Coalition, and numerous other local action groups. Funding for area efforts comes from (state government, local tax dollars, non-governmental organizations, universities, non-profit hospitals, and other targeted grants). Health Education also is responsible for conducting a community needs assessment and county health improvement plan every 5-years. Below are the key programs that are offered:
Chronic Disease Management
Chronic Disease Self-Management and Diabetes Self-Management classes are available. These are free-to-you programs that last 6-weeks and help individuals with chronic health conditions. Contact jessicah@jchdonline.org
Community Health Improvement Plan (IPLAN)
Jackson County Health Department is responsible for conducting a county health needs assessment, and developing a health improvement plan every 5 years. Currently focusing on 1) Behavioral Health, 2) Cardiovascular Health, and 3) Access to Care. Contact mattL@jchdonline.org
Nutritional and Physical Activity
Programming focuses on breast-feeding, healthier food options, food insecurity, physical activity, and active transportation. Contact jessicah@jchdonline.org
Recycling Education
Free-to-you education for schools and programs with youth interested in learning about recycling, and its importance.
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School Health
Coordinated Approach to Children’s Health (CATCH) focuses on classroom healthy nutrition, physical activity, and mental health. Support for Local Wellness Committees is available as well at no-cost. Contact jessicah@jchdonline.org
Substance Use
Education and prevention efforts focused on reducing overdose deaths and substance abuse. Contact mattL@jchdonline.org
Tobacco Prevention
County compliance monitoring and enforcement, community education, and policy efforts. Contact christinau@jchdonline.org