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Programs REACH oversees the following important public health initiatives (all programs are grant funded):
Get Fit: promotes physical fitness and good nutrition as a way to reduce the obesity crisis and lower rates of preventable diseases like heart disease and diabetes. The program includes community walking programs, public education, special events, and nutrition and fitness programs in the schools, senior lifestyle initiatives and advocacy for a healthier lifestyle.
REACH for Breast Health: promotes preventive screening and offers care navigation, education, and support services for women diagnosed with breast cancer and other cancers.
Tobacco Cessation Programs: includes a community program for tobacco cessation. There is also a program that assists pregnant women and women in the childbearing years in quitting, (as well as tobacco use prevention programming in school and community settings).
Horizon: provides education and support services for caregivers of elders. Horizon sponsors the Caregiver Lending Library of books and videos housed at the Milne Public Library in Williamstown. The program also recognizes a number of area caregivers at an annual caregiver celebration.
For more information about REACH, call 413.664.5326.
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