YAVAPAI COUNTY
Community Health Education

We are dedicated to the health and well-being of our community

Yavapai County Community Health

Improving the Health of the Community!

Tai Chi for Health Instructors in Yavapai

Studies show this can improve health and wellness. This program is recommended by the Center for Disease Control and Arthritis Foundations worldwide.

Little boy being held with mountain and cliffs in background

A healthy community is one in which local groups from all parts of the community work together to prevent disease and make healthy living options accessible.

Two women hiking on trail in woods

Building healthier minds, bodies and spirits through a connection with nature.

Trekabout group with unique cliffs in background

A Healthy Community

Community Health Education is a vital piece of Public Health.  Community Health is population based and focuses on the promotion and protection of health as well the reduction of health disparities thereby improving the quality of life.

We address a variety of public health issues, such as disease prevention, nutrition, staying active, mental health, substance abuse and misuse prevention, tobacco use prevention, safety and disaster preparedness, and more. Our staff are passionate about improving the Health of the Community, serving all residents of Yavapai County. 

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Our Programs

Active Living For Adults

Enjoy being active with other adults in nature or in a class!

Active Living For Children and Families

Getting outside fosters a happy and healthy lifestyle and allows everyone to access the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of the great outdoors.

Bullying Prevention

Provide Middle School students awareness that their dignity and the dignity of others is the principle that guides our decisions and actions every day in our friendships, families, and schools.

Coffee With The County

Meet with a County Team Member to learn about services and offerings provided to the community.

Community Resources

A healthy community is one in which local groups from all parts of the community work together to prevent disease and make healthy living options accessible. Will have community physical, environmental and mental health resources on this page.

Diabetes Prevention

A lifestyle change program for individuals with pre-diabetes or at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes.

Health Equity & Yavapai Pride in Our Health

Yavapai Pride in Our Health is a program of YCCHS directed at increasing access to quality care for all individuals.

Healthy Relationships & Teen Pregnancy Prevention

Safe Dates curriculum includes 8 lessons aimed at changing attitudes and behaviors that have been shown through research to predict dating abuse.

Opioid/Prescription Drug Overdose Prevention

Decrease the rate of opioid overdose (specifically Fentanyl) in Yavapai county with education of community members on use of Naloxone, reduce stigma for those seeking treatment, promote trauma-based programs and alternative pain treatments like Tai Chi and Prescription for Nature.

Prescription For Nature

Building healthier minds, bodies and spirits through a connection with nature.

School Wellness

Helping each and every student to thrive within a healthful environment.

Suicide Prevention

Reducing preventable suicide deaths through suicide case reviews and data collection, and partnering with the Yavapai Suicide Prevention Coalition.

Tai Chi

A mild, gentle exercise – perfect for beginners and those with advanced practice.

Tobacco/Nicotine Prevention

Prevent initiation of tobacco use among youth and young adults through education programs; implement evidence-based interventions to promote quitting among youth and adults; education program for retailers to stop selling to youth under 21.

Yavapai Healthy Schools

We created Yavapai Healthy Schools to empower teachers, staff, parents, and students in making healthy choices.

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