Studies show this can improve health and wellness. This program is recommended by the Center for Disease Control and Arthritis Foundations worldwide.
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.
Building healthier minds, bodies and spirits through a connection with nature.
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.
Getting outside fosters a happy and healthy lifestyle and allows everyone to access the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of the great outdoors.
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.
Meet with a County Team Member to learn about services and offerings provided to the community.
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.
A lifestyle change program for individuals with pre-diabetes or at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes.
Yavapai Pride in Our Health is a program of YCCHS directed at increasing access to quality care for all individuals.
Safe Dates curriculum includes 8 lessons aimed at changing attitudes and behaviors that have been shown through research to predict dating abuse.
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.
Building healthier minds, bodies and spirits through a connection with nature.
Reducing preventable suicide deaths through suicide case reviews and data collection, and partnering with the Yavapai Suicide Prevention Coalition.
A mild, gentle exercise – perfect for beginners and those with advanced practice.
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.
We created Yavapai Healthy Schools to empower teachers, staff, parents, and students in making healthy choices.
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