Other Resources
FirstHealth of the Carolinas - People Living Active Year-Round
People Living Active Year-Round (PLAY) was developed to teach individuals how to PLAY and learn how to stay motivated. PLAY mixes physical activities such as jumping rope, doing the Hula Hoop and playing catch with a Frisbee, along with working out with resistance bands, some simple stretching exercises and cardiovascular activities. In addition, individuals receive activity equipment used during each session to take home.
What is it?
People Living Active Year-Round (PLAY) was developed to teach individuals how to PLAY and learn how to stay motivated. PLAY mixes physical activities such as jumping rope, doing the Hula Hoop and playing catch with a Frisbee, along with working out with resistance bands, some simple stretching exercises and cardiovascular activities. In addition, individuals receive activity equipment used during each session to take home.
Who is it for?
Low-income populations.
Why do they do it?
PLAY was developed to encourage healthy, active behaviors in familiar, fun settings, rather than to view physical activity as work.
Impact
Since 2011, FirstHealth has reached 1,004 individuals, of which 69 percent live at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Forty-eight percent of post-program survey respondents reported increased days of moderate physical activity. Strategic community partnerships and convenient program host sites contribute to the program’s success.
Contact: Roxanne Elliott
Policy Director, Community Health Services
Telephone: 910-715-3487
E-mail: rmelliott@firsthealth.org
Related Resources
Case Studies
Case Studies