Northeast Regional Medical Center - Healthy Woman

Since 2006, Healthy Woman has provided free monthly health education programs for women to improve their emotional and physical well-being. Educational topics include osteoporosis, stress management and nutrition. Through community partnerships, the program has brought fun and educational events to the community, such as the nutritional rock-and-roll â€œJump with Jillâ€ show and guest speakers including abduction survivor Elizabeth Smart.

What is it?

Since 2006, Healthy Woman has provided free monthly health education programs for women to improve their emotional and physical well-being. Educational topics include osteoporosis, stress management and nutrition. Through community partnerships, the program has brought fun and educational events to the community, such as the nutritional rock-and-roll “Jump with Jill” show and guest speakers including abduction survivor Elizabeth Smart.

Who is it for?

Women and families of Northeast Missouri

Why do they do it?

The program provides resources to empower women and their families to make healthy choices.

Impact

Healthy Woman has helped hundreds of women and families in educational events, including 200 area children being trained in a national child safety program that is endorsed by the Elizabeth Smart Foundation.

Contact: Laura Gruber
Healthy Woman Coordinator
Telephone: 660-785-1153
Email: laura_gruber@chs.net

Community Partnerships

Community Connections