Eat Smart Move More SC
Richland
The FUN BUS mission is to enhance learning and enrich the lives of young boys and girls, 18 months to 7 years old, by providing a safe and FUN environment where they can build self-esteem, improve attentiveness, awareness and gross motor skills through physical fitness and social interaction.
Our climate controlled and specially designed FUN BUS makes its stops at Daycare Centers, Churches, Schools, Homes, Recreational Facilities and anywhere there are Families with children seeking structured Fitness and FUN. It Never moves with children on board!
We serve Lexington, Richland and Kershaw counties, bringing Fitness and FUN to Enrichment and After School Programs, Camps, Birthday Parties, Corporate Functions and Special Events. Rain or Shine!
(866) 973-4FUN (4386) · (803) 781-0060
The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a comprehensive older adult fitness program that addresses the needs of the Medicare (65+) population. SilverSneakers members receive a free basic membership to participating fitness centers andYMCA’s along with the opportunity to participate in SilverSneakers group exercise classes.
SilverSneakersoffers an innovative blend of physical activity, healthy lifestyle and socially oriented programming that allows older adults to take greater control of their health. SilverSneakers members receive:
- A free fitness center membership at a nearby participating location with access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, pool, sauna and other available amenities
- Access to any participating fitness center throughout the U.S. while traveling
- Customized SilverSneakers classes designed exclusively for older adults who want to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and endurance
- Health education seminars and other events that promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
- A specially trained Senior Advisorat the fitness center to introduce you to SilverSneakers andacquaint you with their site
The award-winning* SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a proven, results-oriented program that enables older adults, often burdened with chronic conditions, to take charge of their health and maintain an active, independent lifestyle.
*The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is a winner of the 2004 HAN Award from the Healthcare and Aging Network of the American Society on Aging.
Healthy Palmetto is a collaboration among Palmetto Health and community partners to encourage healthy weight, good nutrition, and physical activity. Healthy Palmetto provides several programs to Richland, Lexington, Fairfield, Pickens counties, and surrounding areas residents.
- The Healthy Palmetto Walking Club is a free incentive-based walking program that provides pedometer and incentives for reaching goals.
- The “Fit.Together” is a program that offers health education classes focusing on diabetes, good nutrition and physical activity for fifth-grade students.
- Healthy Palmetto is WE CAN! (Ways to Enhance Children’s Activities & Nutrition) site that teaches parents how to help their families live a healthier lifestyle through better nutrition and physical activity.
- Healthy Campus is a program that offers health education classes focusing on diabetes, nutrition, high blood pressure, and physical activity for college freshmen at participating schools
The Health Palmetto Website provides information on good nutrition, physical activity, and upcoming events.
Diabetes 101
The SC DHEC Diabetes 101 presentation as designed to create a uniformed diabetes awareness education tool to be used in the community. It is a 1.5 to 2 hour community presentation, designed to target the general adult population, which includes:
- People with Type 2 diabetes
- People at risk for diabetes
- Caretakers of people with diabetes
- People who want to gain information on diabetes
Information included in the presentation is based on the American Diabetes Association (ADA) clinical recommendations and the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) 7 Self- Care Professional Resource. Participants with Type 2 diabetes are encouraged to attend Diabetes Self Management Education (DSME) programs for information and assistance with self-management skills.
For more information contact:
Barbara Wright Downs
SC DHEC/DPCP
1800 St. Julian Place
Columbia SC 29204
803-545-4475
Healthy Carolina is a campus-wide health initiative at the University of South Carolina that guides the planning and implementation of programs, interventions and policies that support a healthy campus environment to live, learn, work, and play. Healthy Carolina’s mission is to create a campus environment that encourages and promotes the development and maintenance of a healthy body, mind, and spirit through the collaborative development, promotion and assessment of a wide-ranging array of wellness programs and services for all students, faculty and staff at the University.
The following Healthy Carolina initiatives are only open to University faculty, staff, and students:
- Fitness Buddies is an online networking tool designed to put University students, faculty and staff in touch with others sharing similar fitness goals and athletic interests for encouragement and companionship when engaging in physical activity. Fitness Buddies is designed to make it easier for students, faculty and staff to find workout partners and get involved in physical activity offerings on campus and in the larger Columbia community.
- The Lactation Support Program is funded by Eat Smart Move More South Carolina to establish lactation support and management services at the university. The program includes: Breastfeeding classes with a certified Lactation Consultant, Lunch N’ Learns regarding pumping and proper nutrition, resources to facilitate pumping after returning to work, a peer mentoring program, and lactation policy development
- The Healthy Carolina Wellness Community is a residential housing community designed to promote the academic success and personal development of students, by: providing motivated, health-conscious students the opportunity to live in a community designed to enhance personal and collective wellness, fostering the concepts of wellness and facilitating wellness being made a priority in the lives of the students residing within, increasing faculty-student interaction, and providing active learning experiences.
- Campus Wellness includes two offices; one specifically serving students and the other serving faculty and staff. Campus Wellness offers a wide range of programs and services to assist members of our community with making healthy choices and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
The following Healthy Carolina initiatives are open to the entire Columbia community:
- The Healthy Campus Clearinghouses are devoted to the collection and dissemination of information relevant to healthy campus initiatives, health promotion activities, tobacco policies and smoking cessation programmatic initiatives on college campuses, lactation support programs, and health center administration. These clearinghouses were established to provide institutions of higher education with resources and networking opportunities to aid in the development successful programs and policies for the benefit of their students, faculty, and staff.
- The Farmers Market is located on campus and is great place to find produce, meats, cheeses, and novelties from local vendors.
- The Healthy Carolina Task Force provides campus leadership in the study and promotion of Healthy Carolina 2010 goals and objectives at the University of South Carolina Columbia campus. The Healthy Carolina Task Force consists of faculty, staff and student representatives from across campus, as well as members of the community with an interest in collaborating to improve health on and off campus.
For more information on these programs and initiatives please contact Holly Harring, Coordinator of Healthy Carolina at (803) 777-0597 or visit the Healthy Carolina website
Healthy Carolina Farmers Market
The Healthy Carolina Farmers Market is open to the entire Columbia Community. It is a convenient way for USC students, faculty and staff to shop for fresh, healthy, locally grown products. Members of the community, especially those working downtown are encouraged to stop by and do their shopping for produce, meats, cheeses, and novelties from local vendors. The Healthy Carolina Farmers Market is co-sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture and University of South Carolina Student Government.
The Market is held bimonthly and the 2nd and 4thTuesdays of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of the Russell House between the gates of Green Steet on the University of South Carolina Campus.
Click Here for the list of Healthy Carolina Farmers Market Vendors.
Click Here for directions to the Russell House and the Farmers Market.
For more information please contact Holly Harring, Coordinator of Healthy Carolina at (803) 777-0597 or visit the Healthy Carolina website
Dedicated Individually to Valiantly Assist
DIVA, Incorporated in dedicated to the self empowerment of girls and young women of the Midlands.
We install confidence and celebrate the talents, diversity and strength of the girls and women in our community. DIVA works in the community to help overcome the barriers of race, class, and educational levels, and the stigma of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse.
We provide support to assist girls and young women in making informed decisions and positive choices. We enable girls and women with the tools to build a foundation for success through academic achievement, social, cultural and professional development.
DIVA Goals:
- Promote academic success
- Delay adolescent sexual activity
- Promote healthy lifestyles
- Enhance future employbility
- Build strong community alliances
- Provide a positive support network for guidance and mentorship
Program:
- Summer Camp
- Spring Break and Winter Camps
- Self Development Workshops
- Entry Level Computer Classes
- Field Trips
Upcoming market dates for late spring and summer 2009 are:
April 14
May 12, 26
June 9, 23
July 14, 28
August 11, 25
The market is held bimonthly on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 10a.m. to 2p.m. in front of the Russell House between the gates of Greene Street on the University of South Carolina’s campus.
Visit Healthy Carolina Farmers Market's Website.
Summer 2009 Farmer’s Market at Riverbanks Botanical Garden
Times: Wednesdays, 2 – 7 pm
April 15 – September 30, 2009
Location: Riverbanks Botanical Garden Parking Lot
1300 Botanical Parkway, off Hwy 378 in West Columbia
Residents of the Midlands can now shop for locally grown, organic produce and homemade goods at South Carolina’s newest Farmers Market. There is no admission required for those visiting the Farmers Market, which will be located in the Botanical Garden parking lot.
Visit Farmer's Market at Riverbanks Botanical Gardens's Website.
Summer 2009 Farmer’s Market at Riverbanks Botanical Garden
Times: Wednesdays, 2 – 7 pm
April 15, 2009 – September 30, 2009
Location: Riverbanks Botanical Garden Parking Lot
1300 Botanical Parkway, off Hwy 378 in West Columbia
Residents of the Midlands can now shop for locally grown, organic produce and homemade goods at South Carolina’s newest Farmers Market. There is no admission required for those visiting the Farmers Market, which will be located in the Botanical Garden parking lot.
Visit Farmer's Market at Riverbanks Botanical Gardens's Website.
Every Saturday • 8:30 am – noon
St. Mark Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles Street
Support the Seeds of Hope Farmer’s Market at St. Mark Methodist Church. Each Saturday Carrie, a South Carolina farmer from Kingstree, will bring fresh produce to the church. The Farmer’s Market will open May 30 and continue throughout the summer until the end of the growing season.
Visit Seeds of Hope Farmer's Market's Website.
Upcoming market dates for Fall 2009 are:
September 15th
September 29th
October 13th
November 10th
The market is held bimonthly on the 2nd and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 10a.m. to 2p.m. in front of the Russell House between the gates of Greene Street on the University of South Carolina’s campus.
Visit Healthy Carolina Farmers Market's Website.
Good nutrition, exercise and oral health care are all important in raising a healthy child. The month of February is “Take Heart and Smile” month at EdVenture Children’s Museum. Throughout the month, enjoy special programs that teach kids the importance of having a healthy mouth and a healthy body. Special events include:
• Meet Flo and Mo (EdVenture’s automated health educators) and learn about taking care of your teeth (every Saturday in February)
• Dental Health Fair featuring games, using math, art, reading and science to learn more about keeping your mouth healthy, including a visit from the “Smiles for a Lifetime” puppets and “The Tooth Fairy”
(Feb. 20)
• Presentation of the EdVenture Theater’s production of “Oklahoma Smith and the Pyramid of Food”
(February 27)
For more information on this month’s activities, please call 803.400.1133.
Visit "Take Heart and Smile" at EdVenture Children's Museum's Website.
GoodBodies is a weight management program for children and teens that focuses on lifestyle changes. The goal is to educate and encourage daily physical activity and healthy eating practice in participants. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in their child or teen’s participation to achieve maximum benefits.
The GoodBodies program has been providing weight management services to children, teens, and their families in the greater Columbia area for over ten years.
Visit USC-GoodBodies's Website.