BCBS Wellness Grant Presentation Aug. 1

July 19, 2010

ORD - Valley County Health System and the University of Nebraska Extension will receive will receive $10,000 from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska to fund "Fit & Lovin' It," a program for area 5th graders.  A celebration will be held on Sunday, August 1st at 8:30 pm at the Valley County Fairgrounds. The presentation will be held after the 4-H Fashion Revue during the Valley County Fair.  The public is invited to attend. 

The grant is made possible through the 2010 BlueHealth Advantage Wellness Grant program.  The "Fit and Lovin' It" program will provide a learning opportunity for area 5th grade students to increase awareness, encourage skill enhancement and focus of attitude toward individual health.  These include those related to nutrition, physical activity, seat belt use and tobacco.

For more information, contact the University of Nebraska Extension at 308.728.5071 or VCHS at 308.728.4347.