NorthEast Foundation 2018 Annual Report

CHILDREN WIN (Wellness Initiative Network)
facilitated through Healthy Cabarrus. The NorthEast
Foundation is a leader in funding initiatives directed
by Children WIN. These programs contribute to the
health and well-being of our children.
Childhood obesity has been an increasing trend
in many communities, including Cabarrus County.
In 2013, our community came together to identify
community needs and noticed an alarming trend in
our children. Health data from Carolinas HealthCare
System (CHS) NorthEast showed approximately
34% of Cabarrus County children were overweight.
As a corporate leader and community partner, CHS
NorthEast and the NorthEast Foundation are focused
on addressing health needs and supporting and
creating healthy community programs.
In 2015 the Children WIN (Wellness Initiative
Network) collaborative was formed. The work is
As a healthcare provider and nonprofit, our mission
is to Improve Health, Elevate Hope and Advance
Healing for all. We are dedicated to the health of our
community’s children and want to do all we can to
decrease their risk of developing chronic diseases
and other health issues that can have an impact on
their daily lives.
FIVE AREAS IDENTIFIED
FOR INTERVENTION
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Integrate more health/physical
education and nutrition education
throughout grades K-12
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Develop messages around the benefits
of healthy eating and being physically
active
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Implement parent, caregiver and
healthcare provider education and
other interventions in the areas of
nutrition and physical activity
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Expand greenways and increase
accessibility to parks
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At least 5 SERVINGS of fruits &
vegetables per day
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Advocate for policy-level changes to
support healthy living
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2 HOURS OR LESS of recreational
screen time
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1 HOUR of physical activity
» » 0 SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGES,
with an emphasis on water and
low-fat milk