Healthy People
Healthy people of all ages are the foundation of a thriving community. Programs encourage everyone and especially those at risk to make healthy lifestyle choices for themselves or those entrusted to their care. They help people live with lifelong illness. Information and motivation is provided to avoid preventable health problems.
1999 United Way Service Statistics
- Filled emergency prescriptions for 2,309 people
- Trained 38,371 people in CPR and First Aid
- Supported 809 women recovering from Breast Cancer
- Helped 119 people quit smoking
1999 Funding by Outcome Area
If $523,000 is available for Healthy People, United Way will support&
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Health education/awareness/advocacy |
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American Cancer Society |
$60,000 |
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American Red Cross |
$338,436 |
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Epilepsy Foundation |
$8,000 |
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Hemophilia Foundation |
$12,500 |
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United Health Services |
$54,000 |
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Emergency prescription assistance |
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United Health Services |
$50,000 |