1. Healthy Habits for Teens Denise Cooney, Kevin Doan
NURS 440 / Group 2
Denise Cooney, Kevin Doan
Scott Kowalewsky,
& Brandon zolynsky

2. Healthy Habits for Teens
This organization will target the School-aged to Adolescent population and will be geared toward providing education and resources to promote healthy lifestyles and nutrition within this age group.

3. Assessment
A study done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed that 14.2% of Michigan adolescents in grades 9-12 are overweight and 11.9% are obese.
They also reported that 16.3% of children ages 2-5 are overweight and 13.3% are obese.
In % of adults in Kent County alone suffer from obesity. (County Of Kent, 2013)

4. Analysis
With statistics such as those provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and by Kent County, it is apparent that there is a need for additional education and activity for adolescents and school aged children.

5. Mission Statement
Healthy Habits for Teens will help the children in our area fight the effects and complications of obesity by making healthier food choices and increasing their physical activity.
We are advocates and role models for healthy lifestyles across a lifespan through our actions and our words.

6. Philosophy
“Good nutrition and plenty of exercise are the building blocks for strong growth, healthy development and lifelong wellbeing for children” (American Psychological Association, 2013).

7. Basis for Goals and Objectives
The children of Kent County deserve a program that includes fun activities and education to develop proper nutrition habits and increase exercise.
Through Healthy Habits for Teens, Kent County adolescents and teens will gain skills and passion that will continue to promote healthy lifestyles not only for themselves but for their families, friends and community as well.

8. Goals
Demonstrate healthy daily activities and healthy food choices to teens in Kent County. 
Increase programs for teens that improve knowledge on healthy diet and lifestyle. 
Decrease obesity in teens and adolescents.
Provide activities and education for teens and families to increase interest in healthier lifestyles.
Increase awareness of potential health risks associated with obesity and/or poor nutrition.
Educate teens and parents on eating disorders and associated risks.

9. Objectives Decrease childhood obesity in Kent County by 10%
At least 50% of teens will be able to identify a healthy lifestyle
Improve 2 community parks/playgrounds
Eliminate high sugar drinks/foods in schools
Coordinate 3 community events (walk-a-thon, health fair and after school event)
Students to have 2 hours of health instruction/activity each week in school
Monthly news letters

10. Job Responsibilities Director Dietician Supervision and management
Develop and implement policies, procedures and budgets
Present data to show performance outcomes
Dietician
Develop and present educational material
Dietary counseling sessions
Work with schools to develop healthy menu choices

11. Job Responsibilities cont.
Newsletter editor
Compose monthly newsletter
Make posters and flyers to announce activities
Create a web based news letter
Volunteers
Gather information on participants
Assist with writing newsletter articles
Help at community events

12. Job Responsibilities cont.
Activity Director
Develop programs for community activities
Work with schools to formulate plans to increase physical activity and events at the schools
School PE Instructor
Coordinate with Activity Director and school administrators the plan to integrate Healthy Habits for Teens into curriculum

13. Job Responsibilities cont.
Community Outreach Administrator
Assessment of community needs
Assess for upgrades and renovations in parks
Develop plans for nutrition education in schools
Nurses
Health assessments
Identify risk factors and develop interventions
Documentation and evaluation of interventions
All individuals need to be disciplined and highly motivated as well as have a desire to improve the health and lives of teens in the community

14. Budget $456,050 Startup budget for the first year.
$397,550 Annual Budget
Startup costs include setup such as rent, utilities, maintenance of facilities, IT, office supplies, and vehicles
Annual costs include salary of staff, legal, professional, and advertising fees.

15. Budget Continued
This budget was constructed using current competitive prices, rates and wages.
After the initial startup cost, the bulk of the annual costs consist of employee salaries.
Partnerships with local school employees, as well as volunteers will help to keeps costs down.

16. Healthy Habits for Teens will
Create an environment to increase the overall health of communities.
Promote holistic wellness, exercise, and nutrition.
Create healthy habits for teens that they will benefit from for the rest of their lives.
Allow people more control of their lives by promoting overall health and health education.

17. References
American Psychological Association. (2013). Changing diet and exercise for kids. Retrieved from
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Overweight and obesity. Retrieved from
County Of Kent (2013). Access Kent. Retrieved June 1, 2013, from