(Watertown, NY – April 2013) In March, Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County was recognized as a Gold Level Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Fit-Friendly Worksites Recognition program.
The Fit-Friendly Worksites program is a catalyst for positive change. Worksites throughout the nation can be part of the initiative by making the health and wellness of their employees a priority. Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County was recognized as a Gold Level Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association’s My Heart. My Life. initiative for:
- Offering employees physical activity support.
- Providing/increasing healthy eating options at the worksite.
- Promoting a wellness culture.
- Implementing at least nine criteria as outlined by the American Heart Association in the areas of physical activity, nutrition and culture.
“We are extremely honored and excited to be recognized by the American Heart Association’s My Heart. My Life. initiative as a Gold Level Fit-Friendly Worksite,” said Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County Executive Director Kevin Jordan. “Physical activity and employee wellness are very important priorities here at Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Jefferson County and we encourage all of our employees to adopt healthy habits through eating healthy, locally sourced foods, being physically active on a daily basis, encouraging staff to use our healthy options vending machine and to participate in our wellness committee who actively encourage and educate staff on healthy habits.”
For more information on the Fit-Friendly Worksites initiative, or to find out what you can do to incorporate more physical activity into your day, stop by 203 North Hamilton Street, Watertown, NY, 13601, or check out the www.ccejefferson.org.
For more information or to schedule an interview, contact Holly Boname at 315-788-8450 ext. 238.