Walking Group for Cranston Residents!
And a GREAT example of CHWs taking action to meet community needs!
Announcing, the “Winter Walk & Talk” program in Cranston! Salvatore Nacci, CHW – Older Adults, shares how it got started, “The idea originated within my team here at The OneCranston HEZ. Our Physical Health & Nutrition workgroup had been interested in starting this up and I took it on. It is meant to be a tool for physical activity with a twist of creating a community connection among neighbors and fellow Cranstonians to make friends and discuss their daily lives. It has led to other social activities among the group such as going to Market Basket for lunch or walks around Garden City during the holiday festivities.
We have been doing this for over a year now and have definitely created a bond among us. We usually walk for an hour and a half to two hours 3 days per week, If you like, come join us for a little walk and talk!” CHWARI is proud to share this news of CHWs doing exactly what they excel at – identifying a health-related need and connecting to resources. What programs can YOU create to meet the needs of YOUR community? Share them with us!
Contact Sal Nacci with questions. [email protected]