Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan Go Red for Women Patch and Troop Educational Opportunities

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1 2016 Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan Go Red for Women Patch and Troop Educational Opportunities Kristian Hurley, Regional Director, Multicultural Initiatives American Heart Association SE Michigan (248)

2 Girl Scout Patch Introduction and Overview The American Heart Association SE Michigan is working to inspire a new generation of young women who are strong in both mind and body. Together with the Girl Scouts of we have developed this Girl Scout Patch initiative to encourage young girls to learn how they can prevent the future development of heart disease and stroke. About one of three American kids and teens are overweight or obese nearly triple the rate in The American Heart Association provides tools and resources to encourage kids and families to eat healthy and engage in physical activity. Through this Patch program girls will have the opportunity to learn more about healthy eating habits, how to prepare healthy snacks, and how to determine their own family history and risk factors for heart disease. The activities and toolkits that we provide will arm girls with the tools they need to grow into healthy, strong, and aware young women. Knowledge is POWER! Let s set our girls on the right track. Here are a few highlights of what Girl Scouts will be learning to earn their Go Red for Women Patch: Nutrition and Cooking Skills How to find out their risk and understand more about their family medical history Learn Hands-Only CPR The Go Red for Women and Girls Patch is FREE for all Girl Scouts who complete the requirements and submit the completed forms below. Patch s will be distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis and we do have limited quantities. Completed forms should be turned into your local council shop locations: Clinton Twp. Service Center / Council Shop Garfield, Clinton Township, MI Port Huron Service Center / Council Shop, 2186 Water Street, Port Huron, MI Detroit Service Center / Council Shop, 3011 W. Grand Blvd., 500 Fisher Bldg., Detroit, MI White Lake Service Center / Council Shop, 8545 Highland Road, White Lake, MI Flint Service Center / Council Shop Plaza One Building, 111 E. Court Street, Suite D, Flint, Michigan

3 Girl Scouts of Go Red for Women Patch Application and Troop Registration Girl Scout Troop Number: Number of Scouts in Troop: Troop Leader Name: Phone: Address: City: State: Zip: Completed Activities for Patch (Must have signature of Parent or Troop Leader to Confirm Girl Scout has completed required activities): Must Complete Simple Cooking w/ Heart Requirements and a minimum of (2) additional areas: Simple Cooking with Heart for Kids Individual Activities (Required) (Page 4) Troop Leader / Parent Signature Life Simple 7 for Kids Individual Activities (Page 5) Wear Red Day (Page 6) Family History Activity (Page 7) Hands-Only CPR (Page 8) Please bring completed forms to your local Council Shop by Friday, June 29 th, You ll receive your patches upon submission. For maps and hours visit: 2

4 Simple Cooking with Heart Kids Cooking at home can benefit your health and your budget. The American Heart Association offers dozens of recipes and resources to make cooking at home less daunting. Our recipes and resources to make cooking at home less daunting. Our recipes are simple, nutritious and budget friendly, with easy to follow preparation videos. Step I: Troop leaders must complete both of the following to complete Step (I): Share with the girls in your troop the importance of the Healthy Eating Recommendations included in the Simple Cooking with Heart for Kids Toolkit during a troop meeting. Utilize the Food and Beverage Recommendations from the Girl Scouts of for all Girl Scout Troop Meetings. Step II: Girl Scouts Must Complete a minimum of (2) of the following task to complete Step (II). Complete (1) of the no-cook recipes included in the toolkit at home or at your troop meeting. Attend the American Heart Association and Girl Scouts of SE Michigan Heart Strong Workshop in Complete requirements for your Girl Scouts Snacking and/or My Best Self Badge. Resources Needed Simple Cooking with Heart for Kids Toolkit (Available for download online at ( Food and Beverage Guidelines (Available for download online at Girl Scouts Brownie Snacking Patch Requirements (Available from GSSEMI or Girl Scouts Brownie My Best Self Patch Requirements (Available from GSSEMI or 3

5 Life Simple 7 for Kids Everyone wants to live a long and healthy life. To do that, it s important to do the things that make you less likely to develop diseases and to know how to get better if you get sick. Keeping your heart healthy is one of the most important ways to make sure you are feeling your very best. As a young person, if you start doing small things every day that keep your body healthy, you have a better chance of living a longer, happier and healthier life. Step I: Discuss the Life Simple 7 for Kids toolkit tips and recommendations for kids during a troop meeting. Step II: Girl Scouts Must Complete a minimum of (2) of the following: Physical Activity Log (must log a minimum of (3) days) Food Diary (Must log a minimum of (1) day) Get your Personal Heart Score by filling out survey in toolkit and having your parents help you get your score online at Resources Needed Life Simple 7 for Kids Toolkit (available for download online) 4

6 Wear Red Day Girls can organize an educational and fun Wear Red event using the online Wear Red Day kit that includes posters, ideas and tips to host a successful event. These events could be as small or as large and involved as desired. Street signs for rallies are available as well. NOTE: You and/or your Troop can Go Red at any time of year, you have until June 29 th to fulfil this requirement for Must Complete BOTH of the following to complete this activity: Have your entire Troop wear red to show your support for saving women's and girls lives. You can also organize a group of 4-5 friends to wear red to show your support. Have your troop leader post a photo of your entire troop wearing red and/or Share a photo of your healthy snacks (which adhere to the NEW food and beverage recommendations from GSSEM) during a troop meeting and post it to twitter and/or Instagram using hashtag #DetroitGirlScoutsGoRed NOTE: Girls under the age of 13 must have parental consent and follow Girl Scouts online/social media guidelines. (Volunteer essentials; Part 3 Safety) Resources Needed Go Red educational resources and giveaways can be found online at: Also find resources and information online at: 5

7 Family History Activity Girl Scouts can conduct interviews with family members to learn about family risk factors, filling in the Family History Tree document provided by the American Heart Association. Learning about the risk and health factors that exist within their families will provide scouts with the opportunity to learn about how diversity, choices and family history affect their health. Complete this opportunity in (2) steps: Step I: Download the Family History Tree Form online at Step II: Each individual Girl Scout must complete the family history tree with help from their family members. Resources Needed Family History Tree Handout (Available online at ) 6

8 Hands-Only CPR Complete your CPR requirement in (1) of (2) ways: (1) Watch the American Heart Association s Hands-Only CPR Training Video online at a troop meeting in 60 seconds. Please Submit roster of names who viewed video to kristian.hurley@heart.org (sample roster can be found online at (2) Or Watch the Hands-Only CPR Training Video (30 Minutes) and Practice using the training doll in the Hands-Only CPR Kit. Kits are available to order from the American Heart Association. Call your rep at (248) to purchase a Hands-Only CPR Kit. Resources Needed Be the Beat: 60-Second Hands-Only CPR Video: Hands-Only CPR Anytime Kit (available for purchase $35 per kit) available by contacting your American Heart Association Staff Contact Laura Elsenety by phone (248) or via at laura.elsenety@heart.org. Sample CPR Roster online at 7

9 (OPTIONAL) HANDS-ONLY CPR KIT ORDER FORM ($35 Per Kit) Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Daytime Phone: Address: Check Enclosed: YES NO Credit Card Information: MC Visa Discover AmEx Card Number: Exp. Date: Security Code: Name as it appears on credit card: Item: Hands-Only CPR Kit Quantity: Amount Authorized: $ Please place this form in an envelope and mail to: Multicultural Initiatives Attn: Laura Elsenety (27777 Franklin Rd., Suite 1150, Southfield, MI 48034) 8

10 The Girl Scouts of has developed food and beverage recommendations for troop meetings in partnership with the American Heart Association of in order to ensure healthy options for our girls and families. NEW Food and Beverage Recommendations Improve quality of food options for Girl Scouts of Troop Meetings. At least 50% of foods offered should meet these standards per label serving: Water (plain, sparkling and flavored) no more than 10 calories per serving Fat-free (skim) or low-fat (1%) milk or milk alternatives (soy, almond, etc.) if flavored, no more than 130 calories/8 fl. oz. 100% fruit juice with no added sugar/sweeteners (except non-nutritive sweeteners) and: - No more than 120 calories per 8 fl. oz. (preferred serving size) - No more than 150 calories per 10 fl. oz. - No more than 180 calories per 12 fl. oz. Other beverages no more than 10 calories per serving Standards for snack foods (other than plain nuts and nut/fruit mixes): No more than 200 calories No more than 240 mg sodium (preferably no more than 140 mg) No more than 1 g saturated fat No more than 0 g trans fat and no products containing partially hydrogenated oils Standards for plain nuts and nut/fruit mixes: Acceptable nuts are almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, pistachios and walnuts Mixes are nuts and fruit only; no chocolate or candy Serving size is no more than 1.5 oz No more than 140 mg sodium per serving (preferably lower; choose products with lowest amount) Improve the overall food and beverage environment to make healthier choices the easy option by practicing all of the following: If snacks are offered in common areas and in meetings, offer fruit and vegetables. If offering packaged snacks, check the Nutrition Facts and choose items consistent with the guidance and nutrition standards listed above. Serve fruit instead of traditional desserts. Serve water as the default beverage. Beverages provided should meet the beverage standards listed above. Do not offer regular soft drinks or pre-sweetened tea. Discourage high-calorie/high-sugar foods such as donuts, cakes, cookies, pies, and candy. If these foods are offered: o Serve small portions. o Limit the amount of time they are available (Recommended to limit to two hours). o Limit how frequently they are offered (suggestion is no more than once a month). o Always offer a healthy alternative such as fruit. 9