DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING COST EFFECTIVE CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMMING

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1 DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING COST EFFECTIVE CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY Georgia Perimeter College COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMMING 10/10/

2 Georgia Perimeter College Multi-campus Alpharetta (center) (6) Clarkston (3) Decatur (4) Dunwoody (1) Newton (5) Distance Learning/Online (2) Demographics Enrollment Age Culture ABOUT GPC 10/10/

3 GPC HEALTH WELLNESS & RECREATION Mission equip with knowledge, skills and abilities to make health lifestyle choices by providing quality programs and facilities on multiple campuses and in the community Roles Director Coordinators Specialists Other Coordinator Specialist Coordinator Specialist Director Coordinator Specialist Coordinator Specialist 10/10/

4 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS STD Testing Georgia Department of Human Resources AIDS Research Consortium of Atlanta HIV Testing Dekalb County Board of Health AID Gwinnett HIV Peer Advocate Certification 10/10/

5 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Health Fairs School Resources Nursing Department Dental Hygiene Community Resources Local health professionals Health food stores Basic Health Screenings Referrals for serious conditions 10/10/

6 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Kidz Mardi Gras (Youth) Focus: Childhood Obesity Open to community Local Businesses/Vendors Interactive games, dance teams, karate, etc. Local Health Care Professionals FREE Educational Materials and Information Kaiser Permanente Non-profit organizations American Diabetes Association C.H.O.I.C.E.S (Center Helping Obesity in Children End Successfully) 10/10/

7 HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS Fitness Day (Adults) Focus: Healthier Lifestyle Open to community Local Vendors/Businesses Local clinics and healthcare professionals FREE Educational Materials and Information Kaiser Permanente Private Contractors LA Fitness Non-profit organizations American Diabetes Association 10/10/

8 COST EFFECTIVE COLLABORATIONS Economic Benefits for students and community Services are free! Part of student activity funds (SAF) No membership fees Lower or reduced cost for community-based on vendor negotiations (i.e. chiropractic, vision, etc.) Health Benefits Preventative Wellness Fewer dollars spent on medication, co-pays, doctor s office visits, etc. Healthier students are less likely to miss class Healthier in the community Good integration between GPC & the community 10/10/

9 COST EFFECTIVE COLLABORATIONS CONTINUED Community Organizations Increase Business Local health-related business gains exposure and increase business May offer future discounts on services for future visits; exclusive deals 10/10/

10 WORKING WITH NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO IMPROVE CAMPUS & COMMUNITY HEALTH Free educational materials and information Benefit for vendors / speakers Benefit of promoting healthier lifestyles Win-Win situation 10/10/

11 BENEFITS OF CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY BASED HEALTH AND WELLNESS VISION Reduces School/Campus isolation Can t we all just get along Shared space for recreational programs Common services provided Health screenings Convenience Location Pricing 10/10/

12 CHALLENGES THAT THREATEN SUCCESS Students are the priority Student Activity Fees Limited in services Expertise No Student Health Center Space, Budget Can t Satisfy everybody Day vs Night Timing 10/10/

13 CONCLUSION Cost Effective / Economic Benefit to campus and community Benefits of Developing Campus & Community-based vision for Health & Wellness Working with non-profit organizations to improve campus and community health Challenges that threaten success and how to overcome them 10/10/

14 LOCAL BUSINESSES/VENDORS, NON- PROFIT, & GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS Non-profit American Diabetes Association C.H.O.I.C.E.S (Center Helping Obesity In Children End Successfully) Young Survivor Coalition (YSC) Young Adult Cancer Survivors Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance American Cancer Society American Red Cross Future Shock Atlanta Dance Troupe (Youth)/Culture Shock Atlanta Dance Troupe (Adults) Local Businesses/Vendors Kaiser Permanente Healthcare Professionals Dekalb County Board of Health LA Fitness Smoothie King/Carib Pops Government Associations Center for Disease Control (CDC) 10/10/

15 COLLEGE DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS/GROUPS Student Organizations Student Life SGA (Student Government Association) JAG (Jaguar Activity Group) Departments Nursing Counseling Student Services Disability Services Physical Education Department Athletics 10/10/

16 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 10/10/

17 CONTACT INFORMATION Brandi Meriwether, MPH Health & Wellness Coordinator Georgia Perimeter College Dunwoody Campus 2101 Womack Road Dunwoody, GA (770) Bronwyn Stallcup Health & Wellness Coordinator Georgia Perimeter College Decatur Campus 3251 Panthersville Road Decatur, GA (678) /10/