Local

Health & Wellness Checklist (also in Spanish or Vietnamese) Does your school help every student attain the skills, knowledge and attitude necessary for them to lead healthy, active, productive lives that lead to academic success?  This checklist provides parents and community members a tool to answer that question. 

Community Comparisons and Common Language (PDF) A study to compare what other communities are doing to improve physical activity and healthy eating, and how Wichitans perceive the issues in their own lives. A report for the Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita.  Prepared by: Vera Bothner and Tami Bradley, Bothner and Bradley, Inc. Ronald C. Whiting, RC Whiting Consulting. March 2, 2005.  Additional information (PDF)

Sedgwick County Zoo  A great place to get a membership and walk!  SCZ features a walking club for members called "Making Tracks."  To learn more about this program, contact the membership office.  

Wichita Bike Paths Go to the City of Wichita’s Bike Trails’ link to find bike trail maps, descriptions and local attractions you can bike to.

Wichita Parks Check out all of the recreational facilities and activities provided through the City of Wichita’s Park and Recreation Department.  You will find class schedules, maps and more!

Run Wichita Calendar Run Wichita’s calendar of events provides a list of runs in the Wichita area.  Find out what runs are coming up this weekend or next month.

Wichita Parks with Pools Need to find a city park with a pool?  Visit this page to see pictures of local pools and locations.

Golf Wichita Welcome to Golf Wichita, the official website for the City of Wichita's five municipal golf courses!  We are now able to offer the ability to register a tee time online for all five of our courses. If you would like to see the courses we have to offer then be sure to check out course information and photos.

OZ Bicycle Club  The OZ Bicycle Club of Wichita, Kansas is one of the oldest and largest cycling clubs in the midwest.  Visit this site for a calendar of events and how to join the fun.

CPAA  The CPAA offers a variety of activity classes and fitness testing (including bone density assessment) for older adults in the community. These services assist seniors in maintaining a high quality of life. Furthermore, the CPAA members serve as "living laboratory" that allow for investigation of the relationship between physical activity and aging.

Sedgwick County Department on Aging  Sedgwick County, Kansas Department on Aging - Community Services.  List of services provided locally for our Seniors.

Sedgwick County Health Department Wellness Program Sedgwick County’s wellness program and other health education tools.

Health Calculators Provided by Sedgwick County (BMI calculators, cost of smoking calculator, and longevity calculator)

Farmers' Market

Community Gardens (PDF)

Produce Chart (PDF)

State Level

Summer Meals (PDF) Kansas Summer Food Service Program

KAHPERD Kansas Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance

Health Speaks

Bike Across Kansas  Bike Across Kansas is a recreational bicycle tour that crosses the state of Kansas within the space of eight days. Participants enjoy the challenge, camaraderie, and adventure of pedaling from Colorado to Missouri under their own power. It is a unique way to discover the history and quiet beauty of the Great Plains region. Cyclists experience the friendly hospitality of the many small communities along the way.

Healthy Kansas, Dine Out! Initiative that supports B.O.B (Best of the Best) for restaurants that support Tobacco Free Dining, Healthy options, and passing of annual restaurant inspection.

KS Recreation Finder Searchable Database for Outdoor Recreation in Kansas. Allows users to search a database of over 450 trails, 3,500 parks and 12,500 recreation amenities across the state for places to participate in their favorite outdoor recreation activities.

National Level

Active Living

NCOA Founded in 1950, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) is dedicated to improving the health and independence of older persons and increasing their continuing contributions to communities, society, and future generations. NCOA is a 501(c)3 organization located in Washington, DC.

American Society on Aging The American Society on Aging has created strategies and materials to enhance the capacity of national, state and local organizations in serving the health promotion and disease prevention needs of older adults. Funded through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these strategies and materials are designed to increase understanding of the changing health and social service needs of an aging and more diverse population.

Small Step

HealthierUs

Nutrition.gov

Healthy Schools Product Calculator Healthy food calculators from AHA.

Healthy Schools Physical Activity USDA

MyPyramid   The MyPyramid Plan on this web site can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you. Learn how to make smart choices from every food group, find your balance between food and physical activity, and get the most nutrition out of your calories.

Food Fit

American Dietetic Association

SNAP (PDF) Senior Nutrition and Activity Program (SNAP) provides helpful tips on how Seniors can stay active and healthy.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention

Walk to School Day

Action for Healthy Kids

Eat Smart, Play Hard

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