The University of Georgia Archway Partnership is working with researchers and community members in The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Program to find ways to implement healthy habits in rural areas.
The UGA Archway program consists of a series of modules centered around topics like increasing physical activity and healthy eating. The program specifically came about after a study from UGA was released, showing that Type 2 Diabetes has increased by almost 20% over a decade.
The program involves 20 churches and 33 life coaches in various local communities. The churches and community leaders facilitate educational discussions about healthy habits and provide transportation to community events like vans and organized carpooling.
Participants in the program stated that transportation is one of the major obstacles to participating in community events.
