Mission Meltaway

Steps to a Healthier NY – Broome County, NY

Purpose:

To increase the availability of weight loss programs 

Target Population:

All Broome County residents

Program Goals:

• To increase the number of residents who are at a healthy weight

• To decrease the number of residents who are at risk for diabetes and obesity

• To increase the percentage of residents who consume a healthy diet and participate in regular physical activity

Years in Operation:

2004 – present

Results:

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Funding:

Mission Meltaway is funded through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Key Partners:

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What Works and Why:

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Structure and Operations:

Mission Meltaway is a free eight-week healthy-lifestyle program that uses a group approach to weight loss and maintenance, and builds on the concepts of the National Diabetes Education Program, "Small Steps, Big Rewards." Volunteer facilitators receive manuals and are trained to provide weekly session to various groups. These trained facilitators adjust Mission Meltaway to meet the needs of specific community groups in a variety of settings. Changes are tracked through pre- and post-program weight measurements, body mass index, waist measurements, nutrition and physical activity surveys, and diabetes risk scores. Participants receive educational materials, food diaries, menu plans, and a free eight-week membership to the YMCA.

Specific examples of impact to date include:

• More than 2,000 participants lost an average of more than five pounds; average waist measurement was reduced also, indicating improved weight status

• BMI, an indicator of body fat, was lowered, and some participants reduced their disease risk related to weight

• Participants report eating a healthier diet, including more servings of fruits and vegetables and less fast food, baked goods, fried foods, processed/prepared foods, candy and chips

• Participants report being more physically active

Barriers to Success:

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More Information:

http://www.broomesteps.org/hd/steps

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