Who We Are / A Partnership

Healthy Choices Kentucky is a consortium of health providers, restaurateurs, grocers, educators, civic organizations and area businesses that have joined forces in response to the obesity epidemic in Eastern Kentucky.

As the obesity rates in the region continue to skyrocket, Healthy Choices Kentucky was formed to draw a line in the sand and say ‘no more’ The mission of Healthy Choices Kentucky is to collaborate to improve the health of residents of Boyd and Greenup counties. The group intends to halt the rise of the BMI (Body Mass Index) average of Boyd and Greenup counties.

The Healthy Choices Kentucky website is your source for news on the coalition, your link to healthy resources for better eating and exercise and a one-stop location to view a calendar of upcoming events that can positively benefit your health.

Mission

Collaborate to improve the health of Boyd and Greenup counties.

Vision

Provide the means for individuals to live healthier lives free from the negative effects of obesity and other controllable risk factors.