Health & Well-Being
Health & Well-Being
The Extension Institute for Health & Well-Being works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin communities to promote health and well-being. Our research-based programs are focused on food and nutrition security, chronic disease prevention, mental health promotion, substance use prevention, and access to health care. Rooted in both urban and rural communities, we’re working together to help solve the state’s most pressing well-being needs and to ensure that all Wisconsinites have the opportunity to live stronger, healthier lives.
Danielle Sander
Health & Well-Being Educator
Behavioral Health
Working with local leaders to create healthier communities by building community skills, tools and resources to promote health.
- WeCOPE (Connecting with Our Positive Emotions) is an evidence-based interactive program that helps adults to cope with life stress.
- COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) is a gentle introduction to supporting friends and neighbors in a vulnerable space to help them shift their mental health trajectory back to a place of wellness.
- Eight Ways to Wellness teaches participants about the eight dimensions of wellness that integrates physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Healthy Eating & Active Living
Helping communities provide accessible and safe physical activity spaces and food sources.
- StrongBodies™ is a 10–12 week exercise program for midlife and older adults. Each class includes progressive weight training, flexibility, and balance activities. This program catalyzes positive change in people to live stronger, healthier lives by providing knowledge, inspiration, and support.
- Pressure canner testing, research-tested recipes and tips for safely preserving the bounty of your farm or garden.
