Organizations supporting physical activity for low-income children, dental care for the uninsured and exercise classes for seniors are among the recipients of the Select 25 Award.
"We are proud to assist other organizations who share a similar goal of increasing health and quality of life throughout Utah," said SelectHealth President and CEO, Pat Richards. "Each of these Select 25 award recipients, though varied in approach, works toward the same end—making life better for those around them."
SelectHealth created the Select 25 award to recognize Utah nonprofits that work to improve wellness in their communities. Applicants were asked to tell SelectHealth how they would use $2,500 to further their mission. More than 200 organizations applied.
"We are very grateful to SelectHealth for this opportunity," said award recipient JoAnne Duke, cofounder of Hale Family Life Jacket Foundation. "It is wonderful that they support the community and programs such as ours."
Select 25 Award Recipients
- Brigham City Senior Center (Brigham City)—Enhancing the lives of seniors through physical, nutritional and health-related activities.
- Hale Family Life Jacket Foundation (Ogden)—Providing life jackets at lakes and reservoirs and instructions about their proper use.
- Junior League of Ogden- Oasis Community Gardens (Ogden)—Creating a safe environment where residents can grow their own healthy foods.
- Town of Deweyville - Walking Trail Expansion Project (Deweyville)—Providing a safe, scenic place for residents to walk, run and be healthy.
- Whittier Community Center - Adventure Playground (Logan)--Encouraging activity for all children, regardless of their physical abilities.
- Alliance Community Services (Salt Lake City)—Educating the Hispanic community about the importance of early breast cancer detection.
- Assistance League - Operation Healthy Teeth (Salt Lake City)—Providing dental supplies, education and urgent services to low-income families.
- Columbus Community Center (Salt Lake City)—Providing support to severely disabled individuals, from personal care assistance to recreational activities.
- EMZ Crew: Early Morning Zumba (Salt Lake City)—Facilitating a free Zumba® dance class for Polynesian women to promote health and weight loss.
- Intermountain Therapy Animals (Salt Lake City)—Providing animal-assisted therapy to children and adults in hospitals, nursing homes, psychiatric facilities and detention centers.
- Reach Out and Read Utah (South Ogden)—Training doctors and nurses to advise parents about the importance of reading aloud to their children.
- Neighborhood House Association (Salt Lake City)—Providing outdoor activities for low-income children, focused on physical activity, healthy behaviors and positive social interactions.
- Multiple Sclerosis Wellness and Rehabilitation Program (Salt Lake City)—Providing patients with a special place to exercise, complete with unique equipment and skilled physical therapists.
- Utahns Against Hunger (Salt Lake City)—Promoting the free Summer Food Service program for students who rely on subsidized meal programs during the school year.
- Central Utah Food Sharing (Richfield)—Teaching healthy cooking classes, using the food staples that individuals receive from the food bank.
- ChainBreaker Foundation (Orem)—Offering education, guidance and community resources to victims of domestic abuse.
- Eagle Mountain City-Exceptional Kids Playground at Smith Ranch Park (Eagle Mountain)—Provides adapted playground equipment for children with special needs.
- Kids on the Move - Bridges Program (Orem)—Providing a preschool for autistic children and a course to help parents better understand their child's diagnosis.
- Project Read - Health Literacy Initiative (Provo)—Offering a program for adult students who want to improve their reading, including the ability to understand healthcare information.
- Canines with a Cause (Salt Lake City)—Training shelter dogs as service animals or canine companions for people in need.
- Healthy Dixie - School and Community Gardens (St. George)—Providing children an opportunity to learn about gardening and the importance of proper nutrition.
- Safe Kids - Washington County (St. George)—Promoting car seat safety, including free car-seat checkpoints and education for parents and caregivers.
- Southwest Utah Community Health Center (St. George)—Providing dental care to children without insurance and educates parents about good oral hygiene.
- Wasatch Community Foundation - Make it a Safe Kids Summer—Encouraging good nutrition and exercise.
- Youth Winter Sports Alliance - Dare to Dream Scholarships (Park City)—Providing scholarships for children from low-income families to participate in winter sport activities.
About SelectHealth
SelectHealth is a nonprofit health insurance organization serving members in Utah and Idaho. It is recognized as Utah's top-ranked health plan, according to NCQA's Health Insurance Plan Rankings 2010-2011. SelectHealth is committed to helping members stay healthy, offering superior service, and providing access to high-quality care. As a subsidiary of Intermountain Healthcare, SelectHealth is part of one of the nation's top-ranked integrated health systems. For more information, please visit www.selecthealth.org.
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