Cary Medical Center - Healthy You

What is it?

Healthy You delivers a wide range of free programs that address overall well-being, including physical, mental, emotional, social and family health. Programs include flu vaccine clinics, health screenings, field trips and family fun events; and seminars on topics such as plant-based diets, medication safety, dementia intervention and holistic medicine. Ongoing education in target communities is provided year-round through online resources, direct mail, contests and other special promotions.

Who is it for?

Several communities in Aroostook County, including ones that were historically underserved in terms of community health education

Why do they do it?

Focus groups indicated that residents wanted more comprehensive wellness programs that addressed health topics outside of Cary Medical Center’s routine care.

Impact

The program reaches approximately 30,000 residents each year through direct mail and online wellness promotions. Several thousand participants attend health education programs and community events annually.

Contact: Kimberly Jones
Healthy You Director
Telephone: 207-498-1361
Email: kjones@carymed.org