Steps Worksites in Action
Mission of Steps to a Healthier Clark County Worksite Teams - To build and support environments within community worksites that make it easier for employees of Clark County businesses to be physically active, choose healthy food and to work in smoke-free environments.
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The top 50 employers and targeted companies who employ low-income workers in Clark County were invited to compete for minigrants to develop or enhance worksite wellness programs, and move towards policy change towards a healthier worksite.
One of the worksite grants awardees, Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) are taking big steps towards institutionalizing worksite wellness into their work days. It's time for a Wellness Break." Administration staff is now building "stretch, relax and move" into meetings, all food served at EOFC-sponsored events will be well balanced and represent healthy food choices; such as fresh fruits and vegetables and all vending machines located on EOFC property will offer healthy food options.
Current grant recipients for Year 3 of Steps grant:
Battleground School District City of Vancouver
Clark College Clark County
Clark County Public Utilities Educational Opportunities for Children and Families
Educational Services District 112 Electric Lightwave, LLC
Evergreen Public Schools WaferTech, LLC
For more information about other Steps Worksite interventions please contact Kristine Perry at 567-1089.