On Thursday, Apr 23 a free, public keynote event introducing the Blue Zones initiative will be hosted in Menomonie. Blue Zones is a globally recognized approach to improving community health and well-being. This effort is being brought to Northwest Wisconsin through a partnership with TrueWellness, a nonprofit in our region.
To learn more about Blue Zones watch this short trailer from the Netflix documentary Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones, a look at how environments can be designed to help people live longer, healthier lives. That same concept is what is now being explored locally.
TrueWellness is partnering with Blue Zones to assess Menomonie and four neighboring communities – Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Rice Lake and River Falls. The goal is to better understand what it would take to make this one of the healthiest places in the country to live and work. In other communities, this work has led to measurable outcomes such as lower obesity rates, reduced healthcare costs, stronger local economies, and a greater sense of connection among residents; a long-term investment in community well-being.
- Thurs, April 23
- Off Broadway Banquet Center
- 5 – 6pm Registration and Networking
- 6– 7:30pm Keynote Presentation plus Q&A
- Free and open to the public
- Register HERE
National speaker Margaret Brown, VP of Business Development at Blue Zones, will present insights on the healthiest places in the world and how those principles have been applied in communities across the United States. Attendees will also learn what steps communities can take to support healthier living and overall well-being.
This event also serves as an important listening opportunity. Community input will play a critical role in shaping the direction of this work. Attendees will have the chance to learn about the Blue Zones approach while also sharing perspective on what is already working well in our community and where opportunities exist for improvement.
For more information contact Ashley DeMuth, Menomonie Area Chamber at 715-235-9087.
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