Wellness | Germantown Dashboard

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Wellness

Germantown is a city that promotes a healthy environment, supporting a balanced notion of wellness for all ages. For the purposes of Germantown’s strategic plan, wellness refers to physical activity, healthy eating and stress management. Access to a diverse array of services and amenities, while available in 2015, are not well-used or measured in a meaningful way.

A majority of residents engage in healthy physical behavior.

Action Plans

Timeline: 1 to 2 years

Determine baseline data and set growth rate
Inventory city-wide public and private assets and resources
Design and implement a community outreach plan for all ages

Timeline: 2 to 5 years

Collaborate to produce an annual Health and Wellness Expo
Develop a branding and communication strategy for all objectives

Timeline: 5 to 10 years

Enact a smoke-free campus for all City facilities

Key Performance Indicators

Participation in physical activity

A majority of residents are committed to a lifestyle that includes healthy eating habits.

Action Plans

Timeline: 1 to 2 years

Determine baseline data and set growth rate
Inventory city-wide public and private assets and resources
Design and implement a community outreach plan for all ages

Timeline: 2 to 5 years

Hold a “Germantown’s Biggest Loser” community competition
Implement the “Eat Real” or similar certification program in dining establishments
Collaborate to produce an annual Health and Wellness Expo
Develop a branding and communication strategy for all objectives

Key Performance Indicators

Participation in healthy eating

Participation in drinking water

A majority of residents report being involved in a supportive network and/or community at least once a week (behavioral, spiritual).

Action Plans

Timeline: 1 to 2 years

Determine baseline and set growth rate
Inventory city-wide public and private assets and resources
Design and implement a community outreach plan for all ages

Timeline: 2 to 5 years

Develop programs to encourage multigenerational interaction
Develop a branding and communication strategy for all objectives
Develop and build on existing events, programming and training for residents of all ages

Key Performance Indicators

Participation in community events and programs