Mass in Motion: Success Stories
Here's an overview of Mass In Motion (PDF)One aspect of Mass in Motion has been the implementation of Body Mass Index (BMI) screening in our schools. Here's an account (PDF
Another component of Mass In Motion are new requirements that ensure healthier menu and snack options in all state agencies and facilities. Learn more (PDF)
Learn more about Mass Children at Play (PDF)
Here's an account (PDF)
Community leaders in Fitchburg have also been working hard to improve the safety and overall conditions of the city's parks. Learn more here (PDF)
Recognizing the importance of locally grown fresh produce in a healthy diet, town leaders in Franklin built a community garden (PDF)
In Gloucester, city leaders are working to improve pedestrian access (PDF)
City leaders in New Bedford developed Healthy Eating New Bedford (PDF)
In Springfield, city leaders are working to promote school gyms (PDF)
At the state level, the Massachusetts Department of Corrections offers an innovative Worksite Wellness program (PDF)
The Massachusetts Hospital Association is also making big changes (PDF)
Staff members at the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission are also taking advantage of that agency's Worksite Wellness program (PDF)
Here are details (PDF)
Healthy City Fall River - Learn what Fall River is doing to improve the health and quality of life of its residents. In addition to their website and resources, Fall River posts regular updates.
Healthy Mission Hill (PDF)
Find out about activities designed to improve the overall health of Mission Hill through education, increasing access to food , advocacy, and increasing awareness of physical activities in the area.
Holyoke - See how Nuestras Raíces is promoting economic, human and community development through projects relating to food, agriculture and the environment.
Shape Up Somerville - Learn how Somerville became a national model of healthy living.
- Visit the City's website
- Read the Boston Globe article
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