Norton King’s Daughters’ Health provides a wide range of health and wellness services to its employees and the community. Wellness and prevention are important tools to build and maintain good health. Whether through activities, nutrition, or support, Norton KDH Wellness encourages you to make your health a priority.

Wellness Coordinator:
Heather Foy
(812) 801-0175

Below are some of the programs and activities provided through Norton KDH Wellness:

• Girls on the Run of Norton KDH – a national program offered for girls in Grades 3-5 in Jefferson County (IN). It uses running as a tool to help girls build confidence and self-esteem. Individual program sessions focus on helping girls make confident, healthy decisions. Learn more at kdhgirlsontherun.org
• Fit Kids – a seven-week education program for all 5th Grade classrooms in Jefferson County (IN) elementary schools that focuses on healthy eating and physical activity.
• RUN the FALLS 5K – annual 5K run/walk in September at Clifty Falls State Park.
• Women’s Safety & Self Defense – a workshop designed to educate women about risk awareness, risk avoidance, risk reduction, and risk recognition, along with tools to physical defend themselves if ever attacked.
• Corporate Wellness Resources – these resources provide support for corporate wellness challenges, on-site biometric screenings and flu shots, plus Lunch & Learn educational sessions.
• Community Presentations – a speaker can be made available to discuss a wide range of health topics for schools, businesses, meetings, and philanthropic events.
• Healthy Lifestyles Committee – part of the Healthy Communities Initiative of Jefferson County.
• Special Events – these may be coordinated in advance to target specific men’s and women’s health issues, or be included as part of a health conference or outing.

Preparing for a 5K or other race event

Setting a goal such as walking or running in a 5K is a great way to motivate yourself and your friends to exercise. Developing a plan is important, and many walking or running programs are available online. Here are some tips for Preparing to run or walk in a race.