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Element Resource Link
1. Check all of the following services that you partner with health
organizations or your health ministry to provide for members and/or
attendees and staff
(Check all that apply)
health risk appraisal http://www.emoregon.org/pdfs/IFFP/Congregational_Health_Index.pdf

cardiovascular fitness evaluation
http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2014/13_0270.htm
http://www.faithandwellness.org/

cholesterol screening
http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2014/13_0270.htm
http://www.faithandwellness.org/

blood pressure screening
http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2014/13_0270.htm
http://www.faithandwellness.org/
blood glucose (sugar) screening http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/in-depth/blood-sugar/art-20046628
body mass index (BMI) http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/
offer flu shots or other immunizations https://www.occhd.org/health/immunizations
mobile mammograms http://www.okbreastcare.com/mobile.html
2. Check all materials provided that include health education and
promotion information (Check all that apply)

bulletins, pamphlets, brochures, announcement sheets http://www.welcoa.org/
http://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/sgr/2010/consumer_booklet/pdfs/consumer.pdf
http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpa/nutrition/pdf/CDC_5-A-Day.pdf
http://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/professionals/researchtopractice/index.html
posted printed material
newsletters
health topics in electronic media including online

3. Check all physical activities available for members and/or attendees
and staff
(Check all that apply)


provides space to exercise
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/adults.html
http://www.lchcnetwork.org/wellness_guide/WellnessManualSection4PhysicalActivityWithYo
urCongregationandBeyond.pdf

offers on-site exercise activities (walking, step aerobics,
exercise videos, etc.)
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/
http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/adults.html
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/PhysicalActivity/GettingActive/Getting-
Active_UCM_460868_SubHomePage.jsp
provides onsite fitness room/equipment http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/adults.html
offers organized team sports (softball, soccer, etc.) http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/adults.html

encourage use of stairways if available
http://www.lchcnetwork.org/wellness_guide/WellnessManualSection4PhysicalActivityWithYo
urCongregationandBeyond.pdf

provides pedometers
http://www.health.harvard.edu/press_releases/pedometers-motivate-people-to-exercise
http://jama.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=209526
4. Check all the tobacco use prevention activities offered
(Check all that apply)

active promotion of Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline
(1800QUITNOW) (1-855-DEJELO-YA)
http://www.ok.gov/stopswithme/
http://www.ok.gov/helpline/

promotion of tobacco prevention events such as Kick
Butts Day, World No Tobacco Day, Great American
Smokeout, Great American Spit Out
http://www.kickbuttsday.org/
http://www.who.int/campaigns/no-tobacco-day/2014/en/
http://www.cancer.org/healthy/stayawayfromtobacco/greatamericansmokeout/index
http://www.ucanquit2.org/Events/2014/GASPO.aspx

onsite tobacco cessation/counseling support
http://www.lung.org/stop-smoking/how-to-quit/freedom-from-smoking/
http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/hwi/toolkits/tobacco/
The Congregation Element Resources List is to provide assistance and resources that will help congregations meet the elements listed within each criterion. The resources listed below
provide methods in which a congregation can implement the specific elements within their congregation. If you need additional support regarding how to implement the criteria or the
resources listed please contact the Oklahoma State Department of Health Center for the Advancement of Wellness Disparities & Faith-Based Manager at 405-271-3619.
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Element Resource Link

5. Check all programs and information related to nutrition provided
(Check all that apply)
Sample Healthy
Congregation Policy 2014.doc

promotes and provides healthier options during each
fellowship meal
http://www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/dga2010/DietaryGuidelines2010.pdf
http://www.cdc.gov/leanworks/
http://www.cdph.ca.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/Strats4ConsumptionofEnergyDenseFoods
.pdf
http://www.cdph.ca.gov/SiteCollectionDocuments/StratstoReduce_Sugar_Sweetened_Bevs
.pdf
http://rtips.cancer.gov/rtips/programDetails.do?programId=10977999#Program

offers healthier vending machine selections (beverages
100% fruit juices, low-fat milk, water; snacks low
calorie, fat, sugar, & sodium
http://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/guidelines/food-service-guidelines.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/stateprograms/pdf/Healthy_Vending_Machine_Initiatives_in_Sta
te_Facilities.pdf
http://www.healthyvendingatwork.com/
http://www.fitpick.org/nutctr/
http://www.gsa.gov/graphics/pbs/Guidelines_for_Federal_Concessions_and_Vending_Oper
ations.pdf

encourages members and/or attendees and staff to bring
healthy snacks to meetings and fellowship gatherings
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HighBloodPressure/PreventionTreatmentofHig
hBloodPressure/Virtual-Snack-Machine_UCM_311410_Article.jsp
http://www.faithandwellness.org/CHI/food-in-your-congregation.html

posts nutritional information in fellowship areas
http://ccbp.ua.edu/saving-lives/adapt-to-your-churchleadership-responsibilities/
http://www.health.gov/dietaryguidelines/dga2010/DietaryGuidelines2010.pdf
https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/foodapedia.aspx
onsite weight management or similar program
offers sources of healthy food options such as a
community garden, a farmers market, a health food
demonstration
http://okgrown.com/markets/
http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/104430

6. Check the support offered to members and/or attendees to promote
health and safety
(Check all that apply)


provides a private space for breastfeeding mothers
http://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/policy/index.htm
http://www.ok.gov/health/Child_and_Family_Health/Breastfeeding/

incentive programs/contests such as walking or healthy
eating goals
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/
http://www.welcoa.org/freeresources/index.php?category=27

weight loss support groups such as a healthy recipe
exchange, walking or biking clubs
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/clubs.html
http://www.congregationcyclingclub.com/
http://rtips.cancer.gov/rtips/programDetails.do?programId=10977999#Program
health/wellness committees or health ministry in place http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/hwi/programdesign/wellness_committees.htm
provides safety awareness training opportunities such as
recognizing the signs of stroke or heart attack and what
to do
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/911-Warnings-Signs-of-a-Heart-
Attack_UCM_305346_SubHomePage.jsp

provides accessible first aid kit and defibrillator
http://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Encyclopedia/Heart-
Encyclopedia_UCM_445084_Encyclopedia.jsp?levelSelected=1&title=automated%20extern
al%20defibrillator
has an emergency preparedness plan in place, trained
leaders to implement the plan, and congregation is
aware of the plan
http://emergency.cdc.gov/preparedness/plan/
http://emergency.cdc.gov/planning/
7. Check the ways your faith tradition takes a leadership role in the
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community for health and wellness
(Check all that apply)

shares education or promotional materials
http://mychristiancare.org/health.aspx
http://www.welcoa.org/freeresources/index.php?category=27
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/nutrition.html

invites other groups or other faith traditions to participate
in the physical activities offered
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/PhysicalActivity/GettingActive/Getting-
Active_UCM_460868_SubHomePage.jsp
http://mychristiancare.org/health.aspx
http://www.thewalkingsite.com/nutrition.html

provides opportunities for other community non-
members and/or attendees to receive health
screenings/evaluations
http://www.emoregon.org/pdfs/IFFP/Congregational_Health_Index.pdf
http://www.ok.gov/health/Community_Health/Community_Health_Services/Services_and_Pr
ograms_Potentially_Available_Through_Local_Health_Departments/index.html
http://www.ok.gov/triton/modules/health/map/county_map.php
supports blood donor programs http://obi.org/
partners with health organizations
8. Wellness Policy
(Check all that apply)


has current nutrition policy in place
Sample Healthy
Congregation Policy 2014.doc

has current physical activity policy in place
Sample Healthy
Congregation Policy 2014.doc
has current safety transportation policy in place (texting
while driving, seat belt use, no tobacco use including e-
cigarettes and vaping products, etc.)
http://www.oksafety.org/
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/

has current 100% tobacco free policy in place *(see
below)
Sample Healthy
Congregation Policy 2014.doc

http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/hwi/toolkits/tobacco/index.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/workplacehealthpromotion/implementation/topics/tobacco-use.html
http://www.cancer.org/downloads/gahc/hp_strategies_for_promoting_and_implementing_s
mokefree_workplace.pdf
http://www.thecommunityguide.org/tobacco/index.html
http://www.cancer.org/acs/groups/content/@editorial/documents/document/acspc-
035057.pdf
*To help promote and encourage a tobacco free lifestyle, all companies/workplaces seeking to achieve the highest level of certification (Excellence) must have in
effect a 100% tobacco free workplace policy that applies to the entire property under their control, both indoors and out.
9. Behavioral Health and Emotional Wellbeing
(Please check all that apply)

promotes activities that nourish the mind, body, and spirit http://www.faithandwellness.org/
onsite or refers to a behavioral health program such as
stress management, work/life balance or depression
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/stress/
http://www.eatsmartmovemorenc.com/NCHealthSmartTlkt/ManageStressWrkBk.html
addiction resources such as Prescription drug
use/misuse, other substance use/abuse, gambling or
domestic violence
http://ok.gov/odmhsas/