“Community wealth can be achieved through the health of our youth - our future leaders. Their health is our wealth.”
Mission Statement
Community Health is Wealth, Inc. (CHIW) is a 501(c)(3) public charity, non-profit organization, dedicated to providing high-quality fitness and wellness education to youth in the community to combat childhood obesity. CHIW also aims to help prevent and manage chronic diseases in both youth and adults through online fitness videos, fitness motivation, health and wellness education, and resources to improve health, promote well-being, and empower individuals.
Childhood obesity can lead to various health risks, including:
Type 2 Diabetes: Obese children are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes due to insulin resistance.
Heart Disease: Obesity increases the likelihood of heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol levels.
Sleep Apnea: Obese children may suffer from sleep apnea, which disrupts breathing during sleep.
Joint Problems: Excess weight puts stress on joints, leading to conditions like osteoarthritis.
Fatty Liver Disease: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is more common in obese children.
Psychosocial Issues: Obese children may face low self-esteem, depression, and social isolation.
Remember, early intervention and lifestyle changes can mitigate these risks. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and monitoring weight are crucial. Let’s get our your and adults moving to help manage and prevent these health risks in our community, Vance County, NC.
Community Health is Wealth, Inc.
“Empowering Community, Elevating Health - Together We Thrive!”
COMMUNITY HEALTH IS WEALTH (CHIW)
“Empowering Communities, Elevating Health: Together We Thrive”
MISSION STATEMENT
Community Health is Wealth is a 501c3 public charity, non-profit organization, dedicated to providing high quality fitness and wellness education to underserved neighborhoods in the community via online fitness videos, fitness motivation, health, and wellness education and resources to help prevent and manage chronic diseases, improve health, and promote well-being and empowerment.
"Empowering Communities, Elevating Health: Together, We Thrive"
“We can not always build the future or our youth, but we can build our youth for our future.”
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"Empowering Communities, Elevating Health: Together, We Thrive"
Community Health is Wealth" (CHIW) stands as a pioneering 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to transforming the health landscape of underserved neighborhoods through a comprehensive suite of wellness and fitness programs. Founded on the principle that health is a fundamental pillar of prosperous communities, CHIW targets the root causes of chronic disease with a multi-faceted approach that emphasizes education, access, and empowerment. At the heart of its mission is the provision of high-quality, easily accessible fitness and wellness resources designed to catalyze significant improvements in community health outcomes.