RLHPF Confrence Booklet 2020 Final - Flipbook - Page 1
Cailey Barnes | Claremont Graduate University
May 1st, 2020
Written by: Cailey Barnes
May 1st, 2020
Core Components of Healthy Ontario:
Current Initiatives
HEAL Zone
Build
Prevention & Wellness:
Community Highlight
Hosted by San Antonio Regional
Hospital, Know Your Numbers has
provided a space for members of
the community to record their
blood pressure, body mass index,
blood glucose and blood
cholesterol to monitor risk of
diabetes.
Four locations around the city of
Ontario provide these screenings
once a month for FREE. The
program has been a success
among the community and each
time there is an increase in
participants with a portion of the
attendees being returning
members dedicated to improving
their overall wellness.
The city of Ontario has a population of 181,107
residents and is located in the San Bernardino County
of California. About 27.5% of Ontario's population was
born outside of the United States. Three-quarters of
Ontario's residents are Hispanic or Latino and many of
these individuals make up the 16.2% of residents living
in poverty. They live in underserved neighborhoods
with high obesity rates and the city of Ontario is
dedicated to improving the lives of these individuals
through their Healthy Ontario Initiative.
Let's Move!
Healthy People 2020
Access to Healthcare:
Ontario partners with local, state and regional healthcare workers to provide
affordable, quality healthcare for the community. The city takes extra care to
address the unique barriers faced by families living in underserved
neighborhoods, those living in poverty and individuals with chronic illnesses.
Some partners include San Antonio Regional Hospital and Kaiser
Permanente of Ontario.
Education & Lifelong Learning:
Located within Ontario is a great variety of quality preschool, elementary,
middle school and high schools, colleges and vocational training. By
providing access to public libraries, culture, community events and activities,
the residents of Ontario are able to continue learning, no matter their age or
background. The city strives to provide educational resources and work with
local businesses to foster community education and lifelong learning.
Safe & Complete Neighborhoods:
Safe neighborhoods provide residents with options for physical activity,
goods, services and entertainment. Ontario strives to support healthy
lifestyles, create neighborhoods that sustain economic prosperity and open
safe gathering points for the community. The city works with the Ontario fire
department, police department, planning department, and Community &
Public Safety Agency to ensure the safety of all communities.
Choose My Plate
Champions for Change
Promise Scholars
Vital Signs
HEAL Cities Campaign
Map of City of Ontario
The Healthy Ontario Initiative was created to empower the residents of Ontario to improve
their physical, social, environmental, and economic health overall. The initiative represents
a community-based approach to wellness through four core components to improve
health outcomes throughout the entire city. The city of Ontario is working with the
Planning Department to update current policies through community programs that
improve all aspects of wellness.
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The city takes action to prevent chronic disease and enhance optimal health
and wellness. Ontario strives to increase awareness and improve access to
healthy foods, increase opportunity for physical activity and support positive
mental health for all residents. The city works with CalFresh, the local
recreation centers, Covered California, the local farmer's markets and the
San Bernardino County of Public Health to improve wellness of all residents.
303 E B St, Ontario, CA 91764
Phone: 909-395-2000
www.ontarioca.gov
Contributing Randall Lewis Health Policy Fellow
Cailey Barnes, MPHc [cailey.barnes@cgu.edu]
City of Ontario Planning Department
Healthy Ontario Initiative Lead
Karen Thompson, Associate Planner
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