Strength in Numbers: Empowering Group Leaders to Inspire Healthier Communities  Are you a group leader, program manager, wellness coordinator, or club facilitator in need of reliable, engaging health content for your members?  Strength in Numbers is a free, ready-to-use program designed just for you. Each month, you'll receive a high-quality health lesson—delivered live via Zoom or through a recording—to share with your group. These lessons are paired with handouts, discussion prompts, and practical strategies that promote real lifestyle change.  

Whether you lead a community club, older adult living facility, faith-based group, or wellness initiative, you can easily integrate these monthly health lessons into your regular programming.  

How it Works: 

  1. Join a Live Zoom Training (or watch the recording at your convenience) 
  2. Present the Lesson to your group (yourself or via the recording) 
  3. Distribute Handouts and encourage discussion and goal setting 
  4. Report Back monthly with attendance numbers, questions, and stories  

Leaders who participate regularly and submit monthly reports are entered into prize drawings as a thank-you for their partnership!  

Topics Include: 

  • Heart Health Stress Management 
  • Mindfulness 
  • Chronic Disease Control 
  • Sleep Habits 
  • Budget-Friendly Wellness 
  • Physical Activity Tips
  • Healthy Eating …and more!  

Together, we’re stronger. Together, we build healthier communities.  

First Session: Friday, September 5 Monthly 

Schedule: The group will continue to meet on the first Friday of each month

Cost: Free  

Reach out to Melissa Cotton at cottonmr@missouri.edu or 816-892-0553 with questions or concerns.