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Poe Center for Health Education NC

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The Poe Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to positively impacting the lives of North Carolina youth through health education. Since opening in Raleigh in 1991, the Poe Center has educated more than 1.75 million participants from 97 counties . Our expert health educators partner with schools and organizations across the state to provide health education to children and adults. Engaging programs are available on nutrition & physical activity, adolescent development, general health, substance use prevention, dental health, bullying prevention, mental wellness, and cooking and gardening education. Poe’s field trip destination in Raleigh is a one-of-a-kind- immersive experience featuring unique teaching spaces. Health educators can also bring programs directly to a school or organization and supplemental resources are available online. Over 87% of program participants report making positive behavior changes after a program with the Poe Center. The vision of the Poe Center for Health Education is that all people of North Carolina are healthy and thriving. POE’S STATEMENT ON RACIAL JUSTICE AND EQUITY, COMPLETE WITH RESOURCES. Meet our team of educators and staff, ready to bring health education to the people of North Carolina If you have a passion for health education and want to make an impact, explore current opportunities with us. Many people and many hours went into making the Poe Center what it is today.

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  • General HealthThe Poe Center's General Health programs make learning about the human body engaging and fun.
  • My Amazing Body!My Amazing Body! is a program which introduces preschoolers to their personal responsibility for maintaining good health and taking care of their body.
  • Germbusters (Junior)Germs, germs...they are not ALL bad, but they are tiny and they are everywhere! Are you ready to become a Germbuster?
  • Safety SmartYou are someone special! Through a series of hands-on activities and games, this program illustrates the message of protecting yourself from the everyday hazards of daily activities at home, in our…
  • Summertime SafetySafe outdoor fun is the focus of this program. Children learn about protection from the sun, signs of overheating and dehydration, safe warm weather exercise and nutrition, poisonous plants, bug…
  • Wellness Programs for AdultsPlan an engaging and informative wellness program for your business or community group.

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Based in
NC
Founded
1987
EIN
56-1500678
Staff
30
Website
poehealth.org

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