Focus Group -- Ages 40-64

Montana State University, Cornell University, and Tufts University are developing a new program for residents in rural Montana towns that aims to promote heart health through things such as healthier eating, more physical activity, reducing stress, and quitting smoking. The Montana towns that are participating in this study are: Broadus, Choteau, Harlowtown, Lewistown, Livingston, Miles City, Plentywood, Rudyard, Shelby, and Thompson Falls.

To best tailor the program, two discussion groups are being conducted this fall in each of the ten participating towns. The study team seeks men and women who are 40-64 and consider themselves part of the Choteau community. The discussions will be hosted by the local extension office and held on October 6.  Women will meet from noon-1:30 p.m. and men will meet from 5:30-7:00 p.m. with 8-12 individuals.  A light meal will be served.  The discussion group participants will receive $25 for their time. 

If you’d like to participate in a discussion group or have any questions about the study, please contact the Extension Office.