Latest BlueCross Healthy Place opens in St. Elmo
CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – City officials cut the ribbon on Thursday for a new BlueCross Health Place park in St. Elmo.
It is at the old St. Elmo Park on St. Elmo Avenue.
The makeover painted the space in a bright blue color theme.
Chattanooga chose the “Fitness and Fun” package which includes:
- Challenge course
- Fitness station
- Accessible play areas for ages 2-5 and 5-12
- Swing set
- Community lawn
“Our outdoor resources are Chattanooga’s greatest competitive advantage, and we are grateful to partners like the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation for the key role they play in opening up access to these resources,” said Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly.
“Recreation bridges physical and mental health gaps in our community, and our efforts to build connectivity among our parks, neighborhoods and the river will pay off in a happier, healthier Chattanooga.”
Grant applicants were invited to choose from six project packages based on the needs of their communities. St. Elmo selected the Fitness and Fun package, and park visitors will enjoy the following features in the new space:
- Challenge course
- Fitness station
- Accessible play areas for ages 2-5 and 5-12
- Swing set
- Community lawn
There are 15 BlueCross Healthy Places now across the state, including one in Highland Park.
For additional information about the BlueCross Healthy Place Program, see BlueCrossHealthyPlaces.com.
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