Table 2. Interview Themes
Themes
Sub-themes
Community decision making Communication
Leadership
Small town community values (both positive and negative traits) Neighbors helping neighbors Individual community members unwilling to ask for help Forge ahead; keep moving forward Value community needs over individual needs
Community culture
Local government Faith-based organizations Public schools
Organizational efforts/engagement
Physical action translated into positive coping strategies
Community participation
Community members wear multiple roles that cross over into personal and professional lives.
Points of celebration/community gatherings
Community events
Increase morale
Communication outlets (social media, newspaper, word of mouth)
Community institutions (schools, churches, libraries, businesses, social clubs, non-profits [internal and external to community])
Resources available
Physical activity resources (gyms, trails, etc.)
External support; donations and volunteers
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