This year, in recognition of Mental Health Month, we teamed up with Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds and the Washington County Coalition for Children to launch a new mental health campaign - Below the Surface. Below the Surface is a campaign made by youth for youth with the goal being to connect students to stress reduction and crisis support. We worked with the campaign creators at NAMI Colorado Springs to build off their successes and the impact of our QR code sign initiative. We hope you join us for a Facebook Live launch event on May 18th - more information coming soon! We look forward to working alongside the Chris Collins Foundation to get the posters, cards, and stickers throughout the county. Interested in getting come campaign materials? Email us at Dan@CharihoYouth.org |
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NEW Stress Reduction Resources |
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We are introducing a new and improved Stress Reduction section to our website! There are three new categories that contain activities, videos and skills to help with releasing stress. These categories are called “Healthy Distractions”, “Engaging Senses” and “Comforts & Encouragements”. This new resource is a great way to brainstorm ideas, expand stress reduction skills and download activities. The best part is, we will continue to update regularly! |
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South County Regional Coalition Update |
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Bradford & Chariho Parents Coffee Hour |
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A bi-weekly zoom session for parents & guardians with children ages 0-12 facilitated by Amy Neilson, Chariho Health Worker and Emma Brighton, a Community Health Worker in Bradford. Twice a month we are providing an hour-long session for parents & guardians to socialize and share. We will be joined by special guests to also provide educational lessons on various topics like nutrition in your household, emotional regulation in children, local activities and other useful topics to keep your home happy & healthy! |
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May sessions: - May 5th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Welcome and sharing session
- May 19th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Talking about nutrition and healthy snacks with Special guest, Laura Whaley, Outreach Coordinator, Community Health and Wellness, South County Health
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New Community Health Resource Booklet! |
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Be sure to check out our newest resource document filled with a variety of health resources throughout our community. If you are interested in printed copies, reach out to Amy@CharihoYouth.org | | |
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Monthly Coalition Meeting We are joined each month by representatives from our local Police Departments, educators, faith leaders, parents, youth, and other community organizations. New members are always welcome! Monday 5/9/22 at 6pm via Zoom | | |
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Community Hikes Saturday May 14th - Black Farm Trail (Hope Valley)
Saturday May 28th - Vin Gormley Trailhead (Charlestown)
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Strong Arms Support Group Whether your child or loved one is actively using or you have lost someone to addiction, join us as we come together to support one another through this journey of hope. - Tuesday 5/10/22 at 6pm via Zoom
- Tuesday 5/24/22 at 6pm via Zoom
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The Chariho Youth Task Force was founded over 13 years ago by Chariho Middle School students and is now a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization doing work across our community to improve health and wellness. Our mission is to educate, empower, and engage youth and adults in order to create a sense of community, to promote wellness, and to sustain opportunity for Chariho voices to be heard. We envision a society driven toward physical and mental well-being created through collaboration, education, and activism to promote a positive community climate. |
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