Hello everyone!
I hope everyone is doing well and creating healthier smiles everywhere! Today I came across some really fun tools that some of you may want to use in your oral health programs. The American Dental Association wrote an article about a new bilingual tool kit called “Healthy Teeth, Healthy Me” which can be found here http://www.ada.org/news/6939.aspx . I encourage you to visit the Sesame Street website (http://www.sesamestreet.org/parents/topicsandactivities/toolkits/teeth#1) and explore the library full of brushing songs, cartoons, coloring pages, and activities focused on pediatric oral health. Please pass this information on to your program or development team. I recommend the song called “Brushy Brush”.
Best wishes,
Megan Vrooman, CNP
Program Associate
Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation
p. 602-588-3923 f. 602-548-5015
5656 West Talavi Blvd. Glendale, AZ 85306
Email: MVrooman@deltadentalaz.com
Visit us online at www.deltadentalaz.com/foundation
Thursday, May 31, 2012
1st Flagstaff N. AZ Parkinson’s Conference
A reminder: The first Northern Arizona Parkinson’s Disease Conference is being planned for June 16. It will be held at the Lodge at The Peaks from 9:00am to 3pm.
The goal of this conference is to provide information on methods and options for improving the quality of life for the Parkinson’s community.
Our keynote speaker, John Carlin, a fellow PWP will be speaking about his experiences with Parkinson’s, including his Mt. Kilimanjaro climb and how attitude and activity can benefit us.
“Hope, Health and Humor” is the title of his talk.
We will also have a presentation on the new TeleMed Program available to Parkinson’s patients in N. AZ by Dr. Christina Ospina, a Movement Disorder’s Specialist from Phoenix who is currently working as a consulting neurologist with local patients.
In addition, there will be presentations on complementary therapies available to local PWP’s and services available in Northern Arizona. Scattered throughout the day will be some activities designed to get us up and moving
A Brown Bag Lunch, provided by New Frontiers, is included in the $10 registration fee.
For more information including the conference schedule, please click here. To register, download this form and mail it & your check to:
APDA Information & Referral Center
at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
1012 E Willetta St, Rm #108
Phoenix, AZ 85006
Or register by phone: 602-839-3542.
The goal of this conference is to provide information on methods and options for improving the quality of life for the Parkinson’s community.
Our keynote speaker, John Carlin, a fellow PWP will be speaking about his experiences with Parkinson’s, including his Mt. Kilimanjaro climb and how attitude and activity can benefit us.
“Hope, Health and Humor” is the title of his talk.
We will also have a presentation on the new TeleMed Program available to Parkinson’s patients in N. AZ by Dr. Christina Ospina, a Movement Disorder’s Specialist from Phoenix who is currently working as a consulting neurologist with local patients.
In addition, there will be presentations on complementary therapies available to local PWP’s and services available in Northern Arizona. Scattered throughout the day will be some activities designed to get us up and moving
A Brown Bag Lunch, provided by New Frontiers, is included in the $10 registration fee.
For more information including the conference schedule, please click here. To register, download this form and mail it & your check to:
APDA Information & Referral Center
at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
1012 E Willetta St, Rm #108
Phoenix, AZ 85006
Or register by phone: 602-839-3542.
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Request for Creative Presenters
Do you have a creative talent that you are willing to share? (Examples may include; baton, dance, rapping, singing, drumming/music, improve/acting, poetry, creative writing, painting, martial arts, fashion, sculptures, jewelry, pottery, beading, building, cooking, film, or photography.)
The NACA, Inc. REACH UR Life Suicide Prevention Program, with Hermosa Vida, and CCC&Y are teaming up to bring a 1 week youth workshop on Creative Expression from July 9th – 13th, 2012.
We are currently seeking local artists and hobbyist that are willing to volunteer their skills with youth ages 11-19.
The following timeslots are available:
July 23rd – July 27th
Monday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Tuesday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Wednesday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Thursday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Friday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Tuesday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Wednesday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Thursday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
Friday: 10am – 12pm / 1pm – 3pm
If you are available to share your talent during ANY of the above days and times, please respond by June 8th.
Contact:
Emmy Burruel: 928-526-2968 x138, eburruel@nacainc.org
OR
Chelsea Kuiper 928-522-2441, ckuiper@northcountryhealthcare.org
Friday, May 25, 2012
Booster Seat Information
On August 2, 2012 a new law will go into effect in Arizona that requires children under age 8 to be restrained in a booster seat.
What does this mean to families?
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children between 5 and 8 years old. Many of these children were not properly restrained. To improve safety for children, Arizona increased the length of time for children to be in a child safety seat to age 8. This law does allow a police officer to stop a car if a child is not seat belted in a child safety seat.
Is there a fine?
Yes, the fine will vary by city but at minimum it is $50.
How much does a booster seat cost?
These seats can be bought at Walmart, Target as well as other places that sell car seats for as little as $20.
How is the booster seat installed in the car?
The booster seat is made to make the vehicle seat belt fit a child. The child sits on top of the booster seat with a lap and shoulder belt and is then buckled into to the car. By lifting the child up in the booster seat, this makes the seat belt fit better.
Is there someone to call for help?
Yes, many communities across Arizona have child passenger technicians. Visit www.seatcheck.org for a technician in your community.
What does this mean to families?
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children between 5 and 8 years old. Many of these children were not properly restrained. To improve safety for children, Arizona increased the length of time for children to be in a child safety seat to age 8. This law does allow a police officer to stop a car if a child is not seat belted in a child safety seat.
Is there a fine?
Yes, the fine will vary by city but at minimum it is $50.
How much does a booster seat cost?
These seats can be bought at Walmart, Target as well as other places that sell car seats for as little as $20.
How is the booster seat installed in the car?
The booster seat is made to make the vehicle seat belt fit a child. The child sits on top of the booster seat with a lap and shoulder belt and is then buckled into to the car. By lifting the child up in the booster seat, this makes the seat belt fit better.
Is there someone to call for help?
Yes, many communities across Arizona have child passenger technicians. Visit www.seatcheck.org for a technician in your community.
Flagstaff Bike To Work Week Starts Sunday, June 3rd!
Hey Flagstaff bicyclists, we need your help! We need you to be an ambassador for cycling during Bike to Work Week! You know how much fun it is to ride a bike, and we need you to get your coworkers to try it out. It's easy to get involved, and everyone who participates is eligible to win prizes.
• Register your workplace in the Worksite Challenge. (It's free!)
• Download or pick up posters and newsletters to distribute at work that will help you encourage everyone to ride.
• Log your coworkers' commutes during the week, or have them do this. It's really easy and everyone who logs their rides can win raffle prizes! (This will go live on Monday morning at 12:00 am. It will be prominently placed at flagstaffbiking.org)
• Participate in some of the free events throughout the week!
Pass this on to your friends, share it on Facebook and help us to spread the word! Bicycling is fun, biking to work saves money and helps conserve resources and everyone loves winning free stuff!
Facebook event for 2012 Flagstaff Bike to Work Week
• Link to the post: http://flagstaffbiking.org/2012/05/22/flagstaff-bike-to-work-week-starts-sunday-june-3rd/
• Link to Flagstaff Biking Organization: http://flagstaffbiking.org/
Free Diabetes Management Class
Date:
Saturday, June 23rd 2012
North Country HealthCare Diabetes Program is offering a class to the Flagstaff community for people with Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes, people at risk for developing diabetes and their families.
Class topics will include:
The Road To Better Diabetes Management
Healthy Eating (Including A Free Lunch)
Monitoring Blood Sugar
The class will be held in the red brick house in the parking lot of North Country HealthCare in Flagstaff!
For more information or to sign up, please contact Brett, the Diabetes Care Coordinator, at 928-213-6110.
Friday, May 18, 2012
Watch HBO's "The Weight of the Nation" Documentary
HBO's four-part documentary series on America’s obesity epidemic, called “The Weight of the Nation,” has been made available to non-subscribers to watch online for free.
The documentary is part of a public service campaign that encourages action at the personal, community, and national levels to prevent obesity. To raise awareness of the obesity epidemic and support action to reverse it, HBO is providing free online access to the entire documentary, as well as topic-specific segments, action steps, discussion guides, and other materials at http://theweightofthenation.hbo.com/. The series also will be viewable on YouTube.
The documentary is part of a public service campaign that encourages action at the personal, community, and national levels to prevent obesity. To raise awareness of the obesity epidemic and support action to reverse it, HBO is providing free online access to the entire documentary, as well as topic-specific segments, action steps, discussion guides, and other materials at http://theweightofthenation.hbo.com/. The series also will be viewable on YouTube.
REACH UR Life, NACA Suicide Prevention Youth Coalition meeting
We here at the REACH UR Life, NACA Suicide Prevention Program are EXCITED to announce our upcoming youth coalition meeting. This coalition is open to all kids between the ages of 14 – 18 years of age. Our first meeting will be held at the NACA Steves Blvd. office on May 19, 2012.
Thank you,
Emmy Burruel
Suicide Prevention Program
Native Americans for Community Action
2717 N. Steves Blvd. Ste. 11
Flagstaff, AZ. 86004
Phone (928) 526-2968 x 138
Fax (928) 526-0708
Email eburruel@nacainc.org
Website www.nacainc.org
Join Us for the Northern Arizona Kidney Walk!
The National Kidney Foundation of Arizona (NKF AZ) is holding our first Northern Arizona Kidney Walk at Sinagua Middle School in Flagstaff, Arizona on Sunday June 3, 2012.
The walk gives those living with Kidney Disease, organ donors and recipients, and their families and friends a way to support each other and NKF AZ.
We would love to have your involvement!
Date: June 3, 2012
Location: Sinagua Middle School
3950 E. Butler Ave.
Flagstaff, Arizona
3950 E. Butler Ave.
Flagstaff, Arizona
Time: 7:00 AM Registration begins for walkers
9:00 AM Walk begins
11:00 AM Walk should be ending
9:00 AM Walk begins
11:00 AM Walk should be ending
What: We would love for you to form a free walk team with your family,
friends and colleagues!
friends and colleagues!
For more details visit http://www.azkidney.org/ or click here to register.
Questions? Contact Leslie Owen, Special Events Manager at (602) 840-1644, ext. 210 or leslieo@azkidney.org
Dinner Is Served @ Freddy's
2675 S. Beulah Blvd - in front of the “old” Wal-Mart
Good Morning Everyone!
I am so excited to let you know that S.T.O.P./FUSD Prevention Department and Freddy’s are teaming up to offer you an opportunity to support Prevention Activities and EAT all at the same time!
No flyer needed, just show up, order (you can even drive through!) then enjoy a famous steakburger or two! Prevention Programs earn 15% of all sales, Tuesday, May 22!
Some of the programs to benefit from your eating…ALLSTARs, Links, WEB, IMPACT, PULSE, Red Ribbon and more.
Thanks so much for your continued support!
Sally & our future leaders!
Lifelong Learning Summer Courses: Nutrition Workshops
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Anyone interested in nutrition, health and wellness will find these workshops to be of value. While content may vary, depending on participants’ interests, each workshop will focus on what you can do practically to improve your health and quality of life by practicing wise nutrition.
WHAT:
Three topics will be covered this summer (listed under Fitness in the CCC Lifelong Learning Summer flyer). The first will cover Diabetes Type 2: Are You at Risk? The next will focus on Nutrition: Facts and Myths. The final session covers weight loss/gain, “WHY Weight?” (For specific questions, contact instructor below by calling (928) 774-0574.)
WHEN:
Workshops in nutrition will be offered on three (3) consecutive Saturdays in June, starting June 9th with DM2: Are You at Risk? Each workshop will be just 2 hours in length. The first workshop runs from 10am -12 noon. Participants will leave this workshop with an individualized plan of health. Each workshop will include an opportunity to sample foods discussed.
WHERE:
Murdoch Center at 203 E Brannen – just off Butler. FREE parking is available.
WHY:
Nutrition is a topic of discussion, one that is becoming more and more prevalent.
Knowing the truths and myths of nutrition and what you CAN do to support your health and that of your family is smart planning!
HOW:
Call Coconino Community College at (928) 526-7600 or go online to register.
Cost of each workshop is $25.00. Participants who attend the first workshop will receive a guest pass, which may be used to bring a guest to either of the following two (2) workshops. A minimum of five (5) must register for workshops to be held.
Anyone interested in nutrition, health and wellness will find these workshops to be of value. While content may vary, depending on participants’ interests, each workshop will focus on what you can do practically to improve your health and quality of life by practicing wise nutrition.
WHAT:
Three topics will be covered this summer (listed under Fitness in the CCC Lifelong Learning Summer flyer). The first will cover Diabetes Type 2: Are You at Risk? The next will focus on Nutrition: Facts and Myths. The final session covers weight loss/gain, “WHY Weight?” (For specific questions, contact instructor below by calling (928) 774-0574.)
WHEN:
Workshops in nutrition will be offered on three (3) consecutive Saturdays in June, starting June 9th with DM2: Are You at Risk? Each workshop will be just 2 hours in length. The first workshop runs from 10am -12 noon. Participants will leave this workshop with an individualized plan of health. Each workshop will include an opportunity to sample foods discussed.
WHERE:
Murdoch Center at 203 E Brannen – just off Butler. FREE parking is available.
WHY:
Nutrition is a topic of discussion, one that is becoming more and more prevalent.
Knowing the truths and myths of nutrition and what you CAN do to support your health and that of your family is smart planning!
HOW:
Call Coconino Community College at (928) 526-7600 or go online to register.
Cost of each workshop is $25.00. Participants who attend the first workshop will receive a guest pass, which may be used to bring a guest to either of the following two (2) workshops. A minimum of five (5) must register for workshops to be held.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Better Choices, Better Health (Online CDSMP) Workshop Starting May 16th
Hello Potential Workshop Participants,
A Better Choices, Better Health® Workshop can help you get the support you need and find practical ways to deal with pain, fatigue, and stress. You’ll discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and learn better ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health. The flier with more information is attached.
We are contacting you to let you know that our next workshop is planned to begin May 16th, if we are able to reach enrollment. Please complete your registration process through our website:
https://selfmanage.org/azlivingwell
If you have forgotten your username or password, please contact us by email.
We look forward to you attending our online workshop!
Kindest regards,
Arizona Living Well Institute Team
Arizona Living Well Institute
2066 W. Apache Trail, Ste 116
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
azlivingwell@selfmanage.org
http://www.azlivingwellinstitute.org/
A Better Choices, Better Health® Workshop can help you get the support you need and find practical ways to deal with pain, fatigue, and stress. You’ll discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment options, and learn better ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health. The flier with more information is attached.
We are contacting you to let you know that our next workshop is planned to begin May 16th, if we are able to reach enrollment. Please complete your registration process through our website:
https://selfmanage.org/azlivingwell
If you have forgotten your username or password, please contact us by email.
We look forward to you attending our online workshop!
Kindest regards,
Arizona Living Well Institute Team
Arizona Living Well Institute
2066 W. Apache Trail, Ste 116
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
azlivingwell@selfmanage.org
http://www.azlivingwellinstitute.org/
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Free Self-Care Workshop!
On Wednesday, May 16, 2011 from 3-5 p.m. Further Shore is proud to offer Naturally Caring-TLC for Care Givers Workshop #2 "Bowenwork Self-Care & Music as Medicine." Your presenters are Teresa Peterson and Meghan Callaghan, MT-BC. This FREE workshop will be held at the Thorpe Senior and Community Center in the arts and crafts room, located at 245 N. Thorpe Road next to Thorpe Park. The 2 hour workshop is designed for professional and family care givers.
In this two part workshop you will learn about Bowenwork®, a gentle, effective soft tissue release technique that balances tension patterns in the body, resulting in a state of deep relaxation and facilitating the body in healing itself. "Moves" will include a chest procedure for lymphatic health. The music portion of this workshop will help expand your understanding of the health benefits of music in recreational and healing settings. You will participate in music experiences that to increase relaxation, help you connect with patients or family members, and expand your own musical capacity. This workshop will be educational, interactive, hands-on, and fun!
In this two part workshop you will learn about Bowenwork®, a gentle, effective soft tissue release technique that balances tension patterns in the body, resulting in a state of deep relaxation and facilitating the body in healing itself. "Moves" will include a chest procedure for lymphatic health. The music portion of this workshop will help expand your understanding of the health benefits of music in recreational and healing settings. You will participate in music experiences that to increase relaxation, help you connect with patients or family members, and expand your own musical capacity. This workshop will be educational, interactive, hands-on, and fun!
When: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: All sessions will be held at Joe Montoya Senior Center
Location: 245 N. Thorpe Road in Flagstaff (928-774-1068)
Questions: call 928-525-2910 or email info@furthershore.org
Where: All sessions will be held at Joe Montoya Senior Center
Location: 245 N. Thorpe Road in Flagstaff (928-774-1068)
Questions: call 928-525-2910 or email info@furthershore.org
1st Flagstaff N. AZ Parkinson’s Conference
The first Northern Arizona Parkinson’s Disease Conference is being planned for June 16. It will be held at the Lodge at The Peaks from 9:00am to 3pm.
The goal of this conference is to provide information on methods and options for improving the quality of life for the Parkinson’s community.
Our keynote speaker, John Carlin, a fellow PWP will be speaking about his experiences with Parkinson’s, including his Mt. Kilimanjaro climb and how attitude and activity can benefit us.
“Hope, Health and Humor” is the title of his talk.
We will also have a presentation on the new TeleMed Program available to Parkinson’s patients in N. AZ by Dr. Christina Ospina, a Movement Disorder’s Specialist from Phoenix who is currently working as a consulting neurologist with local patients.
In addition, there will be presentations on complementary therapies available to local PWP’s and services available in Northern Arizona. Scattered throughout the day will be some activities designed to get us up and moving
A Brown Bag Lunch, provided by New Frontiers, is included in the $10 registration fee.
For more information including the conference schedule, please click here. To register, download this form and mail it & your check to:
APDA Information & Referral Center
at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
1012 E Willetta St, Rm #108
Phoenix, AZ 85006
Or register by phone: 602-839-3542.
The goal of this conference is to provide information on methods and options for improving the quality of life for the Parkinson’s community.
Our keynote speaker, John Carlin, a fellow PWP will be speaking about his experiences with Parkinson’s, including his Mt. Kilimanjaro climb and how attitude and activity can benefit us.
“Hope, Health and Humor” is the title of his talk.
We will also have a presentation on the new TeleMed Program available to Parkinson’s patients in N. AZ by Dr. Christina Ospina, a Movement Disorder’s Specialist from Phoenix who is currently working as a consulting neurologist with local patients.
In addition, there will be presentations on complementary therapies available to local PWP’s and services available in Northern Arizona. Scattered throughout the day will be some activities designed to get us up and moving
A Brown Bag Lunch, provided by New Frontiers, is included in the $10 registration fee.
For more information including the conference schedule, please click here. To register, download this form and mail it & your check to:
APDA Information & Referral Center
at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
1012 E Willetta St, Rm #108
Phoenix, AZ 85006
Or register by phone: 602-839-3542.
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