Friday, September 6, 2013
ACA link
Here is an ACA link for the blog
Thanks,
Candice Koenker
Health Educator
Coconino County Public Health Services District
Tobacco and Chronic Disease Prevention
Public Health Educator
2625 N. King St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928)679-7264 – Office
(928)814-6679 – Cell
Need a Volunteer?
Dear campus and community partners,
I hope this finds you well! I am writing to see if you might be interested in receiving assistance from a public health student volunteer this fall.
I am teaching HS 317: Maternal, Child and Sexual Health this semester in the public health program. For this class, students are required to volunteer for approximately 3 hours with a campus or community agency on a health event or project that is related to maternal health, children's health, family health, or sexual health.
Examples of events which would occur in a certain place at a certain time could be: health fairs, early childhood fair, Girls on the Run 5k, parent nights, rallies, vigils, Walk to School Day, Safety Walk, Kid Stuff Swap, Sex Fest, Youth Fest, etc.
Examples of projects which could occur at a flexible time or place could be: advertising for an event, creating health-related materials such as newsletters, brochures, flyers, bulletin boards, etc.; conducting research; assisting in meetings or focus groups; helping with a fundraising event; creating or revising resource guides; or any activity that would assist in program planning, implementing, or evaluating.
Ideally, this will be a mutually beneficial experience: students will have the opportunity to learn more about public health agencies in our community, and you'll receive some volunteer labor to help you meet your programs' goals!
The three hours of service would need to be completed by the beginning of December.
If you are interested, please reply with a quick "yes!" on or by Monday, Sept. 9, and we'll take it from there!
Also, please feel free to pass this along to others who may be interested in this opportunity.
Many thanks,
Rachel
Rachel Billowitz, MPH
Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Health Sciences
Public Health Internship Coordinator
Northern Arizona University
PO Box 15095
Health Professions, room 238C
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
Phone: 928-523-8513 Fax: 928-523-0148
"Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible." - The 14th Dalai Lama
I hope this finds you well! I am writing to see if you might be interested in receiving assistance from a public health student volunteer this fall.
I am teaching HS 317: Maternal, Child and Sexual Health this semester in the public health program. For this class, students are required to volunteer for approximately 3 hours with a campus or community agency on a health event or project that is related to maternal health, children's health, family health, or sexual health.
Examples of events which would occur in a certain place at a certain time could be: health fairs, early childhood fair, Girls on the Run 5k, parent nights, rallies, vigils, Walk to School Day, Safety Walk, Kid Stuff Swap, Sex Fest, Youth Fest, etc.
Examples of projects which could occur at a flexible time or place could be: advertising for an event, creating health-related materials such as newsletters, brochures, flyers, bulletin boards, etc.; conducting research; assisting in meetings or focus groups; helping with a fundraising event; creating or revising resource guides; or any activity that would assist in program planning, implementing, or evaluating.
Ideally, this will be a mutually beneficial experience: students will have the opportunity to learn more about public health agencies in our community, and you'll receive some volunteer labor to help you meet your programs' goals!
The three hours of service would need to be completed by the beginning of December.
If you are interested, please reply with a quick "yes!" on or by Monday, Sept. 9, and we'll take it from there!
Also, please feel free to pass this along to others who may be interested in this opportunity.
Many thanks,
Rachel
Rachel Billowitz, MPH
Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Health Sciences
Public Health Internship Coordinator
Northern Arizona University
PO Box 15095
Health Professions, room 238C
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
Phone: 928-523-8513 Fax: 928-523-0148
"Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible." - The 14th Dalai Lama
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Better Breathers Club
On behalf of the Mountain Heart Sleep Facility and Board Certified Pulmonologist and Sleep Specialist, Dr. Steve Marks, we are delighted to announce we are starting up a Better Breathers Club at Mountain Heart! In collaboration with the American Lung Association, Mountain Heart is the first to offer this support group in northern Arizona.
Flagstaff Better Breathers Club(tm) (Sept-May)
Mountain Heart (tm) New !
2000 S. Thompson St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
3rd Thurs. of the month; 4:30-6:00 pm
Contact: Ande Burke (928) 226-6422
September 19th @ 4:30 pm
Topic: Alpha 1 Antitrypsin deficiency - a genetic defect that causes COPD.
We are bringing in a guest speaker from California, a survivor of Alpha 1 Antitrypsin deficiency.
Better Breathers Clubs offer the opportunity to learn ways to better cope with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) while getting the support of others who share in struggles. These support groups give patients the tools needed to live the best quality of life.
Better Breathers Clubs meet regularly and feature educational presentations on a wide range of relevant topics, including:
* How COPD affects the lungs
* Tobacco Cessation
* Breathing techniques
* Exercise
* Talking with your physician
* Medications and other treatment options
* Medical testing
* Supplemental oxygen
* Home health care
* Lung transplants
* Air pollution
If you know of a patient that feel alone and isolated, these support groups can help. It feels good to talk with others who understand, which has a positive impact on health.
Please let me know if you have any questions about this exciting venture.
AB
Ande Burke
Ande Burke
Outreach / Marketing / Provider Relations
ande.burke@mountainheartcares.
Cell 928.814.3380
Direct 928.226.6422
Fax 928.226.6411
Mountain Heart Medical Practice, PLLC
2000 S. Thompson Street
Flagstaff, Arizona 86001
Main 928.226.6400 Main Fax 928.226.6410
Kids Run the Nation Grants
Kids Run the Nation Fund
In 2007, the RRCA developed the Kids Run the Nation Fund to assists running clubs, events, and schools that are interested in implementing or currently have a youth running program. Since 2007, the RRCA has granted a total of $70,000 to deserving youth programs around the US. This small grant program is funded by restricted contributions from RRCA members, individuals, foundations, and corporations. One hundred percent of the money raised is restricted to the grant fund and no portion of contributions to the Kids Run the Nation Fund are used for administrative expenses. Grants are awarded on an annual basis through an application and selection process overseen by a volunteer selection panel. Donate to the Kids Run the Nation Fund by making an annual contribution to the RRCA.<http://www.rrca.org/
Criteria for a Grant from the RRCA: Kids Run the Nation Fund
A total of $20,000 will be awarded in a combination of grants ranging from $500-$1,000. Running clubs, events, or other organizations with the IRS 501(c)(3) designation are eligible to apply. Elementary and middle schools that provide an organized after-school running programs are eligible as well. No grants will be given to individuals under any circumstance. All applicants must be an official 501(c)(3), school, parent booster club, PTA, or a similar entity. The application deadline for a Kids Run the Nation Grant is October 1, 2013.
Important criteria for receiving a grant include:
* The running program should be more than just a one time event. It should be a structured running program that ideally utilizes the RRCA youth running materials. The goal of the program is to have kids running regularly, at least once a week for multiple weeks, as opposed to participating in a single event. However, the program may culminate in participation at a kids. race.
* The program may be a start-up program or a pre-existing program.
* The program should not be gender specific but open for both girls and boys. The program may not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnic origin, or economic status. The program may outline age groups and may place a minimum and maximum age for participation.
* The program may focus on participation or may emphasize competition or a combination of both.
* The running program has adopted policies and procedures that ensure the safety of the participants and outlines expectations of the program leaders including submitting to criminal background checks.
What the Kids Run the Nation Grants May Fund:
* Marketing materials, brochures, posters, fliers, etc informing parents about the program
* Advertising the program in a community newspaper or website
* Hosting a program website
* Fees for permits or usage fees for a local park or running track
* Purchase hydration supplies — water, Gatorade, cups, etc.
* Participation awards (ribbons, shirts, patches, etc) for the program
* Mileage logs or other written materials for the program
* Other items that the RRCA Grant Selection Committee sees fit to fund
What the Kids Run the Nation Grants Will Not Fund:
* Sponsoring individual runners
* Travel for competitive teams to events
* Race entry fees for competitive teams
* Social events for program staff or volunteers
* Salaries or travel costs for paid program staff
* Other items the RRCA grant selection committee determines to be ineligible for funding
[http://www.rrca.org/images/
In 2007, the RRCA developed the Kids Run the Nation Fund to assists running clubs, events, and schools that are interested in implementing or currently have a youth running program. Since 2007, the RRCA has granted a total of $70,000 to deserving youth programs around the US. This small grant program is funded by restricted contributions from RRCA members, individuals, foundations, and corporations. One hundred percent of the money raised is restricted to the grant fund and no portion of contributions to the Kids Run the Nation Fund are used for administrative expenses. Grants are awarded on an annual basis through an application and selection process overseen by a volunteer selection panel. Donate to the Kids Run the Nation Fund by making an annual contribution to the RRCA.<http://www.rrca.org/
Criteria for a Grant from the RRCA: Kids Run the Nation Fund
A total of $20,000 will be awarded in a combination of grants ranging from $500-$1,000. Running clubs, events, or other organizations with the IRS 501(c)(3) designation are eligible to apply. Elementary and middle schools that provide an organized after-school running programs are eligible as well. No grants will be given to individuals under any circumstance. All applicants must be an official 501(c)(3), school, parent booster club, PTA, or a similar entity. The application deadline for a Kids Run the Nation Grant is October 1, 2013.
Important criteria for receiving a grant include:
* The running program should be more than just a one time event. It should be a structured running program that ideally utilizes the RRCA youth running materials. The goal of the program is to have kids running regularly, at least once a week for multiple weeks, as opposed to participating in a single event. However, the program may culminate in participation at a kids. race.
* The program may be a start-up program or a pre-existing program.
* The program should not be gender specific but open for both girls and boys. The program may not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnic origin, or economic status. The program may outline age groups and may place a minimum and maximum age for participation.
* The program may focus on participation or may emphasize competition or a combination of both.
* The running program has adopted policies and procedures that ensure the safety of the participants and outlines expectations of the program leaders including submitting to criminal background checks.
What the Kids Run the Nation Grants May Fund:
* Marketing materials, brochures, posters, fliers, etc informing parents about the program
* Advertising the program in a community newspaper or website
* Hosting a program website
* Fees for permits or usage fees for a local park or running track
* Purchase hydration supplies — water, Gatorade, cups, etc.
* Participation awards (ribbons, shirts, patches, etc) for the program
* Mileage logs or other written materials for the program
* Other items that the RRCA Grant Selection Committee sees fit to fund
What the Kids Run the Nation Grants Will Not Fund:
* Sponsoring individual runners
* Travel for competitive teams to events
* Race entry fees for competitive teams
* Social events for program staff or volunteers
* Salaries or travel costs for paid program staff
* Other items the RRCA grant selection committee determines to be ineligible for funding
[http://www.rrca.org/images/
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