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CHNA 18 Monthly News & Updates
Events from Community Friends & Partners
Projects & Programs
Jobs, Grants & Resources
Community Newsletters
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June Events
From Community Friends & Partners
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Adult Depression: Getting on the Path to Wellness as a Family Webinar
Tuesday, June 29, 2021 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM ET/ 4:00 to 5:30 PM PT.
In this webinar, Dr. Christine M. Crawford discusses the causes and symptoms of depression in adults, practical ways that caregivers can support a loved one in getting help and accessing treatment, and how caregivers can support their families during episodes of depression.
After the webinar, complete our online evaluation and you'll receive a free copy of two of our brochures - Coping with Stress and Adult Depression:Stories of Families and Hope.
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Can't attend the live webinar? Register today to submit your questions and watch the recorded webinar after it airs.
Please share information about the free webinar!

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Thriving After Cancer: Strategies and State of Mind: A Three Part Survivorship Series hosted by the Mass General Cancer Center at Newton-Wellesley
Keep Calm and Carry On: Putting Stress in Its Place
Wednesday, June 16, 7-8:00pm
Coping Resources: Inside and Out
Wednesday, June 30, 7-8:00pm
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Dear Friends,
Please invite your clients, patients, participants and others to participate in the virtual JF&CS Memory Café on Friday, July 9, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Note that this is the SECOND Friday of the month, to avoid the July 4th holiday weekend.
Our guest artist will be Siobhan McDonald of Granger St. Studios, who will take us on a tour of notable artwork from around the world, on the theme of “Summer Breeze.”
Please RSVP for our July 9th café by emailing Beth at bsoltzberg@jfcsboston.org or leave a voice mail message at 781-693-5628 by July 8th. (Email is preferred if possible.) I will send Zoom/call-in information to those who have RSVP’d.
All best wishes, Beth
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Watch one-minute video in English and in Spanish that shows memory cafés in action, including virtual and in-person cafés. Please share this with anyone who would like to know what a memory café is all about!
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ANNE's Summer 2021 Virtual Conference
June 26, 2021
From scriptwriting to casting and directing, creating authentic autistic characters for television & film is a collaborative process both on and off screen. Join us for a star-studded lineup of actors and professionals in the industry as they discuss what it takes to create authentic autistic representation in TV and film. This conference will be live streamed, and a recording will be available for registrants to access through July 30.
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CHNA 18 Providing Mental Health Support in Waltham and Beyond
With funding from McLean Hospital, CHNA 18 has recently partnered with several organizations in Waltham to provide mental health support to people of all ages in Waltham and beyond.
Waltham Connections for Healthy Aging/Healthy Waltham: Addressing loneliness and isolation among seniors during the pandemic. 1) The Waltham Senior Civic Academy, helping Waltham seniors to learn about how government and programs work and to improve their skills as advocates. Connecting residents to leaders of government and agencies is intended to also open channels of communication and cooperation. An ultimate goal of the program is to help residents be more active in the community and to create change in policies and programs. 2) Welcome to the Digital Age, a program to provide free Chromebook computers, high-speed internet, and training for low-income Waltham seniors who want to get online. 3) Mind, Body, Spirit, a program to counter social isolation among Waltham seniors and also to help build emotional resiliency. Other supported programs include:
Five-minute video “Bursts” from well-known psychologist and therapist Jon Mattleman, MS, providing families with coping mechanisms for dealing with the isolation and stress from the pandemic.
“You are Not Alone”: Self-guided video modules developed by Ivy Watts of Ivy Watts Speaks for middle school-college age students, focusing on self-care, staying motivated, and dealing with uncertainty.
Wraparound Waltham: Wraparound Waltham is a multi-agency collaborative led by Waltham Partnership for Youth with the objective of helping immigrant students graduate high school. Through a case management approach, they support families in accessing jobs, housing, food, health and mental health services - needs which have all increased dramatically due to COVID. The objective of Wraparound Waltham is to provide families the support they need so their children can stay focused on school.
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The Metrowest Regional Coalition Resource Directory for
Suicide Prevention
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LISTEN: The Troubling Trend of Suicide in Young Children. A Conversation with Jon Mattlema‪n‬.
Suicide is a leading cause of death in US elementary school–aged children, and the suicide rate in black school-aged children has increased in recent years. Learn how we can support the mental health of young children.
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WATCH CDC Compiling COVID-19
Community Resource Guide
WATCH CDC, a local nonprofit focused on community organizing, is doing amazing work compiling a centralized COVID-19 Resource Guide to support the Waltham community during this difficult time.
The guide currently lists resources related to healthcare, food (including FREE LUNCH AND DINNER for all Waltham youth), housing, utilities, income and employment, and is being updated continuously.
You can also find a list of ways to volunteer or donate during this time, and information regarding service closures and interruptions.
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We encourage all Waltham community members to visit this site.

If you are aware of a COVID-19 related resource that is not listed, please share with WATCH CDC at jack@watchcdc.org.
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Needham Center at The Heights
(Needham's Aging Services)
Sends out daily highlights with a wide array of resources, zoom/facebook programs for free of charge, and other new and information as we go though the pandemic.
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To receive the highlights, email Assistant Director of Programming and Transportation, Aicha Kelley
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Healthcare For All Newsletter |
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(Massachusetts is extending its tax filing deadline from April 15 to July 15.)
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For more information on resources, grants and job opportunities, please visit our website. |
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