New from the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse!
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Happy June and Happy Father’s Day from the NRFC!
June is a time to celebrate you! To all the fathers out there who are doing what they can to keep things together even in challenging times, we thank you.
June is also Men’s Health Month, bringing awareness to the health issues all men face. We will devote this newsletter to celebrating you and helping you stay healthy and fit so you can take care yourself and those you care for.
We will also provide programs with resources and events to support fathers in their quest to keep healthy.
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As a reminder, the best way to prevent the spread of germs is
h
andwashing
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It involves five simple and effective steps (Wet, Lather, Scrub, Rinse, Dry).
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Happy Father’s Day! This June, we want to provide you with some resources to help you stay as healthy as you can so you can continue to take care of those you love as well as yourself.
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Taking care of yourself can be challenging. Instead of defining yourself only in terms of work and productivity, you should embrace other parts of yourself that make you who you are and most importantly, make you happy. Check out these
five ways the modern man can practice self-care.
Did you know that, on average, men are less healthy and have a shorter life expectancy than women? Contributing factors of this phenomenon include the fact that men are more likely to go long periods of time without going to the doctor, they’re less likely to adopt preventive health measures, and are more likely to engage in risky behaviors. The
Men’s Health Resource Center
takes a deeper dive into men’s health issues, and useful information on how to improve your health. They cover issues such as how being obese can affect your cardiovascular system and how successfully managing your diabetes can
lead to a healthier life. They also offer
information and resources about fatherhood
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Another factor that impacts men’s health is the absence of health insurance. Financial strain and health costs stop many men from getting the checkups and healthcare they need. However, there are many
clinics across the US
that provide free or low-cost health care. We want to encourage you to make that appointment for a check-up this month! Do it for yourself and your family.
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Every year brings challenges, and this can affect men’s mental health. If 2020 has been difficult for your mental health, please know that you are not alone. Did you know that over
six million men suffer from depression each year?
Male depression can often go undiagnosed, but can be detrimental to you and your loved ones’ well-being. If you think you or a loved-one may be experiencing signs of a mental illness,
take a free, quick, and confidential screen
for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, PTSD, and/or Alcohol or Substance Use problems.
We know you often put everyone else first, and again, we thank you. However, this month, take time to take care of yourself. Get that overdue checkup and go outside for a nice long walk or bike ride. Take mental breaks through yoga or meditation. Remember, you can’t take care of others if you are not well yourself. Stay healthy!
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Watch as kids tell (and laugh at!) some of their favorite "dad jokes." The best part about the jokes? That they come from dad. Take time to be a dad today! Post a picture of your favorite moment with your kids on
Facebook
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Twitter
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or
Instagram.
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Looking for ways to promote Men’s Health Month this year to your clients? Check out the
Men’s Health Month
website and toolkit for media materials, public service announcements, online toolkits and other marketing materials. Also, don’t forget to post messages about men’s health on your social media using some of the following hashtags:
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#MensHealthMonth
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#ShowUsYourBlue
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#WearBlueForMen
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#WearBlue4Men
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#MensHealthWeek
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#MHM2020
Get sample pictures and language to use for your posts from the
Social media toolkit
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It’s packed with example Tweets, pictures, Facebook posts and health resource links.
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The federal Office of Minority Health also provides downloadable materials, events, and activities to support men’s health month! Check out their
toolbox
for Wear Blue day, celebrated the Friday before Father’s Day
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In addition, if you are looking for ideas to make this Father’s Day meaningful for the dads with whom you work, review our
Program Activities for Father’s Day
ideas to celebrate the fathers on their special day. And remember, video conferencing and social media can be a great way to reach those clients even if you are not able to see them in person.
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Disclaimer: Reference to specific products, services, or companies does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by the U.S. Government, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), or the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse. ACF is not responsible for the contents of “off-site” web page references or for any private, third-party, pop-up, or browser-integrated software or applications.
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Upcoming Events
NRFC is monitoring events and will update our website and in newsletters if events are cancelled.
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June 12, 26, July 10, 24, 2020
Virtual
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August 23, 2020
Campbell, CA
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Our Mission:
The goals of the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse are to provide, facilitate, and disseminate current research and proven and innovative strategies that will encourage and strengthen fathers and families and providers of services.
Our Resources:
Visit the
NRFC website
for fatherhood topics and tools, news, and new publications, which can be found through the NRFC online
library search
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