Your Monthly News & Updates |
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Register for the next HCLHIC Quarterly Meeting on October 20, 2022 at 8:30am.
or call 410-313-6204 with any questions.
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Watch LHIC's New Overview Video |
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Sonya Lloyd, New Community Engagement Coordinator for the LHIC! |
Sonya Lloyd is happy to be part of the HCLHIC team to promote health equity for all in Howard County! She has worked with the Howard County Health Department for four years now; assisting with community events, COVID clinics and staff wellness activities. Sonya received a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Marywood University and a Master of Arts degree in Museum Studies from George Washington University. Contact Sonya at slloyd@howardcountymd.gov.
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Tobacco / Chronic Disease Grant |
HCHD seeks to fund community-based organizations to reach populations identified as having a known health disparity related to tobacco/vape use, diabetes, and chronic disease; and to advance health equity efforts. The Tobacco & Chronic Disease Grant application is due September 9, 2022.
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Mental Health Resiliency Grant |
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Infectious Disease Updates |
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HCHD is working with MDH to provide monkeypox treatment and vaccination for those individuals who qualify. Due to limited vaccine supply, HCHD can only offer vaccine to individuals who are direct contacts of cases at this time. Antiviral treatment is made available to any patients who test positive for Monkeypox. Individuals with health/medical questions about Monkeypox should first contact their healthcare provider. Email askhealth@howardcountymd.gov or visit HCHD's new Monkeypox webpage. |
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Child Passenger Safety Laws Webinar |
Webinar on child safety laws and correlations with restraint use, injuries and death. Plus, Maryland's Revised CPS Law. This webinar is Monday, September 12, 2022 at 1:00pm. Child Passenger Safety and Occupant Protection Health Care Project email: cps@miemss.org and phone 410-706-8647. Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Service Systems. Register for the FREE webinar!
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Accelerating Oral and General Health for all through Health Literacy Symposium |
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The University of Maryland Herschel S. Horowitz Center for Health Literacy is hosting an oral health symposium in honor of Dr. Alice M. Horowitz. The symposium is will be held on Friday, September 16th from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Please use this form to register.
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Walktober 2022 is Nearly Here! |
The HCLHIC invites partner organizations to join the 2022 HoCo Walktober initiatives. Walktober is a month-long celebration of movement in October to improve the physical and mental health of ALL residents. Use link to complete the interest form to be involved.
Sign up to attend any of these virtual Walkinars
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HoCo Opens 6th Cricket Pitch |
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Howard County Executive Calvin Ball officially opened the County’s sixth cricket pitch and first designated youth cricket pitch at Lake Elkhorn Middle School. The County entered into an agreement with the HoCo Board of Education last summer to construct and maintain the new cricket pitch. Pictures from the event can be found here. Video can be found here.
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Construction of Pickleball Courts at Western Regional Park |
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HoCo Leadership break ground on eight dedicated pickleball courts at Western Regional Park. Construction of the new courts, which will be built near the existing tennis courts, is expected to begin this Fall. Renovations and other improvements are also planned for the existing tennis courts. Pictures from the event can be found here. Video can be found here.
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New Accessibility Improvements at Centennial Park |
HoCo Executive Calvin Ball, Councilmember Liz Walsh, and Dept. of Rec. & Parks Director A. Raul Delerme announced the completion of renovations at Centennial Park South that widened pathways, added a new accessible parking lot and pathway improvements, and other improvements that enhance public safety. Photos found here. Video found here.
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Occupant Protection Technologies for People with Disabilities |
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Morgan State University is hosting Occupant Protection Technologies for People with Disabilities on Friday, September 16 from 11:00am-12:00pm. Learn more about all vehicle technologies that are designed to protect drivers and occupants. Webinar Registration - Zoom
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Need Help Managing Your Chronic Conditions? |
Living Well, a free, six-week chronic disease self-management program (CDSMP), can help you manage chronic health conditions. The virtual workshop series will be held on Wednesdays, September 14 to October 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To register, contact Akasha Dotson at 410-313-3507 (voice/relay) or email ADotson@howardcountymd.gov.
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HoCo Equips Police with Live-Saving QuikClot Bleeding Control Kits |
HoCo Executive Calvin Ball and Police Chief Gregory Der today announced an innovative plan to equip police officers with live-saving bleeding control Quikclot kits, which have special blood-clotting gauze designed to quickly stop traumatic bleeding. Photos can be found here. Video can be found here.
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers |
Powerful Tools for Caregivers (PTC) presents topics and self-care tools to help caregivers reduce personal stress; change negative self-talk; communicate more effectively in challenging situations; manage emotions; make tough caregiving decisions; and better understand dementia. For more information or to register, contact Kathy Wehr, caregiver support program manager, at 410-313-5955 (voice/relay) or kwehr@howardcountymd.gov.
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Living Well Caregivers / Dementia Virtual Workshop |
This is a seven-week community-based, highly participatory workshop, where mutual support and success build confidence in your ability to manage caregiving tasks and maintain a fulfilling life. Limited seats available and sessions begin September 14th. To learn more about this course click HERE
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Howard County Office on Aging and Independence Newsletter |
The 50+ Center offer a wide variety of programming each day. Click to subscribe and get information on activities at 50+ Centers, Office on Aging and Independence (OAI) programs, and health and wellness offerings. Check out the *new* OAI digital newsletter!
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