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BEGINNING and ADVANCED DOULA COURSES AVAILABLE |
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FREE DENTAL CARE FOR UNINSURED CHILDREN NOV. 5TH |
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Each year, as part of the American Dental Association’s Give Kids A Smile program, local dentists, hygienists, and dental office staff members volunteer to provide free dental treatment to at-risk and uninsured children 18 years of age and younger.
Care includes dental screenings, treatment, fluoride varnish, emergent care, and oral-health education.
This year’s event takes place Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the TMCC Dental Clinic, located at Truckee 7000 Dandini Boulevard, Red Mountain Building #415-A, Reno, Nevada 89512.
Appointments are required and can be made by contacting Emily Fragoso at (775) 982-7989 or emily.fragoso@nndhp.org.
The Give Kids A Smile event is a collaboration of Northern Nevada Dental Health Programs, Northern Nevada Dental Society, Truckee Meadows Community College, and event sponsors. In its 11th year, hundreds of local underserved children have received free oral health services through this program.
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PREVENT CHILD ABUSE NEVADA TRAINING SESSIONS |
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PCANV is offering free training sessions as a way to support community organizations and families. Both virtual and in-person training sessions are now being offered for parents and providers. Most training sessions are 1 hour and 30 minutes long with Q&A throughout the presentation.
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TOXIC STRESS AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT |
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Click below to register for a session!
Location: Virtual
Target Audience: Providers, community members.
A child's earliest years are the most crucial for brain development. Living in stressful environments can negatively affect a child’s emotional, social, and physical development. Through this training, attendees will be provided with an overview of how stress can affect brain development, how to identify potentially unsafe environments for children, and ways to support families to increase protective factors.
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TOXIC STRESS PART II: PREVENTING HARMFUL STRESS |
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Learn different strategies to prevent harmful stress using a public health approach. This will include discussing Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), developing healthy coping strategies, and promoting protective factors. Participants will also gain a deeper understanding of brain function and the adoption of high-risk behaviors, including the lasting effects of toxic stress and actions to mitigate the effects of harmful stress.
Date: November 4, 2022
Time: 8:30am - 10:30am
Location: No registration needed. Thomas Elementary School, 1560 Cherokee Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89169
Target Audience: Parents, Caregivers, Community Members
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Date: November 29, 2022
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: No registration needed. Garside Junior High School - 300 S Torrey Pines Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89107
Target Audience: Parents, Caregivers, Community Members
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TOXIC STRESS PART I: STRESS AND THE BRAIN |
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Participants will get an in-depth look at the neuroscience of stress, the different types of stress, and will gain a deeper understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Participants will also leave with action items to promote compassionate interactions between professionals/first responders and individuals who engage in high risk behaviors.
Date: November 7, 2022
Time: 9:15am - 10:30am
Location: No registration needed. Pat Diskin Elementary School, 4220 Ravenwood Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89147
Target Audience: Parents, Caregivers, Community Members
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Date: November 10, 2022
Time: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: No registration needed. Garside Junior High School - 300 S Torrey Pines Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89107
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Date: November 8, 2022
Time: 9:00am - 10:30am
Location: Virtual
Target Audience: Providers, community members.
Learn the basics of what makes up advocacy and discover how this process can help you achieve a better outcome for you, your family, and your community.
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*ESPAÑOL Estrés Tóxico / Toxic Stress in Spanish |
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Fecha: 9 de Noviembre del 2022
Hora: 10:00am - 11:30am
Lugar: Virtual/En lĂnea
Audiencia: Proveedores de cuidado infantil
Los primeros años de un niño son los más cruciales para el desarrollo del cerebro. Vivir en ambientes estresantes puede afectar negativamente el desarrollo emocional, social y fĂsico de un niño. A travĂ©s de esta capacitaciĂłn, los asistentes recibirán una descripciĂłn general de cĂłmo el estrĂ©s puede afectar el desarrollo del cerebro, cĂłmo identificar entornos potencialmente inseguros para los niños y formas de apoyar a las familias para aumentar los factores de protecciĂłn.
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SATURDAY NOV. 19TH 10am-4pm |
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Nevada State Railway Museum
StoryTime on the train on the Nevada Southern Railway. The kids enjoy a coloring page, craft and an age-appropriate story read by one of our docents. Everyone rides the train from the depot to Railroad Pass and returns while enjoying the activities along with their parents and family. StoryTime is on each of the regular departures for the day.
*Currently Story Time Trains run at all times: 10:00am, 12:00pm, and 2:00pm.
601 Yucca Street
Boulder City, Nevada 89005
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MEDICAL ASSISTANCE APPRENTICESHIP |
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The Institute for American Apprenticeships and UHG-Optum is launching their medical assistant apprenticeship and is now accepting applications, candidates only need to have a HS diploma or GED, and no experience in healthcare required. This program is completely free and apprentices will start off at $17.00 an hour, benefits, and be supplied all necessary material and textbooks.
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FREE HAIRCUTS - NORTHERN NEVADA |
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Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada is offering free haircuts for those in need!
When: Nov. 21th
Time: 9am to 11:30am
Where: St. Vincent's Dining Room Courtyard: 325 Valley Road, Reno NV 89512
Next month's date is December 19, 2022 for those who can't make it to this month's date.
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FREE CHILD CARE TRAINING AND SUPPORT CLASSES |
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In partnership with Candelen, the Woman and Children's Center of the Sierra will be hosting their Kith and Kin Project classes. This 6-week course provides education, training and materials for those looking to get into the childcare industry at no cost!
Tuesdays at 3505 Neil Rd, St. 2 Reno, NV 89502
10a-12p in Spanish
1p-3pin English
To register: Contact Thelma Aviles
775-391-5727 et. 214
taviles@candelen.org
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PERINATAL MOOD AND ANXIETY TRAININGS |
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Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, including postpartum depression, are the most common medical complication associated with pregnancy and childbirth. PMADs present a widespread public health problem that may have serious consequences for mothers, infants, and families. Join us for one of our trainings if you'd like to learn more! |
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November:
Tuesday 11/8 11a-12p
Friday 11/18 10a-11a
January 2023:
Tuesday 1/17 2p-3p
March 2023:
Tuesday 3/21 2p-3p
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December:
Tuesday 12/13 11a-12p
Friday 12/16 10a-11a
February 2023:
Friday 2/10 10a-11a
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Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that can develop during pregnancy in women who don’t already have diabetes. Every year, 2% to 10% of pregnancies in the United States are affected by gestational diabetes. Managing gestational diabetes will help make sure you have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.
Did you know: About 50% of women with gestational diabetes go on to develop type 2 diabetes, but there are steps you can take to prevent it. Talk to your doctor about how to lower your risk and how often to have your blood sugar checked to make sure you’re on track.
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Adolescent Diabetes
Nearly 1 in 5 adolescents aged 12-18 years, and 1 in 4 young adults aged 19-34 years, are living with prediabetes. Parents can help turn the tide by encouraging healthy eating and increased physical activity. They can aim for their children to get 60 minutes of physical activity a day. To find tips on how to encourage children to eat healthy and stay active, visit CDC’s Healthy Weight site.
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National Sundae Day
November 11, 2022
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Sweet Places in Nevada!
Insomnia Cookies 935 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89503
Warm cookies delivered crazy late.
Scoopers Drive-in 1356 Prater Way Sparks, NV 89431
This “family-style drive-in diner” has been in business since 1980 and still serves some of the best milkshakes, soda floats, and ice cream sundaes in the area.
Red's Old 365 Grill 1055 S. Carson Street, Carson City, Nevada 89701
Red’s Super Sundae, served with mounds of rich vanilla bean ice cream and topped with sauce, peanuts, and whipped cream come in a close second to their Deep Fried Xangos (cheesecake rolled in a melt-in-your-mouth flaky pastry).
Milkywave 5020 Spring Mountain Rd #3, Las Vegas, NV 89146
This dessert parlor is known for being home to the “best frozen dessert in Las Vegas”. Everything on their menu is made with natural ingredients, and you can opt for shaved ice cream or a snow shake.
CJ’s Italian Ice & Custard 4 different locations in Las Vegas
CJ’s has been serving Las Vegas since 2012. All of our Italian ices are made in-house in small batches.
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Here are some organizations serving Thanksgiving meals and offer food pantry services to our community!
Northern Nevada
Catholic Charities of Northern NV
St. Vincent’s Food Pantry
Monday-Friday: 9:00am-12:00pm, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Food Bank of Northern Nevada
View the mobile harvest schedule for Northern NV and Rural areas here.
The Community Food Pantry
Southern Nevada
Las Vegas Rescue Mission
Holiday Meals – 4:30pm – 6:30pm, open to the public.
Good Friday, Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Eve.
Three Square
Please call the Three Square Center at 702-765-4030 for assistance.
Catholic Charities of Southern NV
Hands of Hope: Community Food Pantry
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sunrise Mountain Ministries
Pantry Hours: Every Tuesday and Friday 10am-2pm
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Upcoming Coalition Meetings |
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Southern Nevada MCH Meeting
Next meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 from 8:30am-10:00am
Join from the meeting link: https://snhd.webex.com/snhd/j.php?MTID=m51b6e806a373ffde277f04f3088be2a8
Join by meeting number: Meeting number (access code): 2553 084 7640
Meeting password: SrmN7ZMyG53
Tap to join from a mobile device (attendees only)+1-415-655-0001 US Toll Global call-in numbers
Join from a video system or application: Dial 25530847640@snhd.webex.com You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.
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Northern Nevada MCH Meeting
Next meeting will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2022 from 8:30am-10:00 am
Join from mobile device: call in (audio only)+1 775-325-0620,,114173905#<tel:+17753250620,,114173905#> United States, Reno Phone
Conference ID: 114 173 905
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Important Updates & Resources |
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New Mama Care Kit Sponsorship Opportunity |
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We have exciting news! As many of you may know, the Southern NV MCH Coalition launched its first direct community service, New Mama Care Kits in March 2021. We're happy to share that these kits will be expanding statewide! The Northern NV MCH Coalition is now looking for sponsors to help in the success of this expansion.
The New Mama Care Kits assist low-income women by providing important after birth supplies including pads to manage the flow, hemorrhoid wipes, sanitary wipes to keep stitches clean, hand sanitizer, and undergarments. The will also include information and resources regarding infant safe sleep, immunizations, postpartum care, and other useful community resources.
We need your help!
Anyone interested in sponsoring the New Mama Care Kits, please contact Tori Diego at Tori.Diego@DignityHealth.org or 702.616.4912. We appreciate your support!
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Count the Kicks is an evidence-based stillbirth prevention campaign that provides educational resources to healthcare providers and expectant parents. Paying attention to movements helps expectant parents get to know what's normal for their baby and speak up if they notice a change. They've partnered with Health Plan of Nevada to be able to provide FREE materials to the community to get the word out.
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Northern Nevada Postpartum Support & Therapists
Call for More Information
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- Thrive Wellness of Reno - 775-525-8103
- Megan Kornbluth - 530-580-8848.
- Quest Counseling - Alyson Mullen - 775-786-6880.
- Amber Creek - Rachel Goforth - 775-575-2144.
- Desert Bloom Wellness - Caitlyn Wallace - 775-453-4149
- Healing Home Counseling - Ashley Hanna Morgan - 775-391-0781
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Dignity Health
Free In-Person, Virtual Classes & Workshops
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Dignity Health Community Outreach is offering online and hybrid fitness, wellness, and children's classes. |
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Mommy and Baby Yoga: A class for new mommies with infants and toddlers. It promotes a strong bond between mommy and baby. Postnatal yoga helps mommy regain strength while complementing your new life as a mom. Babies’ minds will be stimulated while doing some simple stretches.
Mondays: 11:45am to 12:45pm Blue
Wednesdays: 10-11am West
New Mommy Mixer: Mix and mingle with other new moms and their babies in this fun atmosphere!
Wednesdays: 11am-Noon West
Fridays: 11am -Noon Green Valley
Zumbini: Enhance your child’s motor and cognitive skills and development milestones
Tuesday and Thurs: 9:15am-10am Green Valley
Wednesdays: 11:30am-12:15pm Henderson
Thursday: 10:15am-11am West
Wednesday 9:30am-10:30am Blue
Friday 9:30am-10:30am Blue
Tuesday 10am-10:45am Flamingo
Tuesday 4:30pm to 5:30pm North LV
Wednesday 11am-12pm North LV
Sing & Sign: Food Time: for parents with children ages newborn to 2 years
November 11/3 and 11/17 1pm-1:30pm West
November 11/1 and 11/15 1pm-1:30pm Green Valley
Baby Basics: Learn the basics of caring for your newborn
November 11/3 and November 11/13 6p-9p Green Valley
$30 Click Here to register.
Baby Steps: Learn and Play: Have your baby learn to focus their vision, reach out, and explore and learn more about your baby through Parent Corner
Mondays: 11:15am-12p Henderson
Tuesdays: 12:15pm-1pm Green Valley
Wednesdays: 10:30am-11:15am Blue Diamond
Mommy Care Club: Support for families dealing with raising newborns/infants.
Wednesdays: 12p-1pm West
Fridays: 12p-1p Green Valley
Blue Diamond: Wellness Center - 4855 Blue Diamond Rd., Suite 220
West: - Community Wellness Center - 7220 S. Cimarron Road, Suite 195
Flamingo: Wellness Center - 9880 W. Flamingo Rd., Suite 220
North Las Vegas: Wellness Center - 1550 W. Craig Rd., Suite 250
Henderson: Community Wellness Center Rose de Lima Campus - 102 E. Lake Mead Parkway
Green Valley: Community Wellness Center - 2651 Paseo Verde Parkway, Suite 180
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Are you uninsured? Enrollment Counselors are available for enrollment assistance. You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period and incentives to help pay monthly premiums.
Call for an appointment at 702-616-4904

Spanish-Speaking Navigators Available
Virtual and phone-based assistance is available
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Learn About MCH Initiatives |
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2-1-1 is a special telephone number to provide information and referrals to health, human and social service organizations. Dial or call 2-1-1 in almost every part of the United States will connect you to human and social services for your area.
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The Nevada Statewide Maternal and Child Health Coalition, in coordination with Washoe County Health District, is launching the Go Before You Show® campaign statewide. The mission of Go Before You Show® is simple -- to affect social awareness and create long term change by promoting the importance of women seeing a doctor early in their pregnancy to help improve their health and the health of their baby. Women are encouraged to see a doctor early if they think they might be pregnant or before their twelfth week of pregnancy.
The MCH coalition has flyers to distribute for the community. If your organization would like flyers, please contact Tori Diego by email Tori.Diego@DignityHealth.org.
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Sober Moms, Healthy Babies |
The mission is to reduce the impact of substance use in Nevada. One of the primary goals is to prevent alcohol and drug use among women of childbearing years and women currently pregnant. To achieve this goal, they have partnered with many of the treatment centers in the state that treat pregnant women struggling with addiction. Overall, for State Fiscal Year 2013, SAPTA funded 22 treatment organizations, providing services in 68 locations throughout Nevada. Together, these providers had 11,907 treatment admissions. Sober Moms, Healthy Babies provide many resources if you are looking for help or if you are wanting to help someone else.
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The Medical Home Portal is a unique source of reliable information about children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN), offering a “one-stop shop” for families, physicians and medical home teams, and other professionals and other caregivers. The portal's mission is to assist and support professionals and families in working together (the Medical Home model) to care and advocate for CYSHCN by providing reliable and useful information about their conditions and caring for them and knowledge of valuable local and national services and resources.
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Quitting tobacco is a process. Whether you are thinking about quitting, are not yet ready to quit, or have already quit, Nevada Tobacco Quit line can help you with each step of the way.
For more information please click here.
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The NV Statewide MCH Coalition sub-grant is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) through Grant Number B04MC29352 and BO4MC30626 from the United States Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the State of Nevada General Fund. |
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