DIGEST Newsletter
March 2024
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HCLHIC Quarterly Meetings |
Register for the next HCLHIC Quarterly hybrid meeting on April 18, 2024 at 9:00am to 11:00am.
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Seeds Donation - Clarks Ace Hardware |
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Thank you to Clarks Ace Hardware in Columbia for donating lots of vegetable and herb seeds to the Howard County Local Health Improvement Coalition (HCLHIC)!
The seed donation is part of the HCLHIC's effort to support a senior low-income community with their container gardening.
Partners interested in helping to grow the seeds into seedlings are asked to email the HCLHIC team at LHIC@howardcountymd.gov.
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Educator Course |
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The American Lung Association is offering a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Educator Course for healthcare professionals.
The course includes evidence-based strategies, best practices, and the latest advancements in COPD management to better support patients. Early bird registration is open until March 10, 2024.
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Understanding Language and Intersectionality Workshop |
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The Howard County Office of the Local Children's Board is offering the workshop: Understanding Language and Intersectionality to Improve Healthcare for the LGBTQIA+ Community.
The virtual workshop is designed to explore best practices for serving persons who identify as gender-diverse or LGBTQIA+, with particular attention paid to honoring their unique identities.
Date/Time: March 14, 2024 at 1:00 - 3:00pm
For questions, contact Lakisha Williams
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2024 Howard County Parent's Guide
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The Howard County Office of Children and Families (OCF) annual Parent’s Guide to Howard County is now available.
This guide offers parents, caregivers and others information about the most up-to-date resources and services available in our community to help all children grow and thrive.
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Yoga Classes with Autism Society |
The Autism Society of Maryland is hosting virtual and in-person Yoga Connections. This yoga is for children, teens and adults hosted by instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. In-person is drop-in and virtual requires registration.
Date/Time: (In-person) March 16, 2:00 - 3:00pm
Location: Yoga Center of Columbia; 8950 MD-108 #109, Columbia, MD 21045
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Howard County Office on Aging and Independence Resources |
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The Howard County Office on Aging and Independence (OAI) annual Resource Guide contains up-to-date information about health and wellness, financial planning, legal services, housing options and more to help individuals age well and plan for their future.
The 2024 Howard County Resource Guide is online or pick up a hard copy at one of OAI’s 50+ Centers and Howard County Library System branches.
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Centennial Medical Group - FirstCall for All Program |
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The Centennial Medical Group/First Call Medical Center started the FirstCall for All program. If you are uninsured and live or work in Howard County, you will not be denied care for an immediate need if you have the inability to pay up front.
FirstCall for All offers urgent care services to the public regardless of insurance status in an effort to reduce Emergency Room visits.
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National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW) |
This year, National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW) will be observed March 17-23, 2024. The theme is “When the Unexpected Happens, We’re Here for you 24/7”.
Coalition members are asked to join the Maryland Poison Center in celebrating NPPW by sharing their daily posts on social media (Facebook, X, and Instagram).
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Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program Expansion |
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced the expansion of the county's impactful Automated External Defibrillator (AED) program.
Through this expansion, there will be more access to AED units throughout Howard County to ensure the best possible outcome for anyone suffering a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).
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Rachel L. Gray Community Foundation - Project Hope |
The Rachel L. Gray Community Foundation is hosting their Project Hope program in 2024. Project Hope is a community-based program providing free clothing, shoes and household items to families and individuals in need.
The Hope chest will be open from 10am -12pm on the 5th Saturdays of the month in 2024, or as needed for emergency cases.
Date/Time: March. 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: 6327 Meadowridge Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075
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Rachel L. Gray Community Foundation - Fresh Produce Boxes |
The Rachel L. Gray Community Foundation is providing fresh produce boxes for community members. Their Monthly Fresh Produce is a free drive through style event for community members to pick up fresh produce.
Date/Time: March 11 & April 8, 4:00 - 6:00pm
Location: 6327 Meadowridge Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075
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Seeds Start Workshop at Elkridge Library |
The Master Gardeners from the University of Maryland Extension and the Howard County Library System are hosting a hands-on workshop demonstrating how to start vegetable and flower seeds.
Learn how to select the right seeds and soil media and how to provide proper germination and growing conditions for seedlings.
Date/Time: March 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Elkridge Branch Library; 6540 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD 21075
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3rd Annual Light the Night 5k for Suicide Prevention |
Join the Howard County Health Department, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Maryland Chapter (AFSP), and other partners for the Light the Night 5K.
The 3rd Annual Light the Night 5K is an event that raises awareness about suicide and suicide prevention resources in our community. It is more than just a race and will serve as a county-wide acknowledgment that we support and care for those impacted by suicide.
Date/Time: March 22, 6:00 - 8:30pm
Location: Oakland Mills High School; 9410 Kilimanjaro Rd, Columbia, MD 21045
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2nd Annual Change Inspired, Courage Ignited Event |
Columbia Association has partnered with the Howard County Library Systems, and Howard Community College to host the Change Inspired, Courage Ignited event.
The event will include engaging networking opportunities, interactive breakout sessions, and enlightening workshops that will allow us to better facilitate ways we can learn from others doing important work across Columbia and Howard County. It will also feature keynote speaker, Andres Gonzalez, co-founder of the Holistic Life Foundation.
Date/Time: March 5, 3:30 - 7:00pm
Location: Horowitz Center at Howard Community College; 5020 Campus Drive Columbia, MD 21044
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Opioid Overdose Response Training |
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In-person Narcan training is also available at the HCHD van.
Dates and Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am to 2:00pm
Location: 8930 Stanford Blvd. Columbia, MD 21045
Phone: 410-313-6202
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