STEPS TOWARD A HEALTHY AND INDEPENDENT LIFE: 6 STEPS TO PREVENT FALLS
A presentation for older adults aging in place and family members that care and support them. The presentation focuses on awareness, knowledge, behavior change, and a call to action for older adults to reduce fall risks to maintain health and independence. Presented by Washington State Department of Health and created in collaboration with King County Fall Prevention Coalition and Sound Generations. VIEW PRESENTATION
SELF-CARE SERIES: TAKE A BREATHER
Take some time in your busy schedule to focus on your self-care. Practice somatic embodiment techniques and learn how to incorporate them into everyday life. Gentle yoga movements will be practiced. This class was led by Jasmine McCarthy with Women and Family Wellness Studio. VIEW PRESENTATION
UNDERSTANDING OPIOIDS AND OPIATES: HOW DID WE GET HERE?
Every day we see news stories about the opioid epidemic, overdosing, and fears about fentanyl. As alarming as this is, it is not the first time that the United States has experienced high levels of opioid use. Join Alex Sirotzki, with the Washington Poison Center, as we explore lessons learned from this historical journey. Participants will deepen their understanding of various opiates and opioids, including fentanyl, and separate myth from fact. VIEW PRESENTATION
TIPS FOR REDUCING SCREEN TIME IN YOUR HOME
Research shows that screen time has a direct impact on a child’s development, mental health, and relationships with their family and friends. Join us for this class to discuss these recent findings as well as strategies for managing and reducing screen time. Linette Bixby with the Women and Family Wellness Studio is the instructor for this class. VIEW PRESENTATION
SELF-CARE SERIES: SET YOUR BOUNDARIES
Discuss the importance of boundary setting with yourself and with others. Examples of clear boundaries and how to establish them will be shared. Jasmine McCarthy with Women and Family Wellness Studios will lead this class. VIEW PRESENTATION
SELF-CARE SERIES: KNOW YOURSELF
Learn tools for practicing self-care and for acknowledging your self-worth. Tips for advocating for yourself will be shared and discussed. Jasmine McCarthy with Women and Family Wellness Studios is the instructor for this class. VIEW PRESENTATION
GETTING TO KNOW: PFLAG STANWOOD-CAMANO
We invite you to get to know PFLAG Stanwood-Camano, which started after over 800 people attended the first-ever Stanwood-Camano Pride parade on June 4, 2022. PFLAG Stanwood-Camano will share their vision of an equitable, inclusive world, where every LGBTQIA+ person is safe, celebrated, empowered, and loved. Learn about their monthly support groups, educational meetings, and social events. Learn how to support our LGBTQIA+ community members. VIEW PRESENTATION
PREVENTING POISONING AT HOME WITH THE WASHINGTON POISON CENTER
Most calls to Washington’s Poison Helpline come from people exposed to potentially harmful products in their home. Join Alex Sirotzki, with the Washington Poison Center, for an overview of the at-home risks to look out for, including cleaners, medications, drugs/alcohol, and other household substances. This webinar will discuss common household hazards, including look-a-like substances, medications, and plants. Hear about some poison prevention tips, such as using Mr. Yuk stickers. Learn why at-home safety remains just as important as ever and how trends in Poison Helpline calls have changed in recent years. Understand when and how to contact the WAPC when you [...]
GETTING TO KNOW: DARRINGTON LIBRARY | SNO-ISLE LIBRARIES
We invite you to get to know the Darrington Library, which is part of Sno-Isle Libraries. The Darrington Library has recently completed an extensive remodel project to make the library more accessible to the community. Learn about the free programs, services, and resources the library offers to community members. VIEW PRESENTATION
OVERDOSE PREVENTION AND NARCAN TRAINING
Join Amy Wheat, Opioid Outreach Specialist with Snohomish County Human Services, to learn how to administer Narcan (Naloxone), a nasal spray that can block the effects of an opioid overdose. This online training will include information about what an opioid overdose looks like and why the addition of fentanyl increases the danger of a deadly overdose. Information on how to obtain Narcan at no charge will be provided. VIEW PRESENTATION
