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“To sit on the front steps — whether it’s a veranda in a small town or a concrete stoop in a big city — and to talk to our neighborhoods is infinitely more important than to huddle on the living-room lounger and watch a make-believe world in not-quite living color.”
~ Harvey Milk
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“Any man can be a father, but it takes someone special to be a dad.”
We hope all the Dads in our community had a fantastic day while being celebrated!
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THEY WON SOME PRIZES WHILE TAKING CARE OF THEIR HEALTH, AND SO CAN YOU! | |
JUNE IS NATIONAL MEN'S HEALTH MONTH | |
HOW TO OBSERVE IT
Tweak your diet
- This is an excellent opportunity to change the way you eat. Cut back on alcohol this month, or increase your intake of healthy fermented foods like sauerkraut and kefir. You can do anything for a month, and if you do it for a month, you can do it for life!
Set some goals
- You can use this month to take stock of your health and consider where you want it to be. Do you want to lose weight? Gain muscle? Simply eat more vegetables? Set small and achievable goals and work with your doctor to make them a reality.
Get educated
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Take this opportunity to read about the common health issues specific to men and how to prevent yourself from getting hurt! Check out the CDC for information on health issues that men face.
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At a glance:
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Early Symptoms: None
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Later Symptoms: Blurry vision, colors that seem faded, sensitivity to light, trouble seeing at night, double vision
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Diagnosis: Dilated eye exam
Am I at risk for cataracts?
Your risk for cataracts goes up as you get older. You’re also at higher risk if you:
How can I prevent cataracts?
- Protect your eyes from the sun.
- Protect your eyes from injury.
- Quit smoking.
- Make eye-healthy food choices. Eat plenty of healthy foods — like fruits and vegetables, leafy greens, nuts, and whole grains.
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Visit our great optometry team for a check-up.
Call us at 707-939-6070 to make an appointment with our Ophthalmology team.
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June is PRIDE MONTH!
~What does LGBTQ+ refer to?
As an umbrella term, LGBTQ+ includes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people. Note that more sexualities can feature under the LGBTQ+ umbrella, hence the use of the plus symbol (for example, intersex people, pansexuality, asexuality, and people who are questioning their sexuality/gender identity).
The LGBTQ+ umbrella is inclusive of many different sexualities and gender identities. So too, are there many ways we can ensure LGBTQ+ people are supported and included in our workplace.
Unfortunately, many LGBTQ+ people experience mental health struggles. The bisexual, transgender, and younger members communities have the highest rates of mental health concerns within the LGBTQ+ population.
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FACTS ABOUT LGBTQ POPULATION AND MENTAL HEALTH
- 4.5 % Of the population identifies as lesbian, gay or bisexual.
- Of those, over 39% reported having a mental health illness. That is nearly 5.8 million people. (More than the entire population in Kentucky!)
Everyone has a sexual orientation and gender identity. Sexual orientation is who you are romantically or physically attracted to. Gender identity is the internal sense of being male, female, both or neither, which is separate from your biological sex.
Most LGBTQ+ individuals are resilient and can thrive in the face of adversity with the help of supportive families, communities, and peers. In fact, one study found that LGBTQ+ people used mental health services at 2.5 times higher rates than their heterosexual counterparts.
You may also share the resources below with those around you.
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The young LGBTQ community can visit this link.
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For local resources, visit the County services on this site
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To find support for you and your little ones, click here.
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Help us make a difference in the health and education of students in our community! | |
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There are two ways to support SVCHC and the BTS Health Fair through Walmart Online.
1) Purchase and donate products from SVCHC’s registry & have the items shipped to us. (The deadline to purchase items is the middle of July).
2)Donate change by rounding up your purchase at checkout on Walmart.com
You may also support the BTS Health Fair by making a monetary donation through the button below.
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Invite your family and friends to contribute! | |
MEDI-CAL AND COVERED CA COVERAGE | |
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To learn more, click the following links:
Medi-Cal
Covered California
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1. Medi-Cal beneficiaries whose renewals/redetermination are due in June and who have not submitted their paperwork by mid-June will be receiving a termination notice by the end of this month.
2. Medi-Cal beneficiaries over income (and *status that qualifies for Covered CA) will be transferred to Covered CA. A plan must be chosen and paid for a plan before July 31st , otherwise, Covered CA will be lost and will have a coverage gap.
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PLEASE NOTE: Nonetheless, due to the Special Enrollment period ( 60 days ), they will have until August 29th to choose a plan; otherwise, they will not be able to get Covered CA until Open Enrollment 2024 (Nov 2023 - Jan 2024), which starts coverage until January 1st, 2024. | |
2023 & 2024 are knocking! | |
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“Why is National Voter Registration Day talking about 2024 so much already?” Well, brace yourself for a little wake-up call: 2023 is the LAST National Voter Registration Day before ALL of the 2024 presidential and state primary elections. So don't hesitate and click here for more information!
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SUMMER SOLSTICE: Wed, Jun 21st, 2023 | |
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Tips for a healthy summer: For more information, click each option.
3.- Keep Cool in Extreme Heat
Heat Safety for Pets
1.- Don't leave pets in vehicles
2.- Keep water bowls filled and fresh
3.- Limit outdoor activities
4.- Keep paws off hot surfaces. If it's too hot for the back of your hand, it is too hot for their paws.
Check out the links below for additional summer tips!
Tips for a Healthy Summer
Reid Health
Alliance HealthCare Foundation
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Help us grow our family! Pass around this information to potential candidates. | |
Thank you to our major Sponsor of the Back to School Health Fair 2022 | |
Your contribution made a difference in the Health and Education of Students in the Sonoma Valley. That is priceless! | |
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Thank you for investing in health for Sonoma Valley children, families, and seniors.
Sonoma Valley Community Health Center has been on the front lines, providing care to our community since 1992. Low-wage jobs, minimal health benefits, and high living cost mean too many of our neighbors lack access to affordable health care. SVCHC spends approximately $1 million each year on providing care to our patients who are under or uninsured. Thanks to generous, community-minded people like you, we can ensure that all of our neighbors have access to quality care.
We appreciate your support!
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PHE Medi-Cal Continuous Coverage Requirement ended on March 31st. For questions regarding renewing Medi-Cal or questions about Covered California, please get in touch with SVCHC Eligibility Team at (707)939-6070 or by email: eligibility@svchc.org
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Appointments for SVCHC W.I.C Office must be made via phone prior to visits. Please call 707-565-6590.
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REFB Food Distribution is at SVCHC every 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. Distribution hours are from 8:45 am-9:45 am or until supply lasts.
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Sonoma Valley Community Health Center | Sonoma, CA
Mission: To provide accessible quality health care to those who need it, especially the underserved.
Vision: To be recognized as a leader in providing Patient and Community-centered care in collaboration with other organizations.
707-939-6070 * www.svchc.org * community@svchc.org
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