Welcome to September! As summer weather transitions to fall, now is the time to look ahead to the start of the school year, changes to routines, and exploring the great outdoors as leaves change to bright fall colors.
Our staff have been busy getting ready for fall programs and we have a wide variety of topics and educational programs that we hope you will explore and sign-up to attend. With COVID-19 rates declining, we look forward to offering more in-person options in our facility. We will also be offering a number of our events as hybrid, so that individuals can attend in-person, online, or watch a recording of the presentation at a later time. Fortunately, all these options allow for individuals to learn how to improve their health in whatever way works best for them.
Please take a few minutes to explore our program offerings listed below or on our website. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Ardis Schmiege
Superintendent
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Coffee, Conversation & Creativity |
Join the Homage Wellness team for a drop-in social wellness group combining coffee, light-hearted conversation on topics of mental health and emotional exploration, as well as creative projects. This group is for individuals ages 60+ and there is no cost to participate.
Wednesdays, 9/7, 9/21, 10/5, 10/19
No registration required
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Bountiful Harvest: Canning & Preservation |
Autumn is on its way and is the perfect time to learn how to make your favorite seasonal food items last through the year. This demonstration will provide you with useful information and tips for how to can and preserve your food to make it last all Winter long. . This event is free and can be attended either in-person or online via Zoom.
Tuesday, September 15th 2-3pm
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Join Joanne Factor, with Strategic Living Personal Safety and Self-Defense Training, to learn about real risks, assailant tricks, crucial targets and how to create an impact. Learn about recognizing and dealing with manipulations and ploys used by people you may know, as well as complete strangers. The training is $60 per person and open to anyone 14 or older.
Saturday, September 17th 1-4pm
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Fall Prevention In Your Home |
This class covers how to assess your home for fall risks, with tips on how to identify trip hazards, and various equipment supports that can be installed throughout the home. Instructor provided by Skagit Regional Health. This event is free and can be attended either in-person or online via Zoom
Tuesday, September 20th 6-8pm
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Homage Presents:
Finding Meaning & Purpose
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Join us for this presentation offered by Homage Senior Services to better understand how to reflect on life detours, identify personal values and strengths and reset the direction of one’s life to find purpose and meaning. This presentation will be offered in a hybrid format. There is no cost to attend.
Tuesday, September 27th 2-3pm
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Upcoming Parenting Workshops |
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Our parenting workshop series focuses on various topics that impact children from newborn to the teen years. Parents, family members or individuals who work with children are welcome to attend. Online presentations will be recorded and shared with with anyone who registers for later viewing.
Click the name of the class for more information and to register.
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REGISTRATION OPENING SOON
Social Media, The Internet, and Your Child | November 8 @ 6-8pm | Online
Compassion Fatigue and Burnout | November 15 @ 6-8pm | Online
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Parenting Wisely is for parents of children ages 3 to 12. This highly interactive course is designed to help parents support their children in difficult situations. Learn constructive skills proven to solve problem behaviors, family conflict, and more. Time will be spent discussing different parenting scenarios and practicing your new skills. Led by Parenting Coach Jan Schemenauer, who is available for consultation via phone or email after class for continued support. Classes will be held in-person at Stilly Valley Health Connections. Meal and light snacks will be provided for attendees during the class.
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Preventing Diabetes - 12 week Virtual Program |
Take Control with a Lifestyle Reset’ is a course for individuals diagnosed with prediabetes or are at risk for developing diabetes in the future. This comprehensive 12-week program is led by a Registered Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with Sound Dietitians and will cover topics such as nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modifications. The program will meet once a week for 12 consecutive weeks on Tuesdays starting October 4th until December 20th from noon to 1pm. Program fee is $35 per person and includes a book in a PDF format. Pre-registration is required.
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Child and Babysitting Safety Certification |
Join Sheri Elhoss, with Vital Signs CPR, for Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) training. This course gives attendees (must be age 12 or older) everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. Participants will learn childcare basics, how to interact with parents and children, caregiving tips & tricks, what to do in an emergency, and how to promote their babysitting services. This course includes a 2-year certification in Child and Babysitting Safety. Participants will also receive a CPR/choking review and practice session.
Cost is $60, which includes lunch & snacks.
October 1st | 10am-2pm | In-person @ SVHC
To Register call (360) 691-9033
or email: info@stillyvalleyhealth.org
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Stilly Valley Health Connections is hosting a blood drive for the American Red Cross. For more information and to sign-up, please visit: www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code "StillyValleyHealth" or
call 1-800-REDCROSS.
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COMING IN OCTOBER
Click for more information
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Questions about an upcoming program or need assistance registering?
Please contact us at (360) 386-9918 or info@stillyvalleyhealthy.org
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